Traveling to the elusive seventh continent has never been easier, thanks to the rapid growth of the expedition cruise industry. But why travel to Antarctica? Visiting the White Continent is far more ...

Ponant Explorations has opened bookings for 28 Antarctic voyages during the 2027–2028 winter season. The season features: ...

Wondering what to pack for Antarctica? Bring waterproof outerwear, moisture-wicking thermal layers, insulated gloves with ...

Our Antarctica family cruise during Christmas 2023 was a hallmark adventure for us. We spent 2.5 years driving the Pan American Highway and visited the Antarctic while we were down there. From ...

The expansion of luxury expedition cruising was front and center in Antarctica this past week.Seabourn’s new expedition ships, Seabourn Venture, launched in 2022, and Seabourn Pursuit, which debuted ...

Princess Cruises has opened bookings for its 2026-2027 South America and Antarctica season to include the debut of the 3,650-guest Majestic Princess. For the first time, Princess also introduces ...

Kayak excursions from the Antarctic Dream are one way to get close-up looks at indigenous wildlife. True to its name, this small ship is big on comfort, camaraderie and epic sightseeing. While there ...

DRAKE PASSAGE, South Pacific Ocean — Six down, one to go. It was a mantra I kept reciting to myself while popping Dramamine pills as we traversed the remote and choppy waters of the Drake Passage. I ...

I have no fear . . . I have no dread. Of that marked day that lies ahead. My flesh will turn to ash and clay ... The captain recited a morbid poem over the loudspeaker — then told us to put away all ...

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