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05/09/2026

On many of our voyages, we offer educational photography workshops, led by expert photography guides! Open to all guests, regardless of ability or gear, these sessions take place throughout the voyage, providing an opportunity to both hone your craft in polar conditions and take full advantage of particular locations, wildlife, and weather!

Everyone is welcome to take part in the workshops, with our guides ready to provide advice on all aspects of photography, whether you're using an iPhone or top-end camera equipment. Depending on your voyage, you may even have the chance to show off some of your shots taken during the trip!

While our guides are always happy to offer advice, with many being keen photographers, these specific photo workshops are only offered on certain voyages. You can check whether a photo workshop will be available for a departure by checking the included activities! We also run a unique photography special voyage at the start of each Antarctic season, with additional photography guides, and adapted itineraries!

See you on board 👉 https://ow.ly/HCnn50ZIO8k

04/09/2026

We're discounting select berths on our record-breaking Remote Weddell Sea Explorer voyage, set to return to the farthest corners of the Weddell Sea in February!

For two seasons running, this itinerary has set a new farthest-south record in Antarctica's Weddell Sea, encountering emperor penguins, whales, and seabirds in the hundreds of thousands along the way. Over 27 nights, you'll venture to the absolute edges of the navigable map, exploring the pack ice of the Weddell Sea, famous for its role in Antarctic exploration. From the far east of the Weddell Sea, you'll head back west, where the wildlife-filled shores of the Peninsula await.

Epic doesn't come close to describing this unique, industry-leading itinerary. With 20% off, this opportunity is simply one that any passionate polar explorer can't miss 👉 https://oceanwide-expeditions.com/antarctica/cruises/otl28-27-remote-weddell-sea-explorer-incl-helicopters?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-link&utm_campaign=OTL28-27-20%off&utm_term=Generic-&utm_content=trip-page-04092026

03/09/2026

It's hard to believe the past months have flown by so fast, but today marks only 50 days until the start of our 2026-2027 Antarctica season!

We can't wait to be back among the icebergs, pack ice, and iconic wildlife of the beautiful south, and we're kicking off our season with a very special and unique voyage! We've adapted one of our guest-favorite voyages, turning a Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica trip into a photography special, designed to maximize wildlife encounters, take advantage of light conditions, and elevate photography to the next level with sessions and unique landings led by specially selected photography guides!

Sound good? Limited spaces remain on this remarkable voyage, now discounted by up to 25%! Book your place today 👉 https://ow.ly/qRWh50ZI8yz

02/09/2026

Ready to turn dreams into reality?

We're all about immersion when it comes to Antarctica, and that starts with our authentic approach to expedition cruising! We chase adventure, and no two days are ever the same aboard our small, rugged vessels. Whether exploring the coastline of South Georgia, the pack ice of the Weddell Sea, or the penguin kingdoms of the Antarctic Peninsula, we let the polar world define our course, guided by ice, wildlife, and weather.

From hiking and snowshoeing to mountaineering, snorkeling, and even camping, there's no better way to explore Antarctica than with us. Unlike anything else in the industry, the Oceanwide Expeditions approach is built on education and exploration, with a deep appreciation for the thrill of discovery.

Sound good? Your place is waiting 👉 https://ow.ly/fMlL50ZHJ3F

02/09/2026

Guests had a beary good time in the pack ice of Svalbard last weekend!

This beautiful polar bear approached the vessel, getting a good look at everyone lining the decks in silence, watching the king of the Arctic from a respectful distance! Undeterred, the bear continued to approach the vessel, providing the remarkable chance to snap some once-in-a-lifetime shots from up close.

We take wildlife distancing seriously and follow all regulations and guidelines regarding safe distancing in Svalbard. In the pack ice, we never approach wildlife, and if encounters such as this occur, the ship is halted and remains stationary to minimize disruption to the animal.

PS: Sorry about the pun - we couldn't help ourselves.

📸 by Ali Liddle

01/09/2026

In 1908, Frederick Cook, a doctor, polar explorer, and man of much controversy, claimed to have become the first person to reach the North Pole, a claim heavily disputed and called into question by polar rivals and historians.

Setting out from Northern Greenland with two Inuit companions, Cook claimed to have made a treacherous journey over the ice, documenting it in a later memoir. His claim, however, followed a similarly controversial one, when he claimed to have been the first to summit Denali in 1906 - later found to almost certainly be false. Lambasted by his closest rival and former friend Robert Peary, Cook's reputation was irreparably damaged following later legal troubles.

But was his claim legitimate? And should Frederick Cook be remembered not as a likely charlatan, but as a polar legend, deserving of acclaim? Read our latest blog to find out 👉 https://ow.ly/FxYw50ZHEOB

📸 Frederick Cook Sitting at his Desk | Getty Images

01/09/2026

Hello from Skipperdal!

This spectacular area is renowned for its remarkable geological formations, with the carpet of color of the late-summer tundra merging perfectly into stripes of rock in patterns and shapes that tell the story of millennia.

During a recent long hike, guests were able to explore this area in detail, taking in the tiny trees that spread out across the rocky, frozen ground, and the tapestry of rock, water, ice, and snow that makes Greenland such a beautiful and unique setting for expedition adventures.

Our long hikes in Greenland take place towards the end of summer and throughout autumn, when the landscape transforms into a sea of yellow, brown, red, and ochre, ideal for landscape photography!

🎥 by Chloé Maréchal

31/08/2026

Reading through any list of legendary polar explorers reveals extraordinary tales of heroism, endurance, survival, luck, and prestige. For centuries, the polar world has drawn intrepid adventurers for various reasons - personal glory, imperial pride, and scientific endeavor.

While some polar expeditions ended in tragedy, others still ended in shame! Such was the case for Martin Frobisher, a 16th-century swashbuckling English privateer serving the English crown, who ventured into the modern-day Canadian Arctic in search of natural resources that would bring him fame and money.

However, a series of events would prove to Frobisher that not all that glitters is gold, and if one is not careful, the Arctic is quick to make a fool of those who take venturing there lightly. Read about the ill-fated exploits of Martin Frobisher 👉 https://ow.ly/8wpw50ZHkn7

31/08/2026

Winning images in the 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) have just been announced and while my image 'Oakum Boy' wasn't a winner in its category (Animals in Nature) I'm delighted that the judges selected it as one of the finalists.

In partnership with the South Australian Museum this annual competition celebrates the rich and ancient natural heritage of the Australasian bioregion – spanning Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea.

To see all of the wonderful winners and finalists in each category please use the link I've included in the comments.
I'm looking forward to seeing the prints exhibited at the SA Museum in Adelaide when I'm there in November.

This image is best viewed on the large screen of your computer rather than the small screen of your phone!

"Oakum Boy"
Animals in Nature category.

“Incongruously, a single king penguin chick stands atop a rock surrounded by adults in the world’s largest breeding colony of this species. ‘Oakum Boy’ is a historical nickname given by sailors because the chicks’ appearance reminded them of oakum, a pine-tar soaked flax fiber used to seal gaps in wooden ships.”

Saint Andrews Bay, South Georgia Island.

Canon EOS R5
Canon RF 100-500 f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM, 1/640, f/11, ISO 1600

Taken on a marketing assignment for Oceanwide Expeditions

31/08/2026

When you're operating in such remote regions, you can't pop to the store if you've forgotten milk or fancy switching up that evening's menu! Our vessel teams are extremely resourceful, and organizing fresh food and other supplies on board is a true art form!

Rembrandt van Rijn met up with Plancius over the weekend for a planned ship-to-ship resupply just offshore of Raffles Island in eastern Greenland, giving guests on both ships a glimpse of the hard work that goes into keeping their bellies full and hearts happy while on board!

While our vessel resupplies typically take place during docking, this one was planned in advance to allow Rembrandt to remain in the fjords of Greenland for longer without needing to return to resupply. As the smallest vessel in our fleet, Rembrandt's approach to taking on supplies differs slightly from that of our expedition motor vessels!

📸 by Christophe Colaris and Marleen Van Moorsel

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