Stay Curious—An Interview with Karin StrandGodmother to the world’s first hybrid powered cruise ship, MS Roald Amundsen, and one of the world’s most experienced explorers and pioneers in expedition travel, Karin Strand has played a significant role in making Hurtigruten HX Expeditions what it is today. We’re grateful she sat with us for a few minutes to share some thoughts and reflections. Wildlife & Nature Antarctica Educational Lectures and talks 4 mins readRead more
Stay Curious—An Interview with Tudor MorganWith his nearly 30 years of polar exploration, Tudor Morgan is not only one of Hurtigruten HX Expeditions’ most experienced Antarctic leaders, but also the world’s. We’re grateful to have him with us and for his time talking with us, telling stories, and reflecting on the future of Antarctic travel.Wildlife & Nature Antarctica Camping in Antarctica Changing Climate 3 mins readRead more
Wildlife in the GalápagosThe iconic wildlife of Galápagos – from giant tortoises to scaly iguanas – is for the most part unbothered by human presence, making photographic encounters all the more rewarding. Wildlife & Nature Ancient Cultures Adventure Galápagos Tortoise 4 mins readRead more
Different Ways to See Machu PicchuIf you’re thinking of visiting the fifteenth-century ruins of the Lost City of the Incas, then you’ve probably heard of the legendary 25-mile trek along the Inca Trail just to get there.Ancient kingdoms Ancient Cultures History & Culture History & UNESCO 3 mins readRead more
Grytviken Travel Guide: From Whaling Station to Intriguing DestinationAlthough Grytviken sounds Scandinavian, it’s actually British and part of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, a British Overseas Territory. The settlement of Grytviken is located on the remote island of South Georgia, next to an idyllic harbor. Here are seven facts about this distinctive settlement.Falkland Islands Rich Wildlife Wildlife watching Whales 3 mins readRead more
Port Stanley: Crown Jewel of the FalklandsPort Stanley is the Falkland Islands’ capital and largest town. Situated on East Falkland, the largest of the Falkland Islands, it is about 380 miles east of Argentina.Rich Wildlife Falkland Islands Whales Seabirds 3 mins readRead more
Látrabjarg: The Ultimate Bird CliffBird cliffs are steep and shelved to provide nesting places for birds — and nowhere on earth is there one quite like Látrabjarg, Iceland. A rocky promontory jutting out from Iceland's west coast, it boasts a stunning beach and several fun activities for visitors. Here are seven notable facts.Icelandic Horse Iceland Fire & Ice Town & City Walks 3 mins readRead more