7 Things to Know About Antarctica 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...
You’re going to Antarctica! Now What? 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...
You’re Going to Antarctica! Now What? (Part 2) 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...
You’re Going to Antarctica! Now What? (Part 3) 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...
Whales You Can See in Antarctica 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!...
Citizen Science in the Polar Regions 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...
Our Commitment to Responsible Travel At Polar Latitudes we are all about having a fun and enjoyable experience, but one of the things that we take very seriously is our responsibility to the fragile ecosystem of Antarctica. As a polar tour operator, we undertake...
What Is It Like To Travel to Antarctica? Antarctica’s beauty is unparalleled What is it like to travel to Antarctica on an expedition cruise? Well, first off the opportunity to see some of the most remote places on earth is like no other. The Antarctic Peninsula...
