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Summary Arctic or Antarctica? How to Choose your Polar Expedition Wildlife Ice Culture Adventure Fun Verdict Arctic or Antarctica? How to Choose your Polar Expedition The expedition season is fast approaching and many people are wondering whether to visit the Arctic in the North or wait for a trip to Antarctica in the South. Having…
Summary 1. Sea Kayaking in Antarctica 2. Why Sea Kayaking is Essential 3. Unique Experiences While Sea Kayaking Sea Kayaking in Antarctica My hands were shaking when our guides Val and Solan told us to prepare to jump into our kayaks for our first sea kayaking adventure in the icy waters of Antarctica. We had…
Summary of Packing for an Antarctica Cruise How to Pack for an Antarctica Cruise Packing Essentials Understanding Layering Clothing on the Ship Toiletries and Other Essentials When going on an Antarctica Cruise, one would think that you need to pack a ton of travel gear and clothing. However, you may find that when you pack…
Summary Best Things to do in Antarctica 1. Kayaking 2. Polar Plunge Camping on the Sub-Antarctic Islands 4. Zodiac Cruises 5. Penguin Post Office at Port Lockroy 6. Visit Penguin Colonies 7. Visit Deception Island 8. Cruise the Lemaire Channel 9. Photography Tour 10. Antarctica Ice 11. Whale Watching 12. Cross the Drake Passage Other…
Antarctica Camera Gear Overview Camera Gear for Antarctica Lenses Point and Shoot Video Equipment Accessories Computers and Storage Camera Gear for Antarctica The Canon 5D Mark II As a committed Canon user, this camera has served us exceptionally well over the past year, capturing stunning video footage as well. Its full image sensor allows for…
What to Expect When Taking the Polar Plunge in Antarctica Fear of the Polar Plunge Facing Your Fear What it Feels Like Jumping into Freezing Water Elation of Doing the Polar Plunge Reward for Jumping into Icy Waters I hesitated about participating in the polar plunge in Antarctica. I searched for every excuse before and…
Summary Pleneau Bay Antarctica Enjoy our Zodiac Tour of Antarctica Tips for Kayaking The skies opened up the minute we entered the Lemaire Channel, and from that moment on, we had gorgeous weather for our zodiac tour in Antarctica. We were initially concerned that we might not see the sun during our visit to the…
Summary Camping in Antarctica Rules of Camping on Antarctica Preparing for Camping What It’s Like in a Bivy Sac in Freezing Temperature Are We Glad That We Camped on Antarctica? As for Camping on the Continent of Antarctica Camping in Antarctica Camping in Antarctica Night Every year, approximately 30,000 adventurers journey to Antarctica; however, only…
Summary History of the Post Office Leftovers From Researchers It seems that everyone is trying to lay claim to the continent of Antarctica. The British did it by opening a post office in the Antarctic. If there’s a government agency, they must have some right to it, right? We were told that Chile sent a…
Summary Amazing Antarctica in Photos Wildlife of Antarctica Can’t Get Enough of Penguins Old Whaling Stations of Antarctica Antarctica Pictures Exploration in Antarctica Stunning Beauty Experience the Wonders of Antarctica Antarctica is a dream destination for many travelers, regarded as the last frontier and the final continent on their bucket list. Once you’ve navigated the…
Antarctica Photography: 8 Easy Tips and Tricks Giant ZipLock Freezer Bags Bring 2 Camera Bodies Bracket Your Shots Think of Showing Scale Get Down Low to Photograph Penguins Bring a Dry Bag Know Your Settings Bring Filters Antarctica Cruise season is in full swing, and if you are one of the lucky few to check…
Summary of Antarctica’s Fascinating Facts Some Fun Facts About Antarctica Antarctica Is a Desert Antarctica Is the Biggest Holder of Freshwater on the Planet Antarctica Was Not Always an Icy Continent Discovery of Antarctica There Is No Time Zone For the Antarctic Everywhere Is North Antarctica Is the World’s Fastest-Warming Regions There Are Active Volcanoes…
Summary What to Expect on an Antarctic Cruise Arrival – Ushuaia Argentina The Expedition Ship Antarctica Cruise in Luxury Lectures Crossing the Drake Passage Cruise the Lemaire Channel & Gerlach Straights Visit Penguins Take Zodiac Tours Icebergs Galore Shore Landings and Hikes Whale Watching Whaling Stations Visit Research Stations Optional Antarctica Activities Polar Plunge Kayaking…
Visiting Antarctica: Key Information How to Get to Antarctica The Best Times to Go to Antarctica Packing List for Antarctica From how to get there to what to pack, here’s what you need to know about visiting Antarctica. Fact checked by Elizabeth MacLennan There is at least one place left on earth where you really…
Antarctica Expedition with Ponant and Explorers Club Sailing Introduction Explorers Club Details Voyage Details Scientific Research Focus Ponant CEO Statement Pricing Information Sailing Introduction If you haven’t yet been to Antarctica, there’s an upcoming sailing opportunity you might want to consider for your next big trip. French luxury cruise line Ponant has partnered with the…
Explore Antarctica in Luxury: A Unique Journey to Echo Camp Overview of the Experience Arrival in Antarctica Echo Camp: A Modern Retreat Encountering Antarctic Wildlife Personal Transformation Overview of the Experience Antarctica offers an extraordinary adventure unlike any other destination on Earth. The landscape, characterized by endless ice and majestic mountains, is the backdrop for…
Summary Accessing Antarctica For the Environmentally Conscious For the Birdwatcher For the Well-heeled For the Family For the Seasick For the Photographer Your Guide to Accessing Antarctica Antarctica is beyond the boundaries of civilization, beyond the limits of imagination, and— for most practical vacationers— beyond the realm of possibility. It exists more as an abstract…
Summary of the Antarctica and Patagonia Expedition Cruise Awakening to Stunning Antarctic Views Adventures by Disney’s Unique Family Experience Exploring Amazing Wildlife and Landscapes The Adventures by Disney Antarctica and Patagonia Expedition Cruise was the ultimate family vacation — here’s why. Bright and early on the morning of our first full day in Antarctica, L’Austral’s…
Summary 1. Planning the Wedding on a Cruise 2. Eloping in Antarctica 3. The Ceremony and Celebration A frozen knot is a tight one. When I’m on a cruise, I spend every evening writing out my schedule for the next day. I include everything: which presentations I want to attend, when I’ll eat lunch, which…
Summary The Thrill of Luxury Expedition Cruises Antarctica’s Historical Exploration Onboard Experience: Comfort Meets Adventure Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability Final Thoughts on Visiting Antarctica The Thrill of Luxury Expedition Cruises For generations of explorers, Antarctica has represented the ultimate challenge. Now, you can see it for yourself on a luxury expedition cruise. South America disappeared…