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The loss of the airship Italia: the final curtain call of polar airship exploration
Discover the tragic story of the Italia airship disaster, where courage and fatal missteps led to the loss of lives in the harsh Arctic, spa
The history behind a name: the celestial and terrestrial life of Petrus Plancius
Did you know that our vessel Plancius is named after an important figure in cartography, the Dutch-Flemish Petrus Plancius?
Amundsen takes to the skies: the aerial exploits of the airship Norge
Amundsen and the other men aboard the Norge are officially listed as being the first to reach the North Pole, either by land or by air.
Oceanwide Expeditions donates €860 to nature charities
This year we will donate €860 to the following conservation charities based on guest reviews: World Wildlife Fund, BirdLife International, 4
Meet the Ortelius behind Ortelius
Our vessel Ortelius is named for a Dutch or Flemish cartographer, in this case, Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598).
Fridtjof Nansen: the grandfather of modern polar exploration
Two remarkable Arctic expeditions defined Nansen's polar career: his crossing of Greenland on foot in 1888 and the legendary Fram expedition
Farthest South: Breaking Records and Setting the Standard in the Wake of Polar Greats
We spoke with Expedition Leader Sara Jenner aboard M/V Ortelius at the conclusion of a historic, record-breaking voyage into the depths of t
The importance of polar passion: an interview with Marco Rosso
During a long hiking trip into the stunning Scoresby Sund on the eastern coast of Greenland, we sat down with expedition guide Marco Rosso.
Rare red Aurora Australis spotted above Antarctica
Guests aboard Oceanwide Expeditions’ Ortelius voyage witness elusive red aurora in the Bellingshausen Sea.
Oceanwide Expeditions concludes historic Antarctic voyage
Oceanwide Expeditions concludes its Remote Weddell Sea Explorer voyage, making history with record-breaking achievements and establishing it
Why should I visit Antarctica in December on an expedition cruise?
December, in particular, is an ideal time to visit, as it marks the height of the Antarctic summer.
The beauty of inspiring others: an interview with expedition guide Charlotte Taplin
We sat down with expedition guide Charlotte Taplin, who shared her joy of working in the polar regions and the importance of having a passio
Oceanwide Expeditions Sets a New World Record in the Weddell Sea
M/V Ortelius reached the southernmost point ever recorded by a non-icebreaker passenger vessel in the Weddell Sea at 78°03.471’S.
An Antarctic Expedition’s Mission to Restore Historic Building
With the successful restoration of the hangar, there was a deep sense of satisfaction in seeing it returned to its original state.
Historic building at Whalers Bay successfully restored after graffiti incident
In partnership with the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (UKAHT), Oceanwide Expeditions has successfully restored a historic aircraft hangar at W
From Stonington to the South Orkney Islands: The legacy of Nathaniel Palmer
Nathanial Brown Palmer, also known as 'Captain Nat,' was an American sealer, whaler, ship designer, and explorer whose polar legacy continue
Our guide to Antarctic whale watching on an expedition cruise
The nutrient-rich waters of Antarctica are one of the best places on Earth for whale watching.
All aboard the penguin express! The penguin highways of Antarctica
All penguin species are restricted to a slow waddle and short bursts of speed along their penguin highways.
To the ends of the Earth: an interview with Gabi Kolodko
We spoke with Gabi Kolodko, an Expedition Guide with Oceanwide Expeditions, during a recent trip to Scoresby Sund, Greenland.
The Conquering of the Frozen Continent: Hillary, Fuchs, and the Crossing of Antarctic
Sir Edmund Hillary made his mark on Antarctic history when, on 3 January 1958, he reached the South Pole, leading a team as part of the Comm
Operation Tabarin: The top secret mission that helped to preserve Antarctica
Operation Tabarin had the primary goal of establishing a British presence in Antarctica, denying safe harbors to enemy vessels, and counteri
The Antarctic Treaty: a testament to the cooperation of humankind
The Antarctic Treaty was designed to ensure that Antarctica remains a region dedicated to peace, scientific research, and international coop
