Category: Planning & Tips

Expect the unexpected. Go with the flow. These are the types of things you’ll hear over and over again when it comes to Antarctic voyages. In the coldest, windiest and driest continent on Earth, it hardly comes as a surprise to learn that itineraries do not always go to plan. I can’t seem to tell […]

For camping lovers, Antarctica offers the ultimate experience. Spending a night on the most remote continent on Earth, dug out in the snow, amongst penguins and seals is something that will stay with you forever. I was hesitant about camping on the ice the first time I travelled to Antarctica as, even though I live […]

The most southerly place on Earth, Antarctica is a cold and untamed wilderness that has fascinated humankind for generations. Expedition cruises make the journey south throughout the austral summer, taking travellers to the Antarctic Peninsula. It’s not an easy destination to reach and the remote location means that Antarctica is often a once in a lifetime trip for […]

Since their inception, Fly & Cruise voyages to Antarctica have proved extremely popular among travellers looking to experience the wonders of the White Continent. If the concept of a Fly & Cruise voyage is new to you, it simply means that you fly to Antarctica where your cruise ship will be waiting for you, and fly back, […]

Over the last decade, Fly & Cruise voyages to Antarctica have become increasingly popular, and for good reason. Flying to Antarctica allows you to avoid sailing the tumultuous Drake Passage crossing, which can be famously difficult for people who suffer from seasickness. Fly & Cruise voyages are also perfect for travellers who don’t have much time on their […]

Over the last several decades the cruise industry has become ever more popular, with companies expanding their fleets and creating mega-ships able to carry over 6,000 passengers. These vast liners act as floating hotels offering a luxury experience at sea. Running parallel to this, under a different guise, is another cruise industry that is lesser-known […]

Scuba diving in Antarctica is something that very few divers get to experience. The remote location and high costs of visiting are the main culprits for this, but the challenging environment also requires a significant amount of technical skill, which often prevents less experienced divers from exploring this magical underwater kingdom. For those lucky divers able […]

Camping in Antarctica is one of the most memorable and worthwhile experiences one can take part in when visiting the White Continent. Getting off the ship for a night, bedding down on the ice and listening to the chatter of penguins is a unique adventure. Despite the allure of camping out in one of the world’s most pristine […]