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Mawson’s Australian Antarctic Expedition 100th Anniversary

Douglas Mawson Antarctic Explorer. If you ever take a trip to Antarctica I highly recommend you read the story of Douglas Mawson’s expedition to discover Antarctica – Home of the Blizzard. It is an amazing story of will and survival … Continue reading

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Antarctic Tour, Cruise and Voyage Guide Pt1

Preparing for your Antarctic Cruise, Voyage or Tour I know when I went to Antarctica I prepared before going a “Must Do List”. This is a reminder list or goal setting list of the thing you want to achieve while … Continue reading

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Aurora Australis Southern Lights in Antarctica

Antarctic Sky Light Show If and when you take your cruise or voyage to Antarctica or Sub Antarctica you will most likely come across a spectacular natural sky light show. The Southern Auroras or Aurora Australis are a spectacular exhibit … Continue reading

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The Sub Antarctic Chinstrap Penguin

Chinstrap Penguins (Pygoscelis Antarcticus) mainly inhabit islands of the Scotia Arc, concentrating in vast colonies on the coast of the South Orkneys, South Shetlands and South Sandwich Islands. Chinstraps have blue-black backs with white cheeks and underparts. A thin black … Continue reading

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Antarctic Cruise Essential Checklist

So you’re going to Antarctica on a real adventure cruise, the last thing you would want to do is leave something behind or not be suitably prepared with regards to clothing and equipment. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend … Continue reading

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Wildlife in Antarctica

Antarctic Wildlife Unique The wildlife in Antarctica is unique. It has adapted to a very hostile climate but like all wildlife it has found its niche on the planet. Antarctic wildlife consists mainly of a series of groups of species. … Continue reading

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Japanese Whaling Ships in Antarctica

Japanese having a Whale of a Time If and when you visit Antarctica you might have the displeasure of coming across the Japanese whaling fleet along the way. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit … Continue reading

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Swimming With the Penguins in Antarctica

Get Great Photos of Penguins in Sub Antarctica Caution – If you are planning a trip to Sub Antarctica and want to swim (or plank) with the penguins, beware of the Killer Whales! – In the water you will look … Continue reading

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Antarctica

Antarctica – Facts, Figures, Insights Antarctica is described as the “last great wilderness on earth”. Anyone with a sense of adventure and an active imagination can’t fail to be mesmerised by this enchanting massive largely unspoilt seventh continent. Bookmark on … Continue reading

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Midwinter Solstice in Antarctica

Midwinter Madness a Big Celebration in Antarctica Midwinter or Winter Solstice in Antarctica would have to be the most celebrated event of the year. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet … Continue reading

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