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Svalbard's House of Death: The Chilling Mystery of Svenskhuset

Seventeen dead men. A locked-door mystery in the wilderness of Svalbard. Was the supernatural to blame for the horrors of Svenskhuset during the winter of 1872?

An Expedition Doctor at the Edges of the Map: An Interview with Sjoerd Verschoor

Sjoerd Verschoor joined m/v Plancius in Svalbard as the ship's doctor. We sat down to hear about his experience in the polar bear kingdom.

What are our landings like on an Antarctica cruise?

Our ships are built for polar exploration and equipped with Zodiacs. Discover what landings are like on an Antarctica cruise with Oceanwide Expeditions.

Oceanwide Expeditions publishes its first ESG report, setting course for more responsible expedition travel

Oceanwide Expeditions, a veteran polar operator and leader in the expedition cruise industry, has published its first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report.

Inspiring Others to Take the Path Less Traveled: The Arctic Adventures of a Travel Specialist

Oceanwide Expeditions guest Lisa recently returned from a 9-night adventure exploring the dramatic fjords and glaciers of northern Svalbard.

How far in advance should you book your Antarctica cruise?

Book your Antarctica cruise in advance for maximum anticipation or choose a last-minute departure for a spontaneous adventure with Oceanwide Expeditions.

What types of ships are used for Antarctica cruises?

Our fleet of ice-strengthened motor vessels is ideal for an Antarctica expedition cruise. Oceanwide Expeditions: 30+ years of polar expertise.

Svalbard expedition vs Greenland expedition: how to choose?

How to choose between a Svalbard and Greenland expedition? At Oceanwide Expeditions, we’re experienced in both and have some insights to help you out!

Find out the best time of the year to travel to Antarctica

What’s the best time to travel to Antarctica? At Oceanwide Expeditions we know the best time to travel based on your preferences. Find out on our website!

Best Antarctica cruise for solo travelers

Join us on the best expedition cruise to Antarctica for solo travelers with Oceanwide Expeditions. Meet like-minded people on a life-changing adventure!

PLA13A26, trip log, South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway

Two Humpback Whales and a Minke Whale were spotted, highlighting the productivity of Svalbard’s waters during the summer months. The whales were a reminder that wildlife encounters can happen at any moment, making time spent on deck during a transit just as rewarding as an excursion ashore.

PLA12-26, trip log, Northeast Greenland Extreme

Turned out that a mother with two cubs, were walking on terrace at 40m above sea level, therefore granting a great visibility to all of us who quickly had dressed up and walked about the outher decks.

OTL13-26, trip log, Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

the guides had spotted a polar bear ashore. Several of us made our way to the Bridge, where we were able to watch the bear casually strolling along the rocks — remarkably close to where we had planned to land.

Frederick Cook's Arctic Claims: First to the North Pole or Polar Fraudster?

Frederick Cook, veteran of several expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctica, a man shrouded in controversy and disputed success.

OTL12-26, trip log, Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

The reindeer appeared in their dozens, including one with reddened antlers and some young just a few months old. Arctic foxes scampered about the lush green tundra.

HDS11-26, trip log, Northeast Greenland Extreme

Our mission: to get closer to the enormous icebergs that had been captivating us all morning. For some of us, this was our first close encounter with glacial ice.

PLA11-26, trip log, East Greenland Scoresby Sund , including Long Hikes

Later, during the recap, we learned from Karoline that this specific area of East Greenland was formed by continuous and massive basaltic flood eruptions that started around 58–60 million years ago during the opening of the North Atlantic.

HDS10-26, trip log, Northeast Greenland – Solar Eclipse Explorer Voyage

We found a group of three fin whales, but among them was something even more spectacular: a Blue whale, the largest animal ever to have lived on our planet.

PLA10-26, trip log, Northeast Greenland Solar Eclipse Explorer Voyage

Late in the morning, excitement spread across the decks as the expedition’s first iceberg came into view. Beautifully sculpted by wind, waves and melting,

The Legendary Tom Crean – the Irish Giant of Antarctica

One of the most remarkable and under-appreciated polar veterans, Tom Crean was renowned for his dedication, hardiness, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the men around him.

Total Eclipse Enjoyed by Oceanwide Expeditions’ Guests in Northeast Greenland

Guests on board two of Oceanwide Expeditions' vessels enjoyed a spectacular total eclipse in Scoresby Sund, Northeast Greenland, on unique itineraries designed around the line of totality on 12 August 2026.

OTL09-26, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Suddenly, we were lucky to witness five polar fox pups playing around on the mossy ground and between the rocks. What an incredible and rare experience!