What if you had a dream to ride your bike on all seven continents? Antarctica may not seem like a bucket list destination for biking enthusiasts, but it was one passenger’s dream to tick that box. Bob Briggs joined us on our Antarctica Peninsula Express voyage in...
Sea ice comes in a wide variety of shapes and forms, depending on the stage in development and well as a number of environmental and meteorological conditions. Let’s take a closer look at the types of ice you’ll discover in Antarctica.
In honor of World Migratory Bird Day, we thought we’d give you a brief introduction to some of the migratory birds you might encounter on our trips. Birding on our voyages is one of the most popular activities, and often passengers will collect on the outer decks to...
Discover the captivating world of Antarctic penguins! Learn about the eight unique species you might encounter on your expedition, from the majestic Emperor to the social Chinstrap, and what makes each one special
Discover five fascinating research stations you might visit on an expedition to Antarctica, where scientists conduct vital studies and share their insights into this unique continent.
Reflections on an Incredible Season With our 2019/2020 season now behind us, we want to take a moment to reflect on some of the highlights of an extraordinary season that took passengers on incredible journeys to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, the Falkland...
Antarctica, the great white continent. It’s an intriguing and mysterious land of ice and snow. It’s a fabled place where explorers lost their lives attempting to claim it, where animals thrive in the hundreds of thousands despite the devastatingly cold temperatures,...
Congratulations! You’ve done it, you’ve booked your voyage to Antarctica and you probably couldn’t be more excited about it. Now that you’ve made that first important step, it’s time to delve into the next steps to ensure that your entire trip unfolds flawlessly....
Part 2: Insurance, Medical & Vaccinations You’re well on your way to planning your amazing Antarctic adventure. Now that you have your passport and flights sorted, what’s next? The ever-important topics of health and insurance. This is a necessary topic that...
Woohoo, you’re almost there, that much closer to leaving on your dream Antarctic cruise! Just a few more things to address before your big journey to the world’s furthest reaches. So, let’s talk dialects and ‘dinero’. Where you’re headed there are other languages...
Whale watching is hands down one of the top activities on all our voyages. How could it not be? The Antarctic Peninsula is a prime zone for spotting these giants of the sea, and with its endless vistas and exquisite bays, it’s heaven!
Since the launch of our ‘Citizen Science’ program in 2014 on board our Antarctic cruises, our guests have been given the chance to engage with scientists through conversations and presentations. By combining passenger tourism with meaningful scientific research there...