A comparison: Arctic vs Antarctica

Antarctica and the Arctic have many things in common: they’re both cold, icy and home to an array of wonderful…

4 years ago

Aurora Expeditions named World’s Leading Polar Expedition Operator 2020

Aurora Expeditions are absolutely thrilled to have received one of the highest honours in global travel and tourism, named “The…

4 years ago

Who owns Antarctica?

Antarctica doesn’t belong to anyone. There is no single country that owns Antarctica. Instead, Antarctica is governed by a group…

4 years ago

Are seals endangered in Antarctica?

All six seal species' found living in Antarctica are classified as ‘least concern’ by the International Union for Conservation of…

5 years ago

Are there polar bears in Antarctica? No – find out why.

Do polar bears live in Antarctica? Polar bears live in the Arctic, but not Antarctica. Down south in Antarctica you’ll…

5 years ago

How cold is Antarctica?

Antarctica is the coldest place on earth. Colder than the Arctic and the Andes, even colder than the summit of…

5 years ago

Is Antarctica a desert? YES. Find out why

When most people imagine Antarctica they think of a cold continent covered in ice. And they’re right. In fact, 90%…

5 years ago

About Sylvia Earle

New Ship Honours Sylvia Earle Dr. Sylvia Earle is a legendary marine biologist, oceanographer, explorer, author and lecturer with experience…

5 years ago

Our new ship – the Sylvia Earle

Our new ship, the Sylvia Earle Our new ship honours Sylvia Earle, an accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer, conservationist and explorer;…

5 years ago

Top 4 Reasons to go Trekking in Patagonia

“I climbed a path and from the top looked up-stream towards Chile. I could see the river, glinting and sliding…

5 years ago

Webinar: Explore the natural beauty of Greenland

Watch our webinar on Greenland below where local Greenland specialist, Bettina Ovgaard talks about Greenlandic traditions, culture, everyday life, and…

5 years ago

Do people live in Antarctica?

Antarctica is known for being the highest, driest, coldest and windiest continent on earth. So perhaps it won’t come as…

5 years ago

Top things to do in Aberdeen before your Arctic Circle Cruise

Perched at the top of Britain, Scotland is characterised by its historic cities, winding roads and rugged terrain. The city…

5 years ago

Aurora Expeditions celebrate World Oceans Day!

Have you ever stopped to think about how amazing our oceans are? From generating the majority of the oxygen we…

5 years ago

Discovering Scotland’s wild islands

When you first think of Scotland, you'll likely think of the big cities such as Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well…

5 years ago

King Penguin Fun Facts & Information

On an adventure to Antarctica and the Subantarctic islands with Aurora Expeditions, there is one animal that almost everyone wants…

5 years ago

The wonders of wild outdoor Scotland according to Robyn Mundy

When I was first asked to work on Aurora's 'Wild Islands of Scotland' voyages, I confess to being a tad…

5 years ago

Arctic kayaking trips on top of the world

If you’re looking for a different type of travel experience in one of the most remote places on Earth, we…

5 years ago

Who Were The First Australians In Antarctica?

It seems as though Australia and Antarctica are as different as two masses of land can get. While Antarctica is…

5 years ago

How Were The Galápagos Islands Formed? A History Timeline

The naturally diverse and dazzling islands of the Galápagos Islands are a place of wonder where visitors can witness untouched…

5 years ago

When Is The Best Time To Trek Patagonia?

The remote region of Patagonia, which spans Chile and Argentina in the southern part of the South American continent, is…

5 years ago

Stepping Up Your Smartphone Photography

When you set out on a once-in-a-lifetime voyage with Aurora Expeditions, you'll want to capture the experience to remember for years to come.…

5 years ago

Best Birding Tours – A Birder’s Paradise

Aurora Expeditions’ voyages offer unique opportunities to experience some of our planet's most extraordinary and rare bird and wildlife. Below…

5 years ago

Aurora Expeditions’ Makes History On Russia’s North East Passage

Australian expedition-cruise company, Aurora Expeditions, has become one the first companies to ever complete Russia’s North East Passage in an…

5 years ago