Travel Inspiration - Articles from the Polar Regions

The Arctic vs Antarctica

If you're unsure as to which end of the Earth you should visit next, then read our quick Arctic vs Antarctica comparison. What you can expect to see in each place, as well as the best time to visit.

My Perfect Antarctic Morning

“These are simply the days we dream of, ladies and gentlemen.  This morning we will set foot on the continent… Welcome to Antarctica!”

James Turner, from our Polar team, shares his Antarctic travel experiences.

6 Types of Antarctic Penguin

Let’s be honest. A once-in-a-lifetime trip to Antarctica isn’t about the bragging rights or quenching the thirst of your inner explorer - it’s all about the penguins. 

Solo Travel to Antarctica

If you’ve been dreaming of taking that once-in-a-lifetime trip to Antarctica, but worry that travelling to Antarctica as a single traveller will be prohibitively expensive - we’ve got great news. Many companies don’t charge single supplements!

Northern Lights Photography Tips

That moment when you see the Northern Lights in the Arctic for the first time is one you never forget. Learn how to take the best pictures of the swirling, dancing, racing colours for yourself.

The 9 Greatest Polar Explorers

While the polar regions of the planet are more accessible than ever, the harsh landscapes of the Arctic and Antarctica still have many secrets to divulge. Countless brave men and women led the way, forging a path of discovery. -Here's the nine greatest polar explorers in history.

Everything You Need to Know About Antarctica Before Travelling There

Are you ready to have the most otherworldly trip of your life and share our lifelong infatuation with the Polar regions? Then without further ado, let us take you through the 10 things you need to know before embarking on your once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise!

Everything You Need to Know About The Arctic Before Travelling There

The Arctic is a stunning ice-cold region in the northernmost part of our planet inhabited by indigenous arctic people called 'Inuits', but mostly admired for its incredible landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. - Want to see polar bears and Artic foxes? Click here to find out more about travelling to the Arctic!

An Arctic Encounter

Whatever else one might come to Spitzbergen for, one reason must surely be to see the mighty polar bear or hopefully even two or three! So, from the moment we were onboard our ship we were constantly on the lookout for one of these incredible animals. 

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Svalbard

If you haven’t been to the Polar regions, Svalbard is the perfect place to start. It offers everything from incredible wildlife, fascinating human history and some of the most spectacular glaciers and Arctic landscape on the planet.

5 Reasons to Visit Iceland by Cruise

With a reputation as the ‘Land of Fire & Ice', it is unsurprising that Iceland conjures up an array of images in the minds of the intrepid: crashing waterfalls, erupting volcanoes, and expansive ice sheets. This is a land of incomparable beauty, and its best explored by cruise ship.