Whenever anybody finds out for the first time that I’ve traveled to Antarctica (especially after seeing my pictures!), I always get two immediate follow-up questions: How much does Antarctica travel cost? How can you afford that??? The Trip Of A Lifetime Before we get started with diving headfirst into the actual numbers involved with traveling to Antarctica, […]
Antarctica is a continent that lends itself to unique experiences. In addition to the most stunning scenery on earth and hordes of penguins everywhere, its isolation makes almost everything you do a new undertaking. Sure, cruising in zodiacs and swimming in below-freezing water aren’t your everyday outings, but even getting a drink at the local bar is something completely […]
The whole trip had been leading up to this moment. There I was, on the final day of my Antarctic Expedition, facing by far the worst weather we had seen on the entire voyage. Stripped down to nothing but shorts. I couldn’t believe it, but I was ready to take the Polar Plunge. This wasn’t just […]
Antarctica remains the most stunning place I have ever traveled to in my life. The massive glaciers, mountainous landscape and abundant wildlife are unlike any place I have been since. It is visited by approximately 30,000 people per year (compared to over 30 million for Paris or 4 million for Yosemite National Park) and, […]
You may think camping in Antarctica sounds like a rugged, cold and uncomfortable night with little rest. Well, frankly, it is, but my night camping in Antarctica was also one of the highlights of my 12 day trip there. With Antarctica itself being such a mysterious and magical place, I could hardly resist the opportunity to spend as […]
Travel to Antarctica is a daunting task due to its remoteness, restrictions and the outright cost of getting there. I was fortunate enough to step foot on it myself, so allow me to walk you through some of the steps involved with visiting the stunning 7th Continent. Preparing To Travel To Antarctica Your first considerations should be […]