Five Things to Know About Ponant's Le Lyrial Cruise Ship
Passengers: 260
Best for: Well-heeled passengers looking for luxury and adventure
Sails: Africa, Antarctica, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, the Seychelles, South America
At a Glance: Launched in 2015 and almost identical to sister ships L’Austral, Le Boréal, and Le Soléal, Le Lyrial feels like a private megayacht, albeit one with an ice-strengthened hull and the conveniences of a small luxury cruise ship. Owned by French line Ponant, the vibe is upscale and European, but the itineraries lean toward the exotic, including expedition-style voyages to the polar regions.
