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Oceanwide Expeditions Sets a New World Record in Antarctica's Weddell Sea for the Second Time
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 running.
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 already unique place.
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 misunderstood.
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.
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-visited locations.
Captain Cook's Voyage to the Antarctic – an Overlooked Polar Legacy
Captain James Cook was born in 1728 in Yorkshire, England. He rose from humble beginnings to a British naval career.
Why should I visit Antarctica in February on an expedition cruise?
Throughout February, you can expect around 18–20 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of time for exploration, wildlife spotting, and photography.
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Nature Experiences & Wildlife Spotting
Our expedition team has put together a list of their highlights from the region, including examples of wildlife you may spot along the way!
A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia: Art, Monuments & Museums!
Our expedition team has put together a handy guide to the cultural hotspots and must-dos of Ushuaia - ideal for your next trip to the place known as the 'end of the world!'
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 of firsts, immense challenges, and the proving ground for several members who would go on to define the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.
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.
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 the stage for some of our most immersive polar adventures.
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, between South America and the Antarctic Peninsula.
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 Oceanwide guide.
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, retracing the route of the Endurance, and uncovering the myths and realities of the men of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (ITAE) and the man who led them, Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton.
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 the 2025 Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) Expedition Cruise Awards.
