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On The Couch: Our Polar Cruising Expert Rachel Imber Shares Her Tips
Rachel Imber has been with World Expeditions for 20 years. In that time, she’s managed to do six major trips to Antarctic/Arctic regions. We sat down with her and asked her what she knew, what advice she’d give travellers, and what she liked most.
When is the best time to visit Antarctica?
Which month is best for your Antarctica cruise? It depends on your interests! Here's our handy guide to help you decide when to take the voyage south.
Antarctica: where to find the best wildlife encounters
From fur seals to Adélie penguins, here's how to get up close and personal with Antarctica's greatest creatures.
Choosing your Antarctica expedition: compare cruises
Spoilt for choice when planning your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Antarctica? Read our tips to help narrow down the options to the right one for you
7 holiday ideas for those who have been ‘everywhere else’
Set foot in some of the least visited countries in the world. This travel bucket list will earn you serious bragging rights.
5 things you may not know about Antarctica
Last winter, adventure travel expert Shawn Weller had the opportunity to travel to Antarctica, ticking off the last continent off his list. Find out about the unexpected surprises he encountered on the white continent.
A first-timer's guide to Ecuador & the Galapagos
In need for inspiration on where to go in South America for your first active travel adventure in the region? A traveller shares her experiences exploring Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
How to get the most out of your Antarctica trip
Which Antarctica do you want to see? The one with abundant wildlife encounters? The one where the sun never sets? Or the one which takes you to the water to go kayaking, snorkelling or even diving?
Inside the first class yacht Solaris: Galapagos cruising
Take a virtual tour inside the brand new, first class yacht Solaris. which will take you around the most exceptional and remote landmarks of the archipelago.
Why the Kaweskar route is the best way to see Patagonia's fjords
Cruise the dramatic fjords and channels of Chile from Puerto Natales and go in search of the areas stunning wildlife, including dolphins and seabirds.
What it's like cruising the Galapagos Islands on MV Origin
Want a unique wildlife experience viewing animals that are nowhere else on earth? Explore the islands for longer aboard the luxurious MV Origin.
Been there, done that – 8 alternative destinations
Ever feel like you've been there, done that? Mix something you do know with something fresh using our list of alternative travel destinations.
Cruising to Antarctica FAQs
Want to know when is the best time to travel to Antarctica, or the best gear to bring? We answer the 11 biggest questions about voyaging to Antarctica.
On the couch with Dr Karl
He often has the answers to the questions you’ve yet to ask. Find out what makes the brilliant mind of Dr Karl tick and learn about the exclusive new Antarctic cruise he’ll be escorting for World Expeditions.
Best in Adventure: The top trips & trends to watch out for in 2018
If you’re the type of traveller who savours the journey more than the destination then 2018 should be an exciting ...
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