Two PONANT state managers hosted two ship inspections of PONANT Explorer, Le Laperouse and sistership Le Soleal in Cairns over two weekends as a part of a new “micro famil” initiative.
Hosted by state managers Annabelle Brown (Victoria & Tasmania) and Janelle Ramsey (Queensland & Northern Territory), guests included a select group of Victorian trade partners, and valued clients of Endeavour Travel & Cruise of Far North Queensland.
The event took place on Le Laperouse on Saturday 9 November and Le Soleal on 16 November.
The concept allowed agents and guests to join the Cairns partners, enjoying a ship inspection, dinner and an overnight stay.
The event fostered valuable connections and provided inter-state partners and clients with firsthand insights into the offerings available in Cairns for both pre and post voyage packages and aboard.

Melbourne agencies represented:
- Expedition Partners
- Edge Connections
- FBI Travel
- RACV Tours & experiences
- Toorak Travel
- Destination HQ
- Abercrombie & Kent
- Geelong Travel
- Inflight Travel
- The Kimberley Collection
Cairns agents in attendance:
- MTA Travel
- Travel Managers Australia
- Holidays Beckon
Ponant’s Le Soleal. (Supplied)
Feature image: PONANT state managers Annabelle Brown (Victoria & Tasmania) and Janelle Ramsey (Queensland & Northern Territory) with guests aboard Le Laperouse.

