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Why should I visit the Arctic in July on an expedition cruise?
With 24-hour daylight, relatively mild weather, abundant wildlife, and beautiful landscapes, July is perfect to explore the Arctic.
The Legacy of the Thule Culture – Legend of the Norse, Tamers of Greenland
The mysterious Thule culture has left its mark on this wild, beautiful land, and its presence continues to be felt through the oral traditio
Seven Nights in Svalbard: On Expedition at the Top of the World
Read on to relive our Senior Copywriter George Janes' adventure on a 7-night expedition cruise exploring Svalbard's north west.
Why should I visit the Arctic in June on an expedition cruise?
In June, the landscapes become more accessible, revealing dramatic fjords, towering glaciers, and eerie historical sites.
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
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
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
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.
Hubert Wilkins: A Life of Adventure, Daring, and Polar Exploits
The amazing life of Sir George "Hubert" Wilkins, polar explorer and aviator.
What to do, see and experience in Greenland
There are so many things to do in Greenland and fantastic, awe-inspiring places to see in Greenland.
Purple Saxifrage: A jewel of the Arctic
Hardy, resilient, and beautiful, this small but vital plant thrives in some of the harshest environments on Earth.
Reconnecting with an ancient world: Long hikes in Scoresby Sund
Our long hikes connect guests with nature in ways they hadn't before thought possible.
The how, why, and when of visiting Greenland
We're sharing some of our insights, top tips, and must-do's for a trip to Greenland.
The tragic tale of Franklin's lost expedition
Perhaps one of the most well-known and tragic polar expeditions to have pursued the Northwest Passage was led by Sir John Franklin, a Britis
Martin Frobisher's polar quest for golden glory
One of the earliest Europeans to explore the Canadian Arctic was Martin Frobisher, a swashbuckling English privateer serving the English cro
Espionage beneath the ice: Operation Sunshine - the Arctic exploits of USS Nautilus
In August 1958, below the solid sea ice of the North Pole and beyond the reach of watchful Soviet stations, the world's first nuclear-powere
Short hikes, medium hikes, and long hikes - what's the difference?
Our range of hiking activities is not just carefully planned, but also inclusive of different levels of physical fitness and hiking experien
The Flight of the Örnen: Andrée's 1897 Arctic Balloon Expedition
Andrée's balloon, the Örnen, would carry equipment for scientific observation and photographic studies.
Oceanwide Expeditions donates €955 to nature charities
This year we will donate €995 to the following conservation charities based on guest reviews: World Wildlife Fund, BirdLife International, 4
Circumnavigating Spitsbergen
Our Around Spitsbergen voyage circumnavigates the principal island of the ruggedly beautiful Svalbard archipelago.
The Science of Sustainability: Interview with Nathalie Steins
Can polar travel be made more sustainable? This question was part of a research project by scientist Nathalie Steins, and we were eager to h
