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Antarctica
What to pack for a trip to the polar regions
When packing for your holiday, do you have trouble deciding between what to take versus leave at home? If so, …
Which Antarctic expedition is right for me? A Guide to our Antarctic Itineraries
Not sure which Antarctic itinerary is right for you? Here’s our guide to Antarctica’s regions. Ways to Explore Antarctica Whether …
How can we help endangered penguins in Antarctica?
As a group, penguins are one of the two most threatened seabird species in the world. According to Birdlife International, …
Stories from Antarctica: I pinched myself to see that I wasn’t dreaming
Here’s Karen Hollands’ top insights from her recent expedition to Antarctica. This was my first time travelling to Antarctica, and …
Stories from Antarctica: An expedition like no other
Amelya Grey, Aurora Expeditions BDM, on why her recent Antarctic Explorer voyage was an expedition like no other. Antarctica – …
Snorks have more fun… In Antarctica!
Thinking about going snorkelling in Antarctica? Here’s a first-timer’s experience exploring ice-speckled bays on a recent Antarctic Explorer expedition. It …
Howard’s Top 5 Tips for Antarctic First-Timers
First time travelling to Antarctica? Here’s Howard’s top 5 tips to make the most of your expedition. About Howard Whelan …
Solo Adventure Vacations: Why You Should Go
Enjoy the company of like-minded people, explore endlessly at your own pace or push your limits with adventure. Whether you’re …
Why Sir Ernest Shackleton’s 100 year legacy lives on
Wednesday 5 January 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of the death of one of the greatest polar pioneers, Sir Ernest …
The Things to Know Before you Go: Travelling with Confidence in 2022
Get back to adventure and travel with confidence in 2022! Here are the answers to your top travel questions and …
Dr. Sylvia Earle to Host World First Antarctica Climate Expedition
Registrations of Interest now Open for Dr. Sylvia Earle’s World-First Antarctic Climate Expedition “February 2023 will be a moment in …
Antarctica’s Top 10 Activities
What activities can you actually do in Antarctica? When you visit Antarctica there is more to do than just looking …
Download your own Arctic vs Antarctica Infographic
The Polar Difference They are at polar ends of the earth, but how different really is Antarctica to the Arctic? …
Is Antarctica a Country?
While there are no countries in Antarctica, seven nations have laid claim to parts of it: Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, France, Norway, Chile, and Argentina. The Antarctica Treaty, signed in 1959, brought nations together to share the continent in peace and cooperation.
How Much Does A Trip To Antarctica Cost?
International travel trends indicate that travellers want to visit more remote places, seeking a genuine connection with nature and untouched …
Discover the Legacy of Douglas Mawson at Antarctica’s Mawson’s Hut
Who was Douglas Mawson and why did he go to Antarctica? “Who is Douglas Mawson”, and “why did he go …
Why is Antarctica colder than the Arctic?
Antarctica and the Arctic are the two coldest places on earth. The polar regions are known for their vast, glittering …
A comparison: Arctic vs Antarctica
Antarctica and the Arctic have many things in common: they’re both cold, icy and home to an array of wonderful …
Aurora Expeditions named World’s Leading Polar Expedition Operator 2020
Aurora Expeditions are absolutely thrilled to have received one of the highest honours in global travel and tourism, named “The …
Who owns Antarctica?
Antarctica doesn’t belong to anyone. There is no single country that owns Antarctica. Instead, Antarctica is governed by a group …
What Animals Live in Antarctica?
Sub-zero temperatures, months of darkness and some of the strongest winds on Earth. How does life survive in this vast …
Are seals endangered in Antarctica?
All six seal species’ found living in Antarctica are classified as ‘least concern’ by the International Union for Conservation of …
Are there polar bears in Antarctica? No – find out why.
Do polar bears live in Antarctica? Polar bears live in the Arctic, but not Antarctica. Down south in Antarctica you’ll …
Antarctica in March: Why I like Antarctic trips in March
March is ‘late-season’ for voyages to Antarctica: night times grow out of the endless summer days; the air freshens; dustings …
