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Right now snuggling up in an armchair with travel videos is the best antidote to what the Germans call Fernweh or yearning for places far away. As the world is still in travel lock-down mode, most of us long for the day we can freely explore the world once again. (more…)
Tags: Antarctica, Arctic, Poseidon Expeditions
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Two Russian research vessels that offered expeditions in the Polar Regions won’t sail again as cruise ships. The Akademik Ioffe and Akademik Sergey Vavilov had previously been chartered to now-defunct One Ocean Expeditions, and will no longer be available to charter for cruise operations. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
Tags: Antarctica, Arctic, One Ocean Expeditions
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Russia’s Ministry for the Development of the Far East and the Arctic (Minvostokrazvitiya) and the Federal Agency for Tourism (Rosturizm) have begun a study of potential cruise tourism opportunities in the country’s far east and Arctic regions. (bairdmaritime.com)
The Aurora Borealis, better known as the Northern Lights, is nature’s natural light show – a dazzling display of vivid green and pink hues that swirl and dance across the winter skies of the Northern Hemisphere. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Cruise & Maritime Voyages
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“From Greenland to the High Arctic and east coast, our 2021 Arctic and Atlantic Canada season will be filled with excitement and adventure. We’re proud to feature these exceptional destinations that are the heart and soul of Adventure Canada”. (more…)
Tags: Adventure Canada, Arctic
Posted in: News
The leader in small ship cruises and wilderness expeditions makes it easy to explore the northernmost reaches of North America by land and by sea. (more…)
Tags: AdventureSmith Explorations, Alaska, Arctic
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Swoop Arctic is supporting “International Polar Bear Day” on 27th February 2020 by helping to raise awareness of the challenges faced by these magnificent creatures from climate change. (more…)
Polar tourism has risen dramatically since the 1990s, and demand continues to flourish today. New purpose-built modern ships, specifically designed for service in polar seas, offer enthusiastic passengers an unforgettable experience to witness nature ‘as God intended it.’ (more…)
Tags: Antarctica, Arctic
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Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has today released an exceptional new itinerary venturing where only the most intrepid explorers have gone before on a thrilling voyage to the Russian High Arctic and Novaya Zemlya, isolated isles with ice-fringed water harbours, dazzling wildlife and intriguing histories. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Scenic - Luxury Cruises & Tours
Posted in: News
At the heart of every Abercrombie & Kent Luxury Expedition Cruise is an emphasis on learning. Meet two extraordinary adventurers who will join A&K’s Arctic expedition cruises this summer as Explorers in Residence – each one a pioneer in their own fields, pushing boundaries and accomplishing remarkable feats. (more…)
Tags: A&K - Abercrombie & Kent, Arctic
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Making of an Expedition: Severnaya Zemlya
Quark Expeditions is completing preparations to take passengers to the remote Russian archipelago of Severnaya Zemlya —the last major territorial discovery on the planet. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Quark Expeditions
Posted in: News
Arctic tourism stakeholders have contributed to a report that outlines knowledge gaps and research needed to support responsible tourism management in the Arctic. The goal is to encourage researchers to undertake research that can inform decision-makers, local communities and operators in a time of increased interest in Arctic tourism. (more…)
Quark Expeditions today announced that their much-anticipated polar vessel, Ultramarine, is ready for booking for an inaugural Arctic season with voyages to Spitsbergen, Greenland, the Canadian Arctic. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Quark Expeditions
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“We proudly present our 365 days all year round Arctic program. Dates & Rates for Arctic 2021 are now available for Hondius (170 passengers), Ortelius, Plancius (both with 108 passengers), Rembrandt van Rijn (33 passengers), and Noorderlicht (20 passengers).” (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Oceanwide Expeditions
Posted in: News
In keeping with the festivities that a new year brings, Poseidon Expeditions introduces its new 2021 Arctic and 2021-22 Antarctic seasonal adventure cruises aboard the 114-passenger Sea Spirit. (more…)
Tags: Antarctica, Arctic, Poseidon Expeditions
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On December 9, 2019, the Norwegian Government issued a press release stating that the Norwegian Government is considering a generalized ban on heavy fuel oil (HFO), size limitation on passengers ships in Svalbard and other measures to manage growing tourism. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO)
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Late season voyages to Svalbard in the Norwegian Arctic offer ideal light conditions in which novice and expert photographers alike may capture images of the unusual icy landscapes and captivating wildlife. (more…)
