Balancing Antarctic tourism with environmental impact
June 14th, 2024 / Burnham Arlidge
The 2022-23 Antarctic tourist season marked a record high with over 100,000 visitors, driven largely by cruise ship travel. How do we protect this fragile ecosystem?
Continue ReadingLuxury cruises to Antarctica: Everything you need to know
May 17th, 2024 / Burnham Arlidge
While Antarctic exploration was once the domain of rugged adventurers and scientists, today's travellers can experience the wonders of the White Continent in unparalleled comfort and style aboard luxury cruise vessels. Find out more here.
Continue ReadingWhat penguins will I see on my Antarctic cruise?
March 28th, 2024 / Burnham Arlidge
There are a whole host of penguin species in the Antarctic region, but which species will you actually see during your visit to the White Continent? Read here to find out.
Continue ReadingWhat have we learnt from the historic discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship - Endurance?
March 8th, 2024 / Burnham Arlidge
What have scientists learnt of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship - Endurance - since its incredible discovery in the Weddell Sea in 2022?
Continue ReadingSouth Georgia Explorer: The new South Georgia focused itinerary
August 4th, 2023 / Burnham Arlidge
The new South Georgia Explorer expedition cruise presents an extraordinary opportunity.
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Citizen Science in Antarctica
July 3rd, 2023 / Burnham Arlidge
Antarctic cruises can offer more than just breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife, they can also give people the chance to take part in scientific studies.
Continue ReadingA day in South Georgia: A personal account
June 2nd, 2023 / Burnham Arlidge
For wildlife lovers across the globe, South Georgia often stands a shining beacon. The sheer numbers of penguins to be found here demonstrate just how well an ecosystem can thrive in a landscape devoid of humans.
Continue ReadingVisiting the Falkland Islands on my Antarctic itinerary: A personal account
April 27th, 2023 / Burnham Arlidge
The Falkland Islands is a land of extremes. Stark beauty and incredible wildlife encounters await those who visit. Learn more about this beautiful region from my latest trip to the windswept archipelago.
Continue ReadingWhat will you see on an Antarctic cruise?
March 15th, 2023 / Burnham Arlidge
For many people, visiting the White Continent is a bucket list top hit. But what will you actually see on an Antarctic cruise? Find out here.
Continue ReadingA typical day in Antarctica
February 21st, 2023 / Burnham Arlidge
An Antarctic expedition cruise is very different to a traditional cruise ship experience. So, what does a typical day in Antarctica look like?
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