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Polar dreams and true grit: an interview with solo Atlantic rower Taryn Smith
On 29 January 2026, Taryn became the first American woman to complete the World's Toughest Row, 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean solo.
Otto Nordenskjöld: Scholar, Explorer, and Antarctic Pioneer
Otto Nordenskjöld led the way in advancing the geographical understanding of the White Continent, embodying the spirit of scientific discove
HDS29-26, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica -
The shoreline was completely occupied by representatives of the local fauna — there were gentoo penguins, Magellanic penguins, and even a do
Discover Iceland’s Wild Edge in May: Join our Northwest Iceland Explorer voyage!
See another side to Iceland this spring and experience a world awakening after a long Arctic winter!
The Atlantic Odyssey: An Oceanwide Voyage Unlike Any Other
Our Atlantic Odyssey voyage is full of discovery, opportunities to encounter rare wildlife species, and the lure of stepping foot on some of
Women in Antarctica - breaking more than just ice barriers on the road to representat
For years, women were not represented in Antarctic exploration and field research. Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, advances were gra
OTL30a26, trip log, Antarctica - Uncharted Islands of the Deep South
We had never seen so many icebergs in our lives! They were everywhere we looked, some resembled ancient castles, some exquisite gems, and so
Why should I visit the Arctic in October on an expedition cruise?
Enter a polar world stripped of summer's softness, with the drama, mystery, and harshness of winter encroaching with every passing minute.
Who are our expedition guides? Discover a team bursting with polar expertise!
Each of our passionate experts transforms every voyage into an immersive, educational, and unforgettable adventure at the edges of the map.
OTL29a26, trip log, Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia - South Sandwich
Our ship has broken its own record set last year, becoming the southernmost expedition ship company to reach the southernmost point for the
What animals can you see in Greenland?
You have the chance to get lucky with some rare sightings and unforgettable wildlife encounters, especially toward the end of the Arctic sum
Frank Worsley - Shackleton's Savior & Antarctic Legend
For his actions as part of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, Worsley was awarded the Polar Medal.
PLA28-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage
While half the group was on land the rest of us were cruising the bay, there were beautiful humpbacks and chinstrap penguins for us to watch
HDS28-26, trip log, Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica
Those who landed were immediately immersed in one of the most extraordinary wildlife spectacles of the expedition.
PLA27-26, trip log, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica
Finally South Georgia! As we approached the north tip of the island the fog lifted, and we saw mountains and icebergs.
Oceanwide Expeditions Sets a New World Record in Antarctica's Weddell Sea for the Sec
M/V Ortelius sets a record for the southernmost point reached by a non-icebreaker passenger vessel in the Weddell Sea for the second year ru
Why should I visit Antarctica in March on an expedition cruise?
March is a quieter, more contemplative time to visit Antarctica. You'll experience an even more tranquil, atmospheric version of this alread
HDS27-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
We climbed a snowy hill to a stunning viewpoint overlooking the impressive glacier front of Neko Harbour.
Edward Bransfield - the Lesser-Known Discoverer of Antarctica
Much of Bransfield's later life remains a mystery, and for many years his role in Antarctic exploration went largely unnoticed and misunders
The first to spot Antarctica? Fabian von Bellingshausen's 19th century polar exploits
Bellingshausen and his crew had potentially just become the first to sight the Antarctic mainland.
PLA26-26, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage
Sunlight slid across the water and picked out detail in the ice-blue textures of the coast. The same landscape that had looked austere minut
Why should I visit the Arctic in September on an expedition cruise?
Thinning sea ice, vivid autumnal tundra, and abundant wildlife preparing for the long winter make September a superb time to explore lesser-