Members of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) have unanimously voted in mandatory measures to prevent whale strikes in cetacean-rich Antarctic waters. The new measures will instruct member operators to commit to either a 10kn speed restriction within a specific geo-fenced time-area on the Antarctic Peninsula. The com...

The Arctic offers a fine destination for viewing the Northern Lights with the prime opportunities for viewing found at sea, far from land-based obstructions. Poseidon Expeditions annual cruise from Iceland to East Greenland in September takes place when the northern latitudes are dark enough for excellent sightings. Its Arctic Sights and Northern L...

Arctic travel experts at Off the Map Travel has a new range of properties and experiences - which are 'designed to make any trip above the Arctic Circle full of fun, adventure and luxury'. This can include : VOLDA floating lodge, Tromso, Norway Moored off the coast of Tromso Island, guests can now stay on a Norwegian fjord Built on a ferry from the...

Viva Expeditions is offering a 22-day adventure to the Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Islands. On this journey, guests will explore the Falkland Islands, encounter deserted whaling stations on South Georgia Island and pay your respects at Shackleton's grave. Elsewhere, you'll encounter king, chinstrap and gentoo penguins as well as learn ...

​ One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) has unvieled its 2019/20 Antarctic expedition cruise programme. New voyages include : Christmas in Antarctica and the Weddell Sea 16-28 December 2019 This new 12-night voyage will visit classic locations along the western side of the Peninsula and the Weddell Sea. This is the chance to take in massive ice shelves, ice ...

Specialist travel outfitter Natural World Safaris has an exclusive new photographic safari for 2018 to South Georgia led by renowned wildlife photographer David Yarrow. Forming part of its specialist led Aperture by NWS service, just 12 guests will sail onboard the expedition Hanse Explorer, from the 3 to 17 November 2018 to discover the wild south...