Compagnie du Ponant has announced special travel agent rates on select cruises – up to 50% off the regular rate.

Explore the Caribbean aboard the three-masted sailing vessel Le Ponant or South America on board either of the company’s newest 264-guest yachts, L’Austral or Le Boréal.

Compagnie du Ponant relies on the agent market for sales and makes it a priority to educate agents on its upscale product line, knowing that it’s far easier for agents to sell a product if they have first-hand knowledge. The FAMs allow agents to experience the intimacy, authenticity and elegance that have earned Compagnie du Ponant an exceptional reputation in the cruise industry.

Select weeklong December cruises aboard the 64-guest Le Ponant are priced at an agent rate of ,875 per person, double, including all port taxes and fees.

Agents booking any of the 10 South American voyages of 11 to 46 days offered through April 2013 enjoy a 50% discount, with agent fares starting at $2,428. FAMs are subject to stateroom availability and agents are encouraged to book early as space is limited.

Agents interested in booking a trip or learning more about these offers can call 1-888-400-1082 from the United States and Canada or e-mail USreservations@ponant.

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