As the number of travelers cruising Antarctica swells, polar expedition companies are launching sustainable vessels designed for these bucket-list trips.According to the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators, approximately 56,000 tourists visited Antarctica in the 2018-19 season, a 53%
As the number of travelers cruising Antarctica swells, polar expedition companies are launching sustainable vessels designed for these bucket-list trips.
“Antarctica itineraries often sell out one or two years in advance, so travelers should be prepared to book early,” she advised. “We want to take conscious travelers closer to nature with a footprint we’re proud of,” said Daniel Skjeldam, the company’s chief executive. “There will always be a team of experts on board from historians to biologists to glaciologists to help educate guests on their surroundings,” said Curry, Adventure Life’s travel planner. The 15-day voyage starts at $13,000 per person on a full-board basis.Next year, Quark Expeditions will christen the 102-suite Ultramarine, and its two twin-engine helicopters and 20 easy-access Zodiac boats.
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