The Quick Answer
DeeperBlue, the diving news site, has profiled Boreas Cruises. The feature tells the story of the family behind Boreas and its roots on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, which go back more than three decades.
Life on board the Red Sea · Boreas · boreascruises.com
The Story in Brief.
On 4 November 2026, DeeperBlue published a feature by Jennifer Morgan as part of its coverage of DEMA Show 2026. Titled Boreas Cruises: A Family Legacy in the Red Sea, it looks at the people behind Boreas.
The piece follows Sophia Graudin, co-owner and vice president of business development at Boreas, back to where it began. Her parents, both scuba instructors, arrived on Egypt’s Red Sea coast more than 30 years ago. She remembers a place that was, in her words, “literally sand and water.”
They saw the potential early, long before the region became a bucket-list dive destination, and took part in the first wave of dive tourism and marine hospitality along the coast. Boreas is the next chapter of that family story.
More Than Thirty Years on the Same Coast.
Family-owned, built from the early days of Red Sea diving, and still run by the people who know it.
Owning the Experience.
DeeperBlue describes a company that runs both its own vessels and hospitality assets and those of trusted partners. That lets Boreas look after the guest experience from the moment of booking to departure day.
Behind the Egyptian operation sits support in Europe and the United States, including a European travel entity under a French travel licence. According to Graudin, this gives travellers extra help with international logistics, especially when flights are disrupted or plans change. You can see how this works in practice on our pages about Boreas, our partners, getting there and insurance.
Beyond Diving.
Scuba diving is still at the centre of Boreas, but the feature highlights how the offer has widened. Depending on the itinerary, guests can add wellness sessions, spa time, yoga and shore excursions. That suits families, couples and mixed groups where not everyone wants to spend the week underwater.
The company also supports diver training through PADI, including programmes for younger divers. If you want to see what a week looks like, start with our scuba diving voyages, our wellness retreat, or the spa and yoga sessions on board.
Certified guides and Red Sea reefs, walls and wrecks.
Time to recharge between sessions in the water.
One voyage that works for mixed interests.
What Comes Next.
The feature also looks ahead to the family’s plans to grow the fleet, with a new vessel and a wider range of booking options. For the full details, read the original DeeperBlue article. To see what you can book today, visit our vessel or plan a full charter.
Meet the Team at DEMA Show 2026.
The interview took place at DEMA Show 2026, where the Boreas team met divers, dive centres and travel partners. Read more about the show in our DEMA Show 2026 post. If you run a dive club or a travel agency and want to work with us, see how to sell Boreas.
Boreas Cruises: A Family Legacy in the Red Sea.
By Jennifer Morgan · DeeperBlue · 4 November 2026
Plan Your Voyage.
Boreas runs voyages of 3, 4 and 7 nights, for divers and non-divers. Here are three good places to start.
A short voyage with daily spa and sea club time.
View itinerary →Daily snorkeling, yoga and the sea club.
View itinerary →A full week on the water.
View itinerary →2027 Total Solar Eclipse at sea, 31 July to 7 August 2027. Eclipse sales are open again.
Who we are and how we run Red Sea and Egypt voyages.
Learn more →Our own vessel, built for full private charters in the Red Sea.
See the boat →Meet the team and see what we showed at the world’s largest dive trade show.
Read the post →
Questions About Boreas
Who is behind Boreas Cruises?
Boreas is a family-owned company. As DeeperBlue reports, Sophia Graudin is co-owner and vice president of business development, and her family has been part of Egypt’s Red Sea diving scene for more than three decades.
Where can I read the DeeperBlue article?
The feature, by Jennifer Morgan, was published on 4 November 2026 under the title “Boreas Cruises: A Family Legacy in the Red Sea”. You can read it on the DeeperBlue website.
Is Boreas only for scuba divers?
No. Diving is central, but guests can also enjoy wellness, spa and yoga sessions and shore excursions, depending on the itinerary. Divers and non-divers are welcome.
Does Boreas offer diver training?
Yes. Boreas supports diver training through PADI, including programmes for younger divers.
What trips does Boreas offer?
Voyages of 3, 4 and 7 nights, plus full private charters. You can also book the 2027 total eclipse trip, which is open for booking again.
How do I book?
Send your details through the booking form, message us on WhatsApp, or email info@boreascruises.com. We reply within 24 hours with rates and availability.
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