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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc. reports news about its expedition cruise and adventure travel business, including ship-based expeditions, land experiences, and branded travel offerings that operate across global destinations. Company updates commonly cover tour revenue, occupancy, net yield per available guest night, Adjusted EBITDA, and performance by the Lindblad and Land Experiences segments.
Recurring developments also include capital-structure actions, debt activity, fleet and itinerary planning, and ownership changes involving travel subsidiaries such as Natural Habitat. Lindblad news often frames operating results through demand for expedition travel, pricing, guest experience, and the company’s collaboration with National Geographic-branded expedition offerings.
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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings announced the pricing of a private offering of $275 million in aggregate principal amount of 9.000% senior secured notes due 2028. The offering is expected to close on or about May 2, 2023, subject to customary conditions. These notes will be secured by first-priority liens on the stock and assets of its subsidiaries that operate the vessels National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Resolution. The net proceeds from the offering will be used to prepay existing borrowings related to these vessels, with any remaining funds allocated for general corporate purposes and strategic growth initiatives. The notes are offered only to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and outside the U.S. under Regulation S.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings (NASDAQ: LIND) announced its earnings call for the first quarter of 2023, set for May 3, 2023, before market opening. Preliminary financial estimates show a significant increase in total tour revenues, projected between $141 million and $144 million, compared to $67.8 million in Q1 2022. Adjusted EBITDA is expected between $26 million and $28 million, a turnaround from a loss of $21.2 million a year prior. The company reported cash and equivalents of approximately $121 million as of March 31, 2023. Bookings for 2023 are approximately 46% ahead of pre-pandemic levels in 2019, indicating a strong recovery in demand.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings intends to offer $275 million in senior secured notes due 2028, subject to market conditions. The offering will be guaranteed by its direct subsidiary, Lindblad Expeditions, LLC, and other subsidiaries, secured by first-priority liens on its vessels: National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Resolution.
The net proceeds will primarily be used to prepay existing borrowings related to these vessels, with remaining funds allocated for offering costs and general corporate purposes, including potential growth initiatives. The offering is intended for qualified institutional buyers and is not registered under the Securities Act of 1933.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings reported notable growth in 2022, with total revenue surging by $274.4 million year-over-year, reaching $421.5 million. The net loss available to stockholders improved to $116.1 million, compared to $124.7 million in 2021. Adjusted EBITDA loss decreased by $52.5 million to $11.5 million. The Lindblad segment saw a remarkable 236% increase in revenues, driving strong future bookings, which are 47% ahead of 2019 levels. The company refinanced debt for greater financial flexibility and launched the new National Geographic Islander II, enhancing operational capability in the Galapagos. For 2023, projected tour revenues are $550-$575 million.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings (NASDAQ: LIND) is set to report its 2022 fourth quarter and full year financial results on February 28, 2023, before market opens. A conference call will follow at 8:30 AM ET for discussion of the results, accessible via phone and webcast. The earnings release will be available on their investor relations website.
Lindblad specializes in expedition cruises and adventure travel, in partnership with National Geographic, focusing on sustainable tourism. Their portfolio includes various brands specializing in unique travel experiences, enhancing their commitment to conservation and eco-friendly travel.