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Patagonia & Antarctica Tour: Reasons To Combine The Two
Always dreamed of visiting the final frontier of Antarctica, or exploring the heart of Patagonia in South America? Why not …
Celebrating Ernest Shackleton, By Gary Lee
A dozen passengers who had travelled on AE Expeditions’ In Shackleton’s Footsteps adventure in March 2016, gathered in London on 20 of May for …
What makes spring in Antarctica so special?
What makes springtime such a special time of the year for you? Is it the blossoming of flowers, the bouncing …
The AE Expeditions Antarctic Landscape Photography Competition
We are delighted to announce Geoff Thomas as the winner of the competition with his stunning photo entitled ‘Elephant Seal …
Top Packing Tips For A Polar Expedition
It goes without saying that heading off on a polar expedition, either to the Arctic Circle or the mighty Antarctica …
Naturalist vs Naturist – What’s The Difference?
At AE Expeditions we’re asked all kinds of questions. Some are scientific, others are more historical or geographical. If someone …
Winner Of Antarctic Writing Competition Announced
We are pleased to announce the winners of our AE Expeditions Writing Competition. With such a good selection of entries, …
5 Things Your Dad Will Love About A Trip To Antarctica
For the ultimate trip away with dad, consider a trip to Antarctica. We’re seeing more and more dads (and mums!) …
True Love In Antarctica: A Valentine’s Day Special
With the day of love just on the horizon, Romeos and Juliets around the world will have romance on the …
Discover Ski Touring In Antarctica
Ski/snowboard touring is hands down one of our most exciting add-on activities in our Antarctica activity program. We sat down with …
What New Apps Do You Need For Your Next Overseas Adventure?
What’s your favourite smartphone app? Whether it’s Facebook, YouTube or The Age, these simple programs enable us to continuously connect …
A Brief History Of South Georgia
In the midst of the Atlantic Ocean lies an isolated island, with its mountainous landscape providing a port of call …
Interview With An Antarctic Snowshoeing Guide
Want to know more about one of our newest Antarctic activities, snowshoeing? We’ve had a chat with our onboard guide, …
How to get to Antarctica
Antarctica is the coldest, highest, driest (Antarctica is a desert!) and most remote continent on earth. Hidden beneath an enormous …
Antarctica Facts By The Numbers
Antarctica is a truly remarkable continent. While it is unlike any other landmass in the world, what is occurring in …
Antarctic Solo Expedition: Why Joining A Tour On Your Own Is A Great Idea
Travelling solo may seem like a daunting task, especially when you’re planning an expedition to Antarctica – not most people’s traditional …
Exploring The History And Future Of Antarctica With Dr Paul Willis
What makes a journey with AE Expeditions so unique is that you share your experience with our on-board team of …
How Many Species Of Whale Are There In Antarctica?
The giants of the ocean, whales are an exceptional species of mammal capable of deep emotional and social connections with their …
AE Expeditions Passenger Wins Australian Antarctic Festival Photo Competition
AE Expeditions’ passenger, Peter Wood, has won the 2018 Australian Antarctic Festival Photography Competition in the People’s Choice category for …
Antarctic Tourism Talks In Chile
AE Expeditions has been a major contributor during important talks in Chile this month to discuss the country’s tourism development …
Best Insurance To Get For Your Antarctic Voyage
You’ve done it. You’ve finally booked that once-in-a-lifetime trip, and you’ve already started counting down the days until your departure. …
AE Expeditions’ Christmas Gift List
‘Tis the season of giving! And to help you find the perfect gift for your loved ones this season we’ve …
Rise In Solo Expedition Travellers To Antarctica
AE Expeditions have noted a rise in the number of solo travellers making the trip of a lifetime to Antarctica. …
AE Expeditions In The News
AE Expeditions wanted to share a piece of Antarctica with everybody, so we sent Louise Evans on a trip to …