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HDS12-25, trip log, Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including L
Along the way, they spotted signs of muskoxen, startled Arctic hares, and paused often — not from exhaustion, but from awe.
PLA12-25, trip log, South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Nars
All three hikes had the opportunity to pass by the hot springs, which were at a very pleasant temperature, and to spend a lengthy amount of
OTL12-25, trip log, East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long H
We explored the island walking the soft mossy tundra, hopping between glacially smoothed rocks and squelched through boggy patterned ground.
HDS11-25, trip log, Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Lo
The area around Sydkap is littered with giant icebergs which have become grounded in the fjords, and it made for a truly spectacular backdro
Discover Unseen South Georgia & Follow Shackleton's Journey
South Georgia is forever etched into the annals of Antarctic exploration, and is almost intrinsically linked to the extraordinary career and
PLA11-25, trip log, East and South Greenland Explorer
By now we all became very captivated by the unique and beautiful geology. We had plenty of time to explore it.
HDS10-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet
Skimming across the water in our little rubber boats was like gliding through a refrigerator.
Chasing authentic experiences at the ends of the Earth: meet our guest Tuur Hermans
We caught up with Tuur to hear his thoughts on what makes travel so special, along with his time with Oceanwide at the ends of the Earth.
Shackleton's Tower of Strength and Right Hand Man - Antarctic Legend Frank Wild
There is perhaps no one better placed to offer insight into the allure of Antarctica than Frank Wild, one of the most highly decorated polar
OTL09-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
Overhead the sky was a veritable blizzard of birds. And a short distance offshore, the surface of the water was covered with thousands of bi
Why should I visit Antarctica in January on an expedition cruise?
During January in Antarctica, the ice is at its most stable, wildlife is active, and temperatures are relatively mild.
The Legacy of the Thule Culture – Legend of the Norse, Tamers of Greenland
The mysterious Thule culture has left its mark on this wild, beautiful land, and its presence continues to be felt through the oral traditio
Oceanwide Expeditions to utilize ice report software IcySea aboard expedition vessels
IcySea provides near real-time sea ice information, enhancing the already significant operational capabilities of our fleet.
PLA09-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
We started the day with a remarkable wildlife encounter. Shortly after breakfast, we spotted a polar bear on a fresh kill.
OTL08-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
As we wove our way through the ice, the symphony of sounds was unforgettable, the constant crackling and popping as air escaped from the ice
OTL07-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
This curious young bear was walking back and forth around us – amazing!
Retracing Shackleton's Legacy: Oceanwide Expeditions' Remote Weddell Sea Explorer
The Weddell Sea Explorer voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with one of exploration's most iconic sagas.
PLA07-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
Valeria and Esther brought history to life, explaining the incredible story of Roald Amundsen's expeditions from Ny-Ålesund.
Seven Nights in Svalbard: On Expedition at the Top of the World
Read on to relive our Senior Copywriter George Janes' adventure on a 7-night expedition cruise exploring Svalbard's north west.
PLA06-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
Seeing this behavior and seeing the bear walk on the ice was nothing short of fantastic.
OTL06-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
A light fog drifted over the horizon, softening the stark contrast of sea and sky, and we found ourselves slipping quietly into the ethereal
HDS05-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
We went ashore at Texas Bar – not a real bar, but a historic trapper’s hut built in 1927 by Norwegian hunter and trapper Hilmar Nøis.