| Route and real expedition time | Planned region, sea days and likely operating days | A longer headline itinerary with less time in the target region | Day-by-day itinerary and included hotel or flight nights |
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| Ship and guest count | Normal sailing capacity, not only maximum berths | Using the word small without a passenger number | Exact vessel, capacity and IAATO vessel listing |
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| Landing operation | Zodiac capacity, group rotations and expedition staffing | A promise of fixed sites or guaranteed shore hours | How a full sailing normally divides landings and cruises |
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| Activities | Included, paid, pre-booked and experience-required options | A fleet-wide activity shown without voyage eligibility | Departure-specific activity list and cancellation treatment |
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| Cabin and onboard style | Actual category, position, occupancy, dining and facilities | A luxury or adventure label used instead of details | Deck plan, cabin code and onboard inclusions |
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| Total included package | Hotels, charter flights, transfers, gear, drinks, Wi-Fi and gratuities | All-inclusive without a written definition | Line-by-line inclusions and exclusions |
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| Terms and contingency | Deposit, final payment, cancellation and weather disruption plan | Pressure to pay before the exact terms are supplied | Current booking terms and any flight-contingency policy |
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