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The Polar Plunge!

Of all the optional activities on a polar cruise, the Polar Plunge is the one that reliably produces laughter, adrenaline, bragging rights, and some truly unfla…

09 Dec 2025

Kayaking on Polar Cruises: Why You Should Do It & What It’s Really Like

Discover why kayaking is one of the most immersive experiences on a polar cruise. Learn what it’s really like and how to plan your adventure with Expediti…

04 Dec 2025

Top 15 Antarctic Animals You Can See on an Antarctica Cruise

Discover the top 15 Antarctic animals you can see on an Antarctica cruise, from emperor penguins and orcas to leopard seals, albatrosses and more.

30 Nov 2025

Camping in Antarctica: Sleep Under the Polar Stars

Imagine stepping off your expedition ship, sliding into a waterproof bivy sack, and falling asleep beneath the soft sky of Antarctic twilight. Camping on the fr…

01 Nov 2025

Finding the Best Value Antarctica Cruise: A Practical Guide

From budget-friendly expeditions to premium voyages, here’s how to choose the Antarctica cruise that gives you the most for your money

26 Sep 2025

Patagonia & the Chilean Fjords

Little-known Chilean Patagonia is one of the southernmost regions of the world, with massive blue-hued glaciers and the sharp peaks of the Andes mountains. This…

05 May 2025

How to See Emperor Penguins

Only a select few, highly ice-strengthened vessels such as Ortelius and Ultramarine can venture into Antarctica's ice-bound Weddell Sea in November and Dec…

01 May 2025

7 Reasons to Visit Svalbard During Springtime

Discover why an early season visit to the High Arctic archipelago of Svalbard offers the most amazing experience!

01 Mar 2024

Deception Island

Conclusion of a series from the owner and manager of Expeditions Online, who travelled on our Small Ship Expedition earlier in 2023. In this blog Stewart docume…

13 Dec 2023

Antarctic Peninsula Mainland

Part 3 of a series from the owner and manager of Expeditions Online, who travelled on our Antarctica Small Ship Expedition earlier this year. In the series Stew…

25 Jul 2023

South Shetland Islands

The 2nd instalment in a photo-blog series taken from our Antarctica Small Ship Expedition. Part 2 is about the first days in the wildlife-rich, spectacular - ye…

20 May 2023

Ushuaia and the Drake Passage

Voyage to Antarctica Part 1: This blog is part of a series from the owner and manager of Expeditions Online, Stewart Campbell, who travelled on our Antarctica S…

24 Mar 2023

Svalbard: the Ultimate Arctic Summer Adventure

Join an expedition through the realm of the polar bear – Svalbard! This Arctic archipelago is waiting to deliver some of the richest travel experiences yo…

08 Feb 2023

5 Reasons We Love Antarctica in November and December!

Arguably the early Antarctic summer is the very best time to visit, with great weather, amazing pristine scenery, active wildlife and lower prices!

29 Jun 2022

Arctic Ice Swimmers Success!

Congratulations to our group from the International Ice Swimming Association for their incredible swims of up to 1600 metres in the frigid minus 1 degree waters…

04 May 2022

Penguins You Can See in Antarctica

There are 17 species of penguin – however only eight species that most people see in Antarctica and the surrounding islands - at least when departing from…

05 Feb 2020

Six Places to Visit in Svalbard

Svalbard is one of the best places to visit the Arctic, being so easily accessible by air and blessed with spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife from the Fa…

07 May 2019

All About Spitsbergen and Arctic Polar Ice

Learn about the Arctic Archipelago of Svalbard, polar ice and its wildlife including polar bears and walrus. When’s the best time to go to Spitsbergen and…

14 Mar 2019

A Typical Day in Antarctica

What is it like during a typical day on an Antarctica cruise? Well no two days are alike, however here is a pretty good example of an 'average' day on…

28 Nov 2018

Antarctic ICE Swimming Success!

In a world-first event for international Ice Swimming and Antarctica tourism, 14 swimmers have successfully braved zero-degree Antarctic waters in nothing more …

27 Nov 2018

Which Months can you Visit Antarctica?

‘When can you visit Antarctica?’ or, more specifically, ‘Which months can you visit Antarctica?’. Find out here!

22 Nov 2018

Why Should You Go on a Polar Expedition?

23 Oct 2018

Answering Your Questions About Cruising to the Arctic and Antarctic

An interview with Expeditions Online’s Owner and Director, Stewart Campbell

18 Oct 2018

Travelling to Antarctica from Ushuaia

Expeditions Online’s Ocean Nova Antarctica Cruise from Ushuaia may be the cruise you’ve been waiting for if you've been thinking of travelling …

25 Sep 2018

Why Should You Go on a Polar Cruise?

Why you should go on a polar cruise? Here at Expeditions Online, we're experts in all things polar, so find out more about why you should consider a polar …

01 Sep 2018

7 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Antarctica

Antarctica is perhaps the most remote, hard-to-reach location on Earth. So, it’s no surprise that it’s a bit of a mystery to most people.

28 Aug 2018

Common Misunderstandings about the Antarctic

The Antarctic is an incredible place and with this blog, we hope to teach readers about the Antarctic by discussing the most common misunderstandings.

25 Jul 2018

10 Common Misunderstandings About the Arctic

The experts here at Expeditions Online know a lot about the Arctic and we’ve written this blog post to help clear up 10 common misunderstandings about the…

19 Jul 2018

The Best Cruises and Expeditions to see Penguins

If you’re looking for the best cruises to see penguins, then this guide is perfect for you!

10 Jul 2018

What’s Going on in the Arctic at this Time of Year?

At this time of year, the changes in weather make visiting the Arctic much easier, safer, and more enjoyable, so almost all tourism in the Arctic occurs in the …

28 Jun 2018

How to Find the Best Arctic Cruise Deals

Due to specialist ships, equipment, and training, an Arctic cruise might be a little more expensive than other cruises you’ve taken in the past, so it&rsq…

16 May 2018

The Arctic Experience: 5 Best Arctic Cruises

For an Arctic experience, there are many countries and styles of travel to choose from. Expeditions Online have years of experience in Arctic exploration, so he…

26 Mar 2018

Onshore activities in Antarctica to enjoy during your Polar Expedition

Long gone are the days when a short hike was the extent of the shoreside itinerary. Now, a world of opportunity awaits onshore in Antarctica, here are some of t…

09 Feb 2018

Antarctic Wildlife: Chinstrap Penguins

The Chinstrap Penguin is a beautiful, delicate little bird with very distinctive markings from which its rather odd name derives. They look very much like they&…

02 Feb 2018

Antarctic Wildlife: King Penguins

King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) were first discovered in the early 18th century by European explorers. After the Emperor penguin, with whom they are clo…

30 Jan 2018

Why a Polar Expedition Should be on Your Travel Bucket List

Antarctica and the Arctic are two parts of the globe that guarantee to inspire and astound like no other place you’ve ever visited. This is why a polar ex…

24 Jan 2018

Whales of the Arctic

The Arctic is home to 17 different species of whales. Belugas, bowheads, and narwhals are the only whales to inhabit Arctic waters all year round. Others, such …

19 Jan 2018

Expeditions Online Guide: Birds of the Arctic

There are a select few hardy Arctic birds who live in the northernmost part of the Earth all year round, as well as approximately 200 species of Arctic birds th…

20 Dec 2017

5 Interesting Facts About Polar Bears

Polar Bears are the true beasts of the Arctic! Living in the harshest environment on earth, these tough bears are well adapted to their habitats, with dense fu…

05 Dec 2017

Antarctic Wildlife: The Adelie Penguin

During the winter months, Adélie Penguins live on or very close to sea ice. In the warmer months, they breed on ice-free land. Naturally, this is rather …

06 Nov 2017

Best Time of Year to Visit Antarctica and South Georgia

Visiting Antarctica and South Georgia means a significant purchase since these are large and comprehensive expeditions - a real a trip of a lifetime!

24 Oct 2017

Famous Historic Antarctica Expeditions

Stories of polar exploration and polar expeditions are as fascinating and absorbing today as they were for their contemporary audiences.

16 Oct 2017

Everything You Need To Know About Antarctica Icebergs

Icebergs are a beautiful part of the landscape in the Polar Regions. I love the moment when we see our first iceberg of an expedition. They are pristine and pic…

12 Oct 2017

Flowers In Antarctica

It is hard to think that anything like a flower can survive living in Antarctica. It has one of the harshest climates on earth.

09 Oct 2017

The life of Sir Robert Falcon Scott

The life of Sir Robert Falcon Scott was one of adventure and drama. So much so that Robert Falcon Scott Antarctic Explorer became known as simply ‘Scott o…

28 Sep 2017

Photography Tips for Antarctica

You’ll probably be no stranger to the fact that the conditions in Antarctica can be challenging for us humans, as well as for the technology we bring with…

22 Sep 2017

Fun Facts About Antarctica

A trip to Antarctica is a journey to one of the most fascinating and beautiful places on the planet.

08 Sep 2017

Humpback Whales and Where to See Them

Wildlife watching is one of life’s most satisfying activities, and whale watching is one of the most rewarding of all. They are impressive, majestic and i…

30 Aug 2017

All You Need To Know About The Atlantic Puffins

Atlantic Puffins, or the ‘sea parrot’ as they are sometimes known thanks to their unique, colourful beak, are sea-dwelling birds. They spend most of…

16 Aug 2017