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The first race to the South Pole in 50 years
James Clark Ross’s British Royal Navy expedition of 1839-1843 launched the most successful expedition to Antarctica by pioneering an entry i
(Nearly) Stuck in the Antarctic Ice
We are at the bottom of deep sleep, gently lullabyed throughout the night by the rhythmic swaying of the Ortelius on a glass smooth Ross Sea
The Norse Settlement of Greenland
Erik the red is a very colourful and important figure in the history of the Norse Vikings. The source for his story is found in the Icelandi
Protecting the heritage of Discovery Hut, Hut Point Antarctica
One building that became a testament to scientific endeavour is Discovery hut at Hut Point, on Ross Island. Discovery hut was Robert Falcon
Weddell seals: The data collectors scientists of Antarctica
Weddell seals inhabit some of the coldest and darkest waters deep within the Ross Sea ice, making them the southernmost naturally occurring
World premiere - ship supported remote trail running in East Greenland
Oceanwide Expeditions launches a brand new activity in polar adventure travel. We will offer an ultimate chance for conditioned trail runner
The Dirty Details of Antarctica's Dry Valleys
Located on the western coast of McMurdo Sound, the McMurdo Dry Valleys form the largest ice-free (relatively) area in Antarctica.
10 Tips for Top Northern Lights Photography
Though the northern lights are a heavenly wonder best experienced first-hand, they also represent some of the most amazing photographic oppo
Orcas (aka Killer Whales) of Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic
Orcas, also known as killer whales, are found in every ocean but are most abundant in the Southern Ocean. Their population is estimated to b
Solargraphy & Pinhole photography in the Arctic
The breakfast room fills up with SeesNL participants. Everyone is excited and ready to leave, however we have to wait until the afternoon to
What the ice reveals about Antarctica
Antarctica is not just an ice-covered continent with penguins, whales and seals. Under the thick ice are hidden freshwater lakes that contai
Adélie penguins in the Ross Sea - Antarctica
The Adélie penguin population in the Ross Sea is reported to be the highest in 30 years with up to a million Adélie penguin pairs breeding i
A Look Into the International Research Stations of Antarctica
There are currently 70 permanent research stations scattered across the continent of Antarctica, which represent 29 countries from every con
Second to the South Pole: Scott’s British Antarctic Expedition (1910-1913)
When Captain Robert Falcon Scott embarked on his second and final expedition to Antarctica in 1910, he was already a famous Antarctic explor
9 Facts about the Greenland Shark
The Greenland shark, or Somniosus microcephalus, is one of many fish that live in the waters around Greenland, though this is not the only a
The bio-richness of the Ross Sea
The Ross Sea is one of the most beautiful and pristine marine regions in the world. The sea – which is frozen solid for much of the year – c
Spitsbergen: a true polar bear trip
On the third day of our Svalbard cruise, we were sailing the sea ice north of Spitsbergen. It was an incredible day, calm and scenic. We mar
A year in the life of an Oceanwide Expedition Guide
When I was growing up, I’m sure the idea of becoming a guide and travelling around the world didn’t even cross my mind. It’s not the most co
In polar travel, choice of clothing can mean life or death
With temperatures like this, it is vital to be prepared. In fact, it is life threatening if you aren’t. My first impulse, when planning my j
12 photo tips to make better pictures on your Antarctica cruise
In this article you get 12 photo tips from Oceanwide Expeditions to make better pictures on your trip.
Ski mountaineering: a new activity onboard m/v Ortelius in Antarctica
Ski mountaineers climb high snow-covered and glaciated peaks and viewpoints, mostly roped up in small groups. It’s a thrilling experienced f