Aurora Expeditions Blog
Kimberley, Australia Dreaming
“Having never been to the Kimberley before, I wasn’t really sure what to expect from this expedition. No matter how …
Sample Excellent Wine In South Africa’s Cape Winelands Region
Love a good glass of vino? Australia, Europe and California aren’t the only regions producing world-class, exquisite wine. Indeed, you …
Celebrating Sir Douglas Mawson’s Centenary Australasian Antarctic Expedition 1911-14
By Howard Whelan Skeins of spindrift dance over a smattering of huts nearly lost in a landscape of rocky outcrops …
Top 10 Things To See On A Spitsbergen Cruise
Heading on a voyage to the European Arctic? With Aurora Expeditions, you’ll have the chance to explore some of the …
Culture On The Napo River In Ecuador
As one of countless tributary waterways to the Amazon River, the Napo River is a vital part of the local …
Aurora Team Get Their Hands Dirty In The Name Of Conservation
The Aurora Expeditions office team joined Conservation Volunteers Australia at Cronulla last month for a day of ‘Hard Yakka’. Swapping …
Aurora Expeditions Brings Home The Alexandra Shackleton Boat
Aurora Expeditions is proud to be supporting the recent ‘Shackleton Epic Expedition’ by returning the vessel used in the re-enactment, …
Antarctica Through The Eyes Of Lauren Bath
I have a strange job. I am a professional Instagrammer, travel influencer, photographer, marketer, freelance social media marketer, traveller, entrepreneur, …
Why are there no penguins in the Arctic?
The Arctic is a bird-lover’s paradise. The bird cliffs of Iceland and Norway are some of the busiest, most bustling …
Antarctic Weather Patterns: What will the weather be like on my cruise?
Each year, we take parties of excited people to see the Antarctic Peninsula’s famous tourist attractions. Aboard our purpose-built expedition ships, …
What Is The Life Cycle Of An Iceberg?
On an Aurora Expeditions cruise around the Antarctic Peninsula, you will see a variety of landscapes. During the warmer months, …
Top Things To Do In Broome Before Your Kimberley Coast Cruise
Australia offers many unique wildlife attractions for your enjoyment, and even though you can experience a lot of them through …
Svalbard Reindeer Facts & Information
If you have booked your trip on board one of Aurora Expeditions’ cruises to the Arctic Circle, you may begin …
3 Famous Antarctic Expeditions From History
Here at Aurora Expeditions and around the world, people are celebrating the centenary of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s famous voyage to …
Science Expert Joins Aurora Expeditions’ Antarctic Voyage
Renowned scientist and Director of RiAus (the Royal Institution of Australia), Dr Paul Willis, will join Aurora Expeditions on a …
Arctic Foods: What Do People Eat In The European Arctic?
Crowning the top of the world, the Arctic Circle is known for many things, from breathtaking icy glaciers and untamed …
Top 5 Reasons To Include South Georgia On Your Antarctic Expedition
Unknown to most, the Antarctic region stretches wider than its mainland and actually includes a number of island chains dotted …
Our Fearless Leader Checks In From Greenland
Aurora Expeditions founder Greg Mortimer has embarked upon a private rock climbing expedition to the remote coast of Greenland. Along …
Nature & Wildlife Photography Tips For Snapping Animals In Their Own Habitat
Animal lovers get a kick out of our expeditions to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia because of the many …
How To Avoid Common Travel Scams In South America
Travelling to South America is an experience in itself, a unique adventure that you won’t find in other continents. However, …
The Marvels You’ll See On Your Stop At South Georgia
To the east of southern Argentina and the Falkland Islands lies a natural paradise, relatively unknown to world tourism. South …
Antarctica For New Year – 5 Reasons To Celebrate
Ring in the New Year Antarctica-style! If you’re looking for something different, a cruise to Antarctica is an unforgettable experience …
Learn More About Halley VI Research Station In Antarctica
On the surface, Antarctica might seem like a frozen, desolate place supporting only a handful of animals among the icy …
