Journey to the Bottom of the World: What to Pack for Antarctica Cruises
For those who prefer the cold to the heat, the call to snowier destinations grows strong! Whether you’re setting sail on an unforgettable Southern Explorations expedition of Antarctica aboard the world-class and state-of-the-art National Geographic Endurance, the deluxe, all-suite Sea Spirit or the cozy, modern and intimate Magellan Explorer, these vessels are guaranteed to whisk…
Can You Picture Yourself In Antarctica
If you’re anything like me and my team, you’ve been dreaming of spending time in far off places. These past few weeks, we’ve been focusing our attention on Antarctica. The reason? Antarctica is one of the trips our guests book months and even years in advance. So, while we await the end of the pandemic,…
Eric Goes to Antarctica!
Following his epic Patagonia adventure last year, our very own Sales and Operations Manager Eric Bartanen was back out there this past March, this time to Antarctica. We share with you today his dispatch from his adventure and remind you to follow us on Instagram to see pictures and stories from his wildlife packed adventure…
Top 10 Wildlife Sightings on Antarctica Cruises
Antarctica is one of the last frontiers on earth, unknown by most of the world’s population. Visiting Antarctica is a once-in-a-lifetime experience through well-protected waters, teeming with unique species that are often scarce in other parts of the world. Check out our list of some of the Top 10 Wildlife Sightings in Antarctica to learn…
Want To See Penguins?
If you’ve always dreamed of witnessing penguins in the wild, then our team of South America and Central America travel experts has you covered. While Antarctica is famously the best place to go if you’re looking for the ultimate penguin trip, there’s also no shortage of opportunities to do some penguin watching everywhere from the…
An Incredible Revelation
We’ve always said South America and Antarctica are packed with revelatory travel experiences, but a recent revelation just off the end of the “thumb” of Antarctica, below South America, took that idea to the next level. In the Weddell Sea, in a cluster of islands known as the Danger Islands (yes, that’s what this archipelago…
Interplanetary Exploration On Earth
It could probably go without saying, our planet’s poles are extreme locations. The frigid temperatures, extremely dry conditions, and extraordinary wildlife have often led those trying to describe the poles to look to other planets in an attempt to accurately convey the peculiar environments. It’s also why scientists and researchers are turning to Antarctica to…
What You Need To Know If You’re Dreaming of an Antarctic Expedition
An Antarctic trip is one of the most unforgettable travel experiences you can have. The remoteness and the expansive landscape of the southernmost continent creates a rich and liberating disconnection from the rest of the world at large. However, getting there can sometimes feel like the exact opposite experience. The idea of traveling to Antarctica,…
Snowboarding at the Bottom of the World
Southern Explorations Antarctica expert Carrie Beck visited the White Continent this past November 2015. Here she recounts the incredible experience of backcountry snowboarding in the most remote place on earth. I stood on the deck of the Akademik Ioffe , a small ship dedicated to tourism and research in the polar regions, watching a crane…
Catching the End of Antarctica and Patagonia’s Travel Season
Whale Watching In Antarctica Whale watching in Antarctica is at its height in February and March. Of the eight whale species that visitors may see, six are baleens: the southern (Antarctic) minke, humpback, sei, fin, blue and southern right. Perhaps Antarctica’s most extraordinary whale watching experience is encountering the largest whale of all, the blue,…
Choosing an Antarctica Cruise
Which Antarctica cruise is right for you? For most people who travel to Antarctica, it is the trip of a lifetime, so the prospect of choosing the right cruise can be daunting. Of course, any of the cruises we offer provide a great experience, but every passenger is different regarding what he or she wants…
Six Reasons Travelers Say Antarctica is the Best Vacation Ever
The Awe of It All Antarctica is home to the world’s grandest icebergs. Soaring high above the sea in all shapes and sizes, silhouetted by a rising or setting sun, drifting by or showing off many shades of blue. The continent’s landscape of snow-covered ice defies the imagination and remain in one’s memories forever, with…
