Antarctica Cruise Watch-Outs. 8 Things Brochures Don't Warn You About
Discover 8 important watch-outs and things you need to know about doing a cruise to Antarctica. It is on many traveller’s bucket lists, and it is a magnificent experience. However, there are at least 8 things that the brochures and websites encouraging and advertising Antartica cruises do not always talk about or make clear to potential cruisers. I share the 8 things that I think you really need to know about Antarctica cruising. It is a very costly travel experience and before you spend at least $10,000 per traveller to go you need to know these
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I Had No Idea “Expedition” Cruising Would Be Like This
Before going on the expedition cruise to Antarctica I am just back from, I rather naively thought that an expedition cruise was basically a regular cruise that went to more remote destinations. I was wrong. And here is why and what would have been good to have known.
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00:24 The Obvious
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We first board at the Gangway on deck 4 before heading to the grand Atrium, Reception, Nansen Science Center and Shop. We grab a bite to eat at Aune and Fredheim then head to the first and second Observation Decks. Next on our exploration is the Gym and Wellness spa, as well as my Expedition Suite. We also dine at Lindstrom then check out the Explorer Lounge & Bar, Sauna, Pool Bar, Pool Deck and Outdoor Gym and Running Track.
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5 Worst Things About An Antarctica Trip. Should They Stop You Going?
What is the worst things about going on a cruise to Antarctica? Discover the 5 most important issues and challenges you will face and experience if you want to do an Antarctica cruise. And find out if these should make you reconsider visiting Antarctica. Also watch my 5 Best Things About An Antarctica Cruise video:
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Antarctica 20 Year Anniversary Webinar
We’re celebrating 20 years since our first expedition cruise to Antarctica with a special one-off webinar hosted by two polar pioneers. Watch our very own explorers John Chardine and Tudor Morgan as they swap travellers' tales and discuss the past, present and future of the White Continent.
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Hurtigruten Cruise Review
This Hurtigruten Cruise Review looks at the cruise line that is known to be a true explorers cruising experience. We review the brand and all their cruise ships that give you the chance to get an adventure.
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If you’re looking for somewhere comfortable to lay your head after a day of exploring quaint villages, fascinating towns and towering mountainous landscapes then this is perfect for you. Apart from summertime departures with an occasional musical group aboard, there is no scheduled entertainment.
Yes the Arctic Circle crossing ceremony can be a rousing show for those chosen by King Neptune as victims and others watching but in Hurtigruten's own words, Mother Nature provides the entertainment, and interaction with fellow travelers and spectacular scenery are the main draws. Hurtigruten really maximise this connection to destinations you visit through an extensive program of tours, some geared to the seasons, include city walking tours, museum and church visits, birding, dog sledding, kayaking, Lapland (Sami) cultural tours, and half-day trips to the North Cape.
None of the ships are the huge tower blocks mainstream lines rely on. They all look like ships and carry between 300-1000 passengers. They all have comfortable cabins ranging from insides through to expedition suites and all the ships feature an a la carte restaurant and at least one additional café. It’s also worth noting that all 11 coastal ships offer a full 3 course vegan menu.
You find Jacuzzis on pretty much all of the ships and in fact on the Finnmarken you’ll even find a swimming pool on deck, although you’re a braver man than me if you decide to use it in some of climates you’re travelling to. You’ll normally find a ships library, a bar, fitness room on most of the ships.
Children’s facilities are slightly limited on some of the older tonnage, however this is starting to change with the introduction of the Young Explorers Programme. The new programme tailor-made for younger guests, is on the Finnmarken year round and is available on the Trollfjord during school holidays. The programme is aimed at children aged 7 to 13 and is designed to entertain and inspire the next generation of explorers. The children can take part in daily activities, environmental actions and excursions such as beach clean-ups. All of the activities will are offered in English and Scandinavian languages and if there’s space then the parents can join in with their kids too.
Hurtigruten also have some new ships on order. The first of which is the MS Roald Amundsen which is due for launch in July of 2018 and is going to be one of two new hybrid powered expedition ships. The new hybrid powered engines and advanced hull construction are said to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by 20 percent but also allow for almost silent sailing, perfect for not scaring off local wildlife.
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Changing the world of expedition travel: MS Roald Amundsen
Right now, Hurtigruten is changing the world of expedition travel - forever. We are building safer, greener and more advanced expedition ships than ever created.
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Sailing on a modern-day cruise ship may be a long way from the perilous polar expeditions of 19th- and 20th-century Norwegian explorers—but when you cruise with Hurtigruten, those adventures don’t seem so far away.
This expedition company based in Norway isn’t your typical cruise line. Onboard, the vibe is more about casual dress and learning about wildlife than evening wear and hairy-chest contests. Hurtigruten sailings draw adventurous travelers seeking to explore remote places like Greenland, Antarctica, and the far reaches of Norway.
Intrigued? Here’s how to decide whether Hurtigruten cruises are right for you.
Hurtigruten Has a Long, Adventurous History
Now celebrating its 125th anniversary, Hurtigruten was founded in 1893 as a solution to a problem. Back then it was difficult and time-consuming to travel by sea between northern and southern Norway; because there were relatively few lighthouses, nighttime sailing was dangerous. But Richard With, a sea captain from northern Norway, was adventurous enough to take the risk.
In 1893 his steamer, DS Vesteraalen, began weekly sailings between Trondheim and Hammerfest and, later, between Bergen and Kirkenes. The latter route took just seven days and was dubbed hurtigruten, or “the fast route.”
A few years later, With pioneered a regular service between mainland Norway and the remote northern islands of Svalbard. Since then, Hurtigruten has expanded its operations to exotic destinations around the globe.
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Hurtigruten Sails to Norway, the Poles, and Beyond
For many years the company’s North American name was “Norwegian Coastal Voyage,” and this route is still the one for which Hurtigruten is best known. Eleven ships explore the fjords and islands between Bergen and Kirkenes year-round, allowing travelers to enjoy the midnight sun of the Arctic summer or the northern lights that wash over the winter sky. You can book a one-way journey or stay aboard for the entire 12-day round trip from Bergen.
What makes this voyage unique is that Hurtigruten’s Norwegian coastal ships also serve as ferries for locals (some of whom only stay on for a few hours) and as cargo delivery vessels. This means they make frequent—and sometimes very brief—stops, but you’ll still have time to explore the larger ports along the route.
A few of Hurtigruten’s expedition ships travel more widely, offering cruises to Antarctica and to various parts of the Arctic including Greenland, Svalbard, Iceland, and the Northwest Passage. During the shoulder seasons (spring and fall), you can explore non-polar destinations such as Europe and the eastern coast of North and South America.
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The Ships Aren’t Large
If the thought of cruising with thousands of other passengers makes you want to run and hide, the modest size of Hurtigruten cruise ships might offer a better fit. No ship carries more than 970 passengers, with most having a capacity of 400 to 600. MS Fram, the line’s main expedition ship, carries 318 passengers, and Nordstjernen, which sails in Svalbard, holds just 149.
These vessels have a more intimate feel than bigger ships from lines like Carnival or Royal Caribbean, but keep in mind that this also means fewer amenities. On Hurtigruten ships you’ll only have one to three restaurants to choose from, and onboard entertainment is limited, with no casinos or production shows. If you’re content to read a book, soak up the passing scenery, and attend lectures about the local culture and wildlife, these ships might be right for you.
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Sailings Can Be Unpredictable
Cruise ships are always at the mercy of waves and weather, but that goes double for expedition sailings in remote parts of the world. A few years ago, I was aboard Hurtigruten’s MS Fram on a trip from Iceland to Greenland, and we missed two scheduled port days due to heavy fog and ice.
“We always have a plan B, C, D, E, and F,” a member of MS Fram’s expedition team told me on a more recent sailing. This means you shouldn’t have your heart set on visiting a particular port—but you can count on the captain and the expedition team to make necessary changes to maintain passenger safety and comfort.
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The Cuisine Reflects Norwegian Heritage
If you’ve ever wanted to eat like a Norwegian for a week or two, this is your chance. Even on non-Norwegian sailings, items like brown cheese and gravlax (cured salmon) are regular items on the buffet, and other Scandinavian dishes—reindeer soup, anyone?—often show up on the set dinner menus.
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HX: Change the way you see the world
We're excited to reveal the new name for Hurtigruten Expeditions - going forward we will be known as HX! This new name, a very clear nod to our Hurtigruten heritage and expertise in exploration, will roll out from this December with our new logo and global brand identity.
While the name and logo might be new, we remain the leader of expedition cruising and HX will continue to provide its guests with the same immersive small-ship experience deeply rooted in exploration with scientific research, expert-led lectures, and community advocacy at the heart of the experience.
HX offers more itinerary options to Antarctica, the Galápagos Islands, Greenland, Svalbard, and the West African coast than any other expedition cruise company while also offering Alaska, Iceland, Canada’s Northwest Passage, the British Isles, and many other exciting destinations. The most sustainable fleet in the industry, HX’s vessels include MS Roald Amundsen, the world’s first-ever battery-hybrid-powered ship, and its sister ship, MS Fridtjof Nansen.
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Insider Video: Why Hurtigruten Expeditions Is Changing Its Name to HX
Daniel Skjeldam, CEO of Hurtigruten Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about why his expedition cruise line is changing its name from Hurtigruten Expeditions to just HX. At the same time Hurtigruten Norway, the line’s Norwegian coastal voyages unit, will become just Hurtigruten, the name its long been known as in Europe (see related story in this issue of Insider Travel Report). For more information, visit
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Taking Sustainability Seriously
Throughout our 130 years of operation as a Norwegian cruise line we have witnessed with our own eyes the impact of climate change on vulnerable polar areas. We want the Arctic, Antarctica, and everywhere in between to remain places of pristine nature, pure water and clean air.
That's why we put sustainability at the heart of who we are and what we do. From the beautiful natural world to the remote communities who thrive within it, we want to ensure our expedition cruises protect them both.
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Hurtigruten is an exploration company in the truest sense of the word; our mission is to bring adventures to explore remote natural beauty. Our experience in the field is unparalleled, and we draw on our unique heritage to guide our fleet of advanced expedition ships to unforgettable wilderness experiences in some of the most spectacular places on Earth. All while respecting local culture, wildlife and customs, education our guests and creating ambassadors for every destination. We visit Antarctica, Alaska, Canada & Northwest Passage, Greenland, Iceland, Norway and Svalbard.
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Learn about the archipelago that changed our understanding of evolution and the natural world on a Galápagos Islands cruise. Explore islands forged by volcanic activity, get up close to the famed giant tortoises and marvel at wildlife such as the unique marine iguana and the magnificent Waved Albatross.
Alongside our partners Metropolitan Touring we offer you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover this unique island ecosystem and explore Galápagos like never before.
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Hurtigruten Coastal Cruises - Sneak Preview | YouTube | 50 Degrees North
Discover The Norwegian Coast Like A Local. Sneak peak at this experience of a lifetime.
50 Degrees North, a Nordic specialist tour operator and wholesaler, has a global partnership with Hurtigruten. We offer all of Hurtigruten's magnificent voyages along the long and rugged Norwegian coast as well as Hurtigruten's entire range of Expedition voyages to the Polar Regions.
There are many reasons why 50 Degrees North is the ideal travel company for booking Hurtigruten voyages. We have been selling Hurtigruten products for close to a decade and have personally travelled on their ships; we have live availability information, best rates available, and can provide instant booking confirmations; and we have unparalleled expertise of the Nordics, the High Arctic and now also Antarctica.
Furthermore, 50 Degrees North and Hurtigruten share the ethos of being a leader in sustainable and low impact tourism, and we are very excited about the way that Hurtigruten is transforming cruise travel as we know it. Indeed, Hurtigruten is leading a green revolution in sea travel through their introduction of three new hybrid exploration ships – starting in 2019 with MS Roald Amundsen – which will significantly reduce their emissions. The company is also leading the way in environmentally friendly travel through their ban of single-use plastic, recycling all waste, and daily food deliveries from local suppliers. They raise awareness of environmental conservation through on-board lectures and participate in local organizations, such as the Clean Up Svalbard eco-initiative that aims to keep Svalbard’s environment as clean as possible.
Step on-board and discover unique arctic wildlife, enchanting coastal villages, the elusive Northern Lights and some of the most remote and unusual destinations in the entire world!
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Insider Video: What Hurtigruten Expeditions Has in Store for the New Year
Asta Lassesen, CEO of Hurtigruten Expeditions, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her cruise line, which just may be the first expedition-focused line in the business today, having been formed in Norway. Lassesen talks about the ships, the itineraries and what’s new for 2023. For more information, visit
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