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OTL24-25, trip log, Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopter
Jess spotted an Emperor Penguin on an ice floe. That was the best view we’ve had so far on the trip.
The Birth of Polar Legends – the Belgian Antarctic Expedition of 1897-1899
Led by the pioneering Belgian naval officer Adrien de Gerlache, the Belgian Antarctic Expedition, known as the Belgica Expedition, was full
HDS23-25, trip log, Antarctica - Basecamp
It was a day that captured the full drama and beauty of Antarctica — an experience impossible to forget.
PLA23-25, trip log, Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica
As we headed up the valley, we found a large colony of King Penguins—a rookery of approximately 20,000 breeding pairs.
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Cafés, Restaurants, and Souvenirs!
Our expedition team has put together a handy guide, sharing some of Ushuaia's best cafés, restaurants, and souvenir shops.
OTL23-25, trip log, Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopter
A wave of great excitement ran through the ship when it was announced that a lone emperor penguin had appeared on the ice just off our starb
HDS22-25, trip log, Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
Neko Harbour was our first continental landing on Antarctica, a milestone that carried a sense of pride and awe for everyone.
OTL22-25, trip log, Weddell Sea - In search of the Emperor Penguin, incl. helicopter
We got an incredible visitor joining us at that exact moment, an emperor penguin!
Your Expedition Guide to the Antarctic Peninsula
This expedition guide details everything you need to know about the Antarctic Peninsula, one of the most accessible parts of Antarctica, and
OTL21-25, trip log, Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica - Photographic Special
The beach was alive with movement and sound as southern elephant seals lounged along the shore and king penguins filled the air with their b
Your Expedition Guide to the Sub-Antarctic
We have put together a handy guide, covering the what, where, and why of the sub-Antarctic, specific to the areas of our current operation,
Choosing the Best Month to Visit Antarctica as a Photographer
We have broken down what you can expect from November to March in Antarctica as a photographer, with some handy photography tips from an Oce
Your Expedition Guide to the Weddell Sea
This expedition guide details everything you need to know about the Weddell Sea!
Why should I visit the Arctic in August on an expedition cruise?
In August, the Arctic becomes even more accessible, with long days, stable weather, and new destinations!
Oceanwide Expeditions 2025-2026 Antarctic Expedition Cruise Season Commences
Oceanwide Expeditions 2025-2026 Antarctic expedition cruise season began today.
Traveling with meaning & the importance of discovery-led experiences
We sat down with Raúl Gracia, who recently explored the fjords, glaciers and sea-ice of Svalbard on an expedition cruise.
Chasing Shackleton's Legacy in Antarctica with a Polar Historian
Join Shackleton scholar & polar historian Stephen Scott-Fawcett FRGS on a truly epic expedition voyage into the mighty Weddell Sea, retracin
Oceanwide Expeditions completes two major vessel upgrades on m/v Ortelius
Oceanwide Expeditions upgraded m/v Ortelius, boosting speed and fuel efficiency for better polar expedition performance.
Why should I visit the Arctic in July on an expedition cruise?
With 24-hour daylight, relatively mild weather, abundant wildlife, and beautiful landscapes, July is perfect to explore the Arctic.
Oceanwide Expeditions honored at the 2025 Expedition Cruise Network Awards
Oceanwide Expeditions, a veteran of the expedition cruise industry and pioneer of polar tourism, has been recognized in three categories at
Redefining Vegetarian Cuisine at the Ends of the Earth
Discover how Oceanwide Expeditions Head Chef Sachin Naik brings global flavors to unforgettable journeys at the edges of the world, and rede
Cherishing a grand Svalbard adventure: guest interview - Tom & Anna Reichenberger
For the husband-and-wife team behind a travel & photography blog traveling means happiness and the pursuit of new horizons.