Aurora Expeditions announced that its newest purpose-built expedition ship, Douglas Mawson, has been included in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Hot List, an annual selection highlighting notable new hotels, restaurants and cruise ships worldwide. The recognition follows the vessel's inaugural season, during which it operated voyages to destinations including Antarctica, the Ross Sea and the Arctic.
The listing highlights Douglas Mawson's design for small-ship expedition travel, with features supporting access to remote polar regions, sustainability initiatives and onboard educational programming. For travellers, the news underscores the ship's established role within Aurora Expeditions' fleet, alongside Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle, as part of the company's polar and global expedition offerings.