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Oceanwide Expeditions honored at the 2025 Expedition Cruise Network Awards

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.

Redefining Vegetarian Cuisine at the Ends of the Earth

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 redefines our perception of vegetarian cooking.

Cherishing a grand Svalbard adventure: guest interview - Tom & Anna Reichenberger

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.

HDS12-25, trip log,  Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

HDS12-25, trip log, Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

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 Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

PLA12-25, trip log, South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

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 time relaxing in the pool or at least at the edge of it.

OTL12-25, trip log, East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

OTL12-25, trip log, East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

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 Long Hikes

HDS11-25, trip log, Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

The area around Sydkap is littered with giant icebergs which have become grounded in the fjords, and it made for a truly spectacular backdrop throughout the day.

Discover Unseen South Georgia & Follow Shackleton's Journey

Discover Unseen South Georgia & Follow Shackleton's Journey

South Georgia is forever etched into the annals of Antarctic exploration, and is linked to the extraordinary career and exploits of Sir Ernest Shackleton.

PLA11-25, trip log, East and South Greenland Explorer

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

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

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

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 explorers in history, and a key figure in several Antarctic expeditions, described by Shackleton as his 'tower of strength' and his right-hand man.

OTL09-25, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice

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 birds bathing and diving for food.

Why should I visit Antarctica in January on an expedition cruise?

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 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 traditions and culture of its modern-day descendants, the Greenlandic Inuit.

Oceanwide Expeditions to utilize ice report software IcySea aboard expedition vessels

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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