Author: Paul

Paul came to Swoop after spending nearly 20 years researching and writing guidebooks for Lonely Planet. On his most recent trip for Swoop, he fell in love with the epic landscapes and uncountable wildlife of South Georgia.

An expedition leader poses with an Antarctic flaf

Expedition teams: the rockstars of Antarctica

Every voyage to Antarctica has one thing in common; an exceptional expedition team. These are the people who go above and beyond to make your experience special and unforgettable. Having worked in the industry for over a decade now, I’ve experienced first hand just how hard good expedition teams work to make each moment unforgettable. […]

By Paul Clammer
| Guidebook Editor

28th April 2021

Bob Gilmore heading to Peterman Island, just south of the Lemaire Channel

Stories & Inspiration

Antarctica on ice: Guides making a change

My name is Bob Gilmore, and I’ve been working and guiding in the polar regions for over 20 years now. I first reached Antarctica in 1996 with the USAP (United States Antarctic Program) at McMurdo Station. I was instantly hooked, it was magic in all directions, and when I discovered the Polar tourism industry in […]

By Paul Clammer
| Guidebook Editor

23rd March 2021