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2022/23 Antarctic Expedition Cruise Season – Special Guests and Programming
Antarctica Awaits With our 2022-23 season about to kick off, our staff and crew from around the world are getting ‘excited butterflies’ deep in their bellies, knowing that soon we will be in our favorite place on earth – Antarctica. The ships are on their way to the...
Photo Explorer: A Photography Expedition to Antarctica
Whether you are a budding photographer, a professional photographer or just have an interest in being able to capture beautiful photos of your adventure in Antarctica, the 2023 Photo Explorer itinerary suits people of all abilities and experiences. While there...
Landing Spotlight – Port Charcot
A fantastic spot for viewing the ‘iceberg graveyard’, Port Charcot is a bay we visit on the north-western arm of Booth Island on the Antarctic Peninsula. If we are able to make landfall in Port Charcot, we Zodiac to the rocky shore, then hike up the gentle slope to...
Quick Guide of Things to Do in Buenos Aires
Before you make it to Ushuaia, the ‘Gateway to Antarctica’ you’ll likely travel through Buenos Aires, a lively and cosmopolitan city that is the main hub and capital of Argentina. Depending on your travel arrangements, you may have some time to spend in ‘BA’. We...
The Advantages of Small Ship Cruising
As a small expedition cruise ship operator, we are proud to offer the unique experience that only traveling on small ships can offer. What’s the difference? Glad you asked! When you go on an Antarctic cruise, the size of the ship makes a big difference in your...
Shackleton’s Quest: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Antarctic Cruise
The mighty tale of Sir Ernest Shackleton and his men is one you will often hear about when learning about the polar regions. It doesn’t matter if you are new to learning about polar exploration or if it’s something you’ve been fascinated by for years, there is a name...
10 Reasons to Visit Antarctica in Spring
As our summer ends and fall begins, it always brings our thoughts to what is happening in the Southern Hemisphere. Down in Antarctica, the austral winter is ending, and that means spring is on its way! Spring in Antarctica is one of our favorite times of year - the...
8 Interesting Facts About Albatross
What does the word 'albatross' mean to you? If you golf, you may be familiar with the term as it means you are three under par on a hole. The word albatross is also famously used to describe an unbearable burden in much poetry and folklore. But to us, albatross are...
A Local’s Guide to Ushuaia, Argentina
Welcome to the 'End of the World' – Ushuaia, Argentina! As a jumping-off point for our Antarctic cruises, Ushuaia is a lively and adventurous place, filled with both the anticipation of visiting Antarctica but also the pure joy of those returning from their Antarctic...
10 Important Historical Sites in Antarctica
On each of our voyages, we make a point of celebrating Antarctic history. Depending on the itinerary, guests may be lucky enough to experience any number of historical sites. These places can combine incredible beauty, interesting artifacts, and captivating stories...
Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the White Continent
A day hiking in Antarctica means you are wandering where few have gone before. There are no set trails for hiking (unless you count the ‘penguin highways’), just rocky or snowy terrain for you to explore. All our voyages offer guided hikes of varying durations to suit...
Shackleton’s Famous Shipwreck Endurance Discovered in Antarctica
On Saturday, March 5th, 2022, exactly one hundred years to the day after Sir Ernest Shackleton was buried on the island of South Georgia, scientists and researchers located the wreck of Endurance, Shackleton’s ship. The vessel was discovered at a depth of 3,008 meters...