The blue PLANET
Glaciers, shimmering turquoise and white; fields of penguins, louder than you can possibly imagine; and the intrepid allure of expedition cruising. As a truly unspoiled wilderness, it’s no wonder so many of us dream of sailing around Antarctica.
THIS IS A PLACE OF ICY SEAS AND ENORMOUS ICEBERGS, YET THERE'S SO MUCH MORE
“The sheer raw, breathtaking beauty of the place, and seeing some of our most precious wildlife in its natural environment is simply unforgettable,” says Liz Jarvis, Editor of Cruise International. “Nothing is predictable about Antarctica, and that’s what makes it such a special experience.”
Andy Harmer, UK and Ireland director of CLIA (the Cruise Lines International Association) says: “Sailings to Antarctica have surged. Previously a cruise to this continent may have been viewed as out of the ordinary but the launch of new luxury expedition ships has made the region far more accessible to a wide range of travellers, from wildlife lovers and adventure seekers to experienced cruisers who want to go off the beaten track.”
Among the newest offerings is , the ‘discovery yacht’ from river cruise line
