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As the sun sets later and the seasons shift, White Desert is wrapping up another incredible season in Antarctica.
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PONANT announces voyages for its 2026/2027 Antarctic Season
PONANT unveils its much-anticipated 2026-2027 Antarctic season with an up to 30 percent PONANT Bonus in savings on all departures.
Silversea’s 2024/2025 Antarctica Season: Exploring the Uncharted and Unforgettable
Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition cruise travel brand, has set sail on its highly anticipated 2024/2025 Antarctica season, kicking off with Silver Endeavour
PONANT heads into the heart of the Weddell Sea ice
PONANT is slated to offer four new sailings In November and December 2025 that take travellers on a voyage of exploration.
Scenic Eclipse completes drydock in Galveston, TX
Scenic Group announced that its vessel, the Scenic Eclipse, successfully completed its emergency drydock in Galveston, TX.
Atlas Ocean Voyages introduces expedition teams for new Antarctica season
Atlas Ocean Voyages begins its 2024-2025 Antarctica season with three vessels, each staffed with an expanded team of 17 seasoned polar expedition guides.
Heritage Expeditions teams up with iconic zoologist Nigel Marven
Heritage Expeditions announced that it recently partnered with legendary wildlife television presenter, producer, author, zoologist and naturalist Nigel Marven.
AE Expeditions announces photography expedition
AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions), a pioneer in responsible and immersive small ship exploration, has announced a themed photography expedition to Antarctica taking place in…
Quark Expeditions unveils “Antarctica by Helicopter”
Quark Expeditions invites adventurers to experience Antarctica like never before with the launch of “Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains, and Remote Lands.
Heritage Expeditions makes its way to the heart of Antarctica this January
Heritage Expeditions announced that the Antarctic Heritage Trust is its Inspiring Explorers Expedition Partner as it sails into Antarctica.
Aurora Expeditions reveals its Arctic and Beyond itineraries for 2026
Pioneering small-ship cruise line Aurora Expeditions officially released its Arctic and Beyond season voyages for 2026.
Wellness at Whichaway: White Desert launches new wellness facilities
White Desert is excited to announce the planned addition of a 'Wellness Dome' to enhance the wellness offerings at their Whichaway Camp.
Albatros Expeditions launches first-ever Halal-certified cruise to Antarctica
Humpbacks send pearls of spray skywards as they dive back into icy water in screw-like movements, seals lounge peacefully on drifting ice, and colonies of penguins waddle along frozen…
Kiwi music legend Don McGlashan set to sail into the ‘heart of Antarctica’ with Heritage Expeditions
Heritage Expeditions is excited to announce special guest Kiwi music legend Don McGlashan will be joining their bucket list voyage In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton sailing into the…
Albatros Expeditions makes waves in the global cruise industry
Albatros Expeditions was born out of a passion for remote regions. The travel group sails to destinations worldwide, anywhere from Africa and Greenland to the polar ice caps.
Antarctica21 reveals Magellan Discoverer: A Revolutionary Vessel for Antarctic Exploration
Antarctica21, renowned for its pioneering fly-cruise expeditions to the pristine landscapes of Antarctica, proudly unveils its latest innovation, Magellan Discoverer.
AE Expeditions hosts agents in Antarctica
A group of UK agents has recently returned from the trip of a lifetime to Antarctica with AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions).
Viking Returns to Antarctica for Third Season
Viking’s third expedition season in Antarctica began with the arrival of the Viking Octantis and her identical sister ship, the Viking Polaris. Both ships will
Seabourn Made History When Two of its Ships Met in Antarctica
Last Wednesday, the Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture, the line’s two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, sailed side by side for the first time in history, marking a…
IAATO to begin 2023-24 Antarctic Season with enhanced Responsible Tourism Measures
The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is set to begin its 2023-24 Antarctic season with new and enhanced measures to support safe and environmentally responsible…
AE Expeditions launches ‘Choose Your Adventure’
Australia’s award-winning expedition company, AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions) has released two unprecedented offers as part of a ‘Choose Your Adventure’ sale for its upcoming…
Embark on the ultimate Arctic and Antarctic cruises with Albatros Expeditions
When it comes to exploring the untouched beauty of the polar regions, Albatros Expeditions stands out as the premier choice for discerning travellers seeking an unparalleled adventure.…
Hurtigruten Expeditions unveils new immersive Expedition Cruises for Patagonian Fjords and Antarctica
For 2024, Hurtigruten Expeditions is introducing a captivating series of immersive expedition cruises, combining the majestic Patagonian fjords of South America with awe-inspiring…
Aurora Expeditions’ Antarctic Explorer Express fits the bill with a limited-time offer
For busy travellers who wish to see and experience the Antarctic, Australia’s awarding-winning Aurora Expeditions has the perfect solution for those short on time. It offers its shortest…
Hurtigruten Foundation’s new “Camping in Antarctica” fundraiser drives record donation
Following close review of 82 applications, Hurtigruten Foundation, the non-profit arm of Hurtigruten Group, announces the recipients of its 2023 grants: 14 projects that align with its…
IAATO creates ‘Antarctic Ambassadorship Committee’
The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has created an Antarctic Ambassadorship Committee to evolve its efforts to turn visitors and Antarctic enthusiasts into…
Unleash your inner explorer: Aurora Expeditions’ Antarctica 2024-2025 Season offers 25 adventure-packed itineraries
Aurora Expeditions, a leader in life-changing adventure travel, launched its Antarctica 2024-2025 season, and it is the most comprehensive season yet. The season will showcase 25…
IAATO has appointed Stefan Kredel to its EC
The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has appointed Stefan Kredel to its Executive Committee.
Intriq Journey offers Polar Expeditions
Polar exploration is reigning on every discerning traveller’s Bucket List with expedition cruises reporting record breaking sales for journeys to Earth’s most extreme destinations.
Quark Expeditions announces Snow Hill Promise for 2023 Voyages
Quark Expeditions has launched the Snow Hill Promise to provide peace of mind for its industry-leading expeditions: if guests don't reach the legendary Snow Hill colony in 2023, they will…
A&K charts a course to the North Pole in 2024
On the inaugural departure of North Pole Expedition Cruise: The Ultimate Frontier (Jul 10-27, 2024), Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) will exclusively charter the innovative luxury…
Quark Expeditions delivers high on helicopter adventures in the Antarctic 2024-25 season
Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, has announced an exciting Antarctic 2024.25 season that offers more helicopter adventures than any other operator in the Polar…
Quark expeditions announces all-seasons polar promo sale
Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, has brought back last season's popular Polar Promo Sale offering travelers up to 40% off voyages to the Arctic and Antarctic, plus a…
APT launches first Antarctica Expedition Cruise in 2024
APT is expanding its expedition programme with a brand-new, one-date-only Antarctic cruise, now open for bookings.
Aurora Expedition launches Antarctica 2024-25 Program
The new Aurora Expeditions Antarctica 2024/2025 program was launched yesterday, and it includes voyages to hitherto unexplored Chilean fjords and channels.
AE Expeditions launches new Antarctica 2024/25 Programme
Australian-owned expedition company AE Expeditions, launched its 2024-2025 Antarctic programme packed with 25 voyages from 9 to 23 days duration, visiting the Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland…
PONANT Stories: Traversing Antarctica’s spectacular landscape to meet the penguins
For the first time ever, a cruise passenger of PONANT’s Le Commandant Charcot was able to navigate through the frozen Weddell Sea Ice to Snow Hill Island to meet a colony of thousands of…
AFTA now accepting EOI for NTIA Custodians
The Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) is now accepting expressions of interest for the 5 positions of the NTIA Custodians Council, who will ensure the travel industry’s night of…
Hurtigruten Expeditions updates COVID-19 protocols
Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line, has updated, adjusted and simplified the Covid-19 protocols. The main change is removing pre-departure…
Aurora Expeditions releases additional places for Antarctic Climate Expedition for World Oceans Day
In honour of this year’s World Oceans Day, Australia’s award-winning travel adventure company Aurora Expeditions has announced an exclusive release of ten additional staterooms on its…
Aurora Expeditions celebrates successful Antarctica return
The award-winning Australian adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, has recently completed its return season to Antarctica and is celebrating a 100% success rate for its first season…
Antarctica tops ultra-luxury bucket list bookings
Truly all-inclusive cruise line Scenic has witnessed a 100% increase year-on-year for bookings to Antarctica on board its ultra-luxury discovery yacht, Scenic Eclipse.
PONANT Luxury Expeditions return to Antarctica!
PONANT has successfully returned to Antarctica with four Luxury Expedition Vessels exploring the region.
Aurora Expeditions celebrates Antarctica return with special offers to inspire discovery
Australia’s award-winning adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, has today announced it will be resuming operations in Antarctica, commencing its voyages from Punta Arenas, Chile from…
“Grave concerns”: One Ocean Expeditions cancels third trip polar trip
Swoop Antarctica, British purveyors of tours to the Polar regions, has expressed its worries over the cancellation of a third successive voyage by One Ocean Expeditions.
The move has…
Snow and MICE: IAATO to turn “tourists into ambassadors”
Polar field guides have hit on Sturbridge, Massachusetts this week for the third bi-annual International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) and the Association of Arctic…
Scenic breaks the ice in Antarctica with Sir Ranulph Fiennes
Scenic Cruises launches 27 night Antarctica adventure itinerary.
G Adventures launches marine sale
G Adventures has launched its Marine Sale with savings of up to 25% released across 2018 Expedition and River products.
It includes the Mekong, the Ganges and Burgundy’s Saône River, on…
Hapag-Lloyd launches main catalogue for expedition ship
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has presented its first English-language main catalogue for its new expedition class, together with announcing more specific details.
The HANSEATIC inspiration, the…
HH Travel sends Chinese travellers “pole to pole”
Ultra-luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has announced a unique collaboration with China’s leading luxury travel brand, HH Travel.
Hurtigruten: cruise news
Hurtigruten, launched its 2018/ 2019 program in Singapore at a consumer event hosted by its GSA, Scenic Travel. As the largest player in both poles, sailings depart from Norway, Iceland,…
