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Antarctic Penguins

Antarctic Penguins: Which species will I see on my cruise?

The words Antarctica and penguins go hand in hand. Without a doubt penguins are the most popular residents of the 7th continent and getting a closer look at these entertaining birds is one of the main reasons many travelers make…

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Sail or Fly Across the Drake Passage

Should I Sail or Fly Across the Drake Passage?

There are two ways to access the Antarctic Peninsula: sail or fly across the Drake Passage. When sailing the Drake Passage, Antarctica cruises depart from Ushuaia, Argentina. Fly the Drake trips depart from either Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales, Chile.…

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East Greenland epic sunrise

Why East Greenland is EPIC and should be on your bucket list.

If you have ever had a window seat on a flight between North America and Europe you may have looked down mid-flight and noticed incredibly rugged mountain peaks alongside the second largest ice sheet in the world. The peaks you…

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King penguins on South Georgia

Is it worth it to add in the Falklands & South Georgia?

There’s no doubt the main draw to the Southern Ocean is the Antarctic Peninsula, where guests can step foot on the 7th Continent, see up to three species of penguins, seals, icebergs and glaciers galore. A trip to the Antarctic…

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