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Reasons to Go

How to Take Photographs in Antarctica and the Arctic

Discover a photography lesson in photos with A&K photo coach Rick Sammon, who shares images and expert tips for capturing the same shots on your Antarctica cruise.

Reasons to Go

Meet the Arctic’s Most Spectacular Wildlife

From the magnificent polar bear to the gorgeous beluga, discover the astounding wildlife that call the Arctic’s icy waters and tundra-clad lands home.

Trip Logs

Arctic Cruise Adventure Trip Log: June 30–July 14, 2022

Follow the progress of A&K’s 2022 Luxury Expedition Cruise into the kingdom of the polar bear accompanied by our Expeditions Team’s renowned naturalists, botanists and explorers.

Trip Logs

Cruising Scandinavia & the Baltic Sea Trip Log: June 8–17, 2022

Enjoy A&K’s Baltic Cruise with this day-by-day trip log, written and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

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Kimberley Cruise: Australia’s Last Frontier Trip Log: May 6-18, 2022

From Broome to Darwin, explore Australia’s rugged Kimberley coast with this day-by-day trip log of A&K’s 2022 journey, captured by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica and South Georgia Island: Photography & Exploration Trip Log: January 4–21, 2022

Experience the best gems of the Southern Ocean on this 2022 cruise with this day-by-day trip log penned and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica and South Georgia Island Holiday Voyage Trip Log: December 20, 2021–January 6, 2022

Imagine what it’s like to celebrate the holidays on an unforgettable 2021 Antarctica cruise by following this day-by-day trip log penned by A&K’s award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctic Cruise Adventure: A Changing Landscape Trip Log: December 10–22, 2021

Experience the wonders of Antarctica on A&K’s 2021 Antarctica cruise with this day-by-day trip log penned and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica & the Total Solar Eclipse Cruise Trip Log: November 28–December 12, 2021

Experience the Total Solar Eclipse on this 2021 Antarctica cruise with this day-by-day trip log penned and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Iceland Cruise: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice Trip Log: September 11–21, 2021

Experience A&K’s new cruise around Iceland with this day-by-day trip log, written and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

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Cruising the Greek Isles Trip Log: September 9–18, 2021

Enjoy A&K’s most popular cruise around the picturesque Greek Islands with this day-by-day trip log, written and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

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Antarctica Discovery: Palmer’s Bicentennial Expedition Trip Log: January 16–30, 2020

Experience A&K’s 2020 voyage to Antarctica with this day-by-day trip log penned by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands Trip Log: January 3–18, 2020

Experience the best gems of the Southern Ocean on this 2020 Antarctica cruise with this day-by-day trip log penned and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands Trip Log: December 19–January 3, 2020

Imagine what it’s like to celebrate the holidays on an unforgettable 2020 Antarctica cruise by following this day-by-day trip log penned by A&K’s award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Cruising the Greek Isles Trip Log: October 16–25, 2019

Enjoy A&K’s most popular cruise around the picturesque Greek Islands with this day-by-day trip log, written and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

The Northwest Passage: From Greenland to the Bering Sea Trip Log: August 26–September 18, 2019

Experience a legendary voyage through the rarely transited Northwest Passage with this day-by-day trip log compiled by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Italy Cruise: Hidden Treasures from Florence to Venice Trip Log: August 18–August 30, 2019

Discover the charms of Italy on A&K’s 2019 cruise from Florence to Venice with this day-by-day trip log created by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Arctic Cruise Adventure Trip Log: July 15–July 29, 2019

Experience A&K’s 2019 Arctic cruise with this day-by-day trip log penned and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

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Wonders of Japan Cruise Trip Log: May 30–June 12, 2019

Experience A&K’s 2019 Japan cruise from Kyoto to Otaru with this day-by-day trip log penned by our award-winning Expedition Team.

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Classic Antarctica Trip Log: December 7–19, 2019

Experience the wonders of Antarctica on A&K’s 2019 Antarctica cruise with this day-by-day trip log penned and photographed by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands Trip Log: January 16–31, 2019

Experience A&K’s 2019 voyage from Antarctica to South Georgia and the Falkland Islands from with this day-by-day trip log written by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Classic Antarctica Trip Log: January 7–19, 2019

Follow A&K’s thrilling expedition to Antarctica in January of 2019 with this day-by-day trip log penned by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Trip Logs

Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands Trip Log: December 22, 2018–January 7, 2019

Experience A&K’s 2018-2019 voyage to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands with this day-by-day trip log penned by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Inspiration

Why Antarctica is Like Nothing You’ve Seen Before

There’s only one place to witness a prism of colors in the ice, see oceans colliding with glacier-topped mountains and step into massive penguin colonies set along rocky shores: Antarctica.

Inspiration

Photographing Antarctica: Epic Photos from the White Continent

With whales and tuxedoed penguins in mass, and leopard seals on pristine ice floes, Antarctica is a dream come true for wildlife and wilderness photographers.

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A Kid’s Take on Travelling to Antarctica

Kids of all ages agree that a trip to Antarctica is beyond compare, thanks to Instagram-worthy days, up-close wildlife encounters and unexpectedly thrilling Zodiac excursions.

Reasons to Go

Wildlife Bucket List: 8 Whales and Seals to See in Antarctica

Humpbacks, orcas, fin whales and leopard seals are just a few of the diverse species of marine mammals you’ll discover on a luxury cruise to Antarctica.

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5 Reasons to Visit South Georgia on Your Antarctica Cruise

South Georgia is a wildlife and history lover’s playground, boasting massive penguin colonies and a history of heroic discoveries from centuries past.

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Beyond Tokyo: Japan’s Hidden Ports

Away from its bright lights and bustling cites, Tokyo reveals Japan’s deep-rooted cultures and traditions in these lesser-known port cities.

Inspiration

Why There’s Nothing Quite Like a Family Vacation to Antarctica

Experiences like watching humpback whales bubble-net feed, standing among 200,000 king penguins, and cruising past mountainous icebergs are what make Antarctica the trip of a lifetime for all ages.

Inspiration

Why You Should Visit Antarctica

With the climate shifting and the delicate Antarctic ecosystem forever changing, there’s never been a better time to visit the otherworldly White Continent.

Inspiration

From Shackleton to Mawson: An Expert’s Guide to the Greatest Antarctic Explorers of All Time

Some of the world’s most incredible tales of adventure at sea came from real Antarctic exploration. A&K history lecturer Bob Burton reflects on the heroes behind these extraordinary voyages.

Inspiration

8 Birds to See on Your Antarctica Cruise

Count the massive winged albatross, diving petrels and the teetering Adélie penguin among the dozens of bird species to find on your luxury cruise to Antarctica.

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7 Reasons to Cruise the Northwest Passage

An expedition along the rarely transited Northwest Passage means discovering pristine landscapes and Inuit villages, and achieving the holy grail of polar exploration.

Reasons to Go

10 Reasons to Visit Antarctica this Year

One of the world’s last frontiers, Antarctica is a land of staggering natural beauty, incredible biodiversity and a dynamically shifting ecosystem that beckons a visit now.

Trip Logs

Kimberley Cruise: Australia’s Last Frontier Trip Log: June 20–July 2, 2019

From Broome to Darwin, explore Australia’s rugged Kimberley coast with this day-by-day trip log of A&K’s 2019 journey, captured by our award-winning Expedition Team.

Photos

Why Your Kids Will Love Antarctica

Ever wonder what an Antarctica cruise is like for kids? Travel expert Eileen Ogintz shares favorite moments for families on an A&K Luxury Expedition Cruise to Antarctica.

Videos

This May Be the Ultimate Way to Discover Italy

Watch this video of A&K’s luxury Italy cruise and glimpse a totally unique adventure along nearly the entire navigable coast of Italy as well as in exciting cities like Rome and Florence.

Videos

What It’s Like to See Japan By Luxury Expedition Cruise

Fascinating Japanese islands and port cities are the stars of this video showcasing A&K’s Luxury Expedition Cruise to Japan guided by A&K’s passionate Expedition Team.