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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 […]

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. […]

Even since I can remember I wanted to step foot on Antarctica. My grandfather had worked on the White Continent for some years during the 50s for the Australian Antarctic Division as a marine biologist and his stories always left me in awe. To a child, these tales always sounded like incredible adventures and I […]

Topping many a bucket list of retired travellers, the White Continent is a truly unforgettable place to experience. Both Antarctica’s landscape and wildlife are completely breathtaking and unique, which makes this region of the planet so utterly mesmerizing. As a Polar specialist, I’m often asked how old is too old to visit Antarctica? There are […]

The National Geographic Explorer has garnered quite the reputation for quality over the years. Even before it set sail in the Polar regions, there was a buzz around it. Although it began life as a Norwegian ferry for Hurtigruten, the National Geographic Explorer was completely rehauled in 2008 and hailed as the first purpose-built ship for Polar […]

I remember booking my first trip to Antarctica and thinking ‘gosh, there are so many ship choices’. For those just starting to plan an Antarctic adventure, the options can seem a little overwhelming. Before you invest time in considering the many options out there, does it make a real difference what size your ship is? […]