Tag: International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO)

Saturday, September 30th 2023 - 08:34 UTC
IAATO includes geo-fenced protection areas for whales in its Antarctica guidelines

The 2023/24 Antarctica season will see 17 new trial site guidelines including special areas so as to protect whales, according to the latest initiatives by IAATO, reports Sea Trade Cruise News.
Tuesday, May 3rd 2022 - 08:59 UTC
IAATO appoints Tudor Morgan as chair of the organization

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has appointed Executive Committee member Tudor Morgan to its leading role. Tudor, VP Government and Industry relations at IAATO member operator Hurtigruten Expeditions, takes the reins from Robyn Woodhead, who steps down after five years on the EC, the last one as chair.
Thursday, August 19th 2021 - 05:29 UTC
Antarctic Ambassadorship Day Announced on 30th Anniversary of International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has announced the launch of a global Antarctic Ambassadorship Day to be held for the first time in April 2022.
Wednesday, November 6th 2019 - 12:50 UTC
IAATO has suspended One Ocean Expeditions; Falklands' call of “Resolute” cruise cancelled

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has essentially suspended One Ocean Expeditions’ (OOE) membership in the group, according to a statement sent to members and obtained by Cruise Industry News. One Ocean’s future continues to raise a question mark as departures are cancelled and the RCGS Resolute continues to sit in Buenos Aires.
Wednesday, October 9th 2019 - 09:50 UTC
Ushuaia anticipates an exceptional cruise season with 431 calls

Ushuaia, extreme south of Argentina and the hub which handles most Antarctica bound cruises are expecting an exceptional 2019/20 season with some 431 calls, up from the 392 of the previous season, according to provincial port authorities.
Tuesday, September 24th 2019 - 08:22 UTC
Polar expedition experts meet for international Field Guide Conference

Polar field guides are descending on Sturbridge, Massachusetts for the third bi-annual International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) and the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) joint Polar Field Staff Conference.
Thursday, June 6th 2019 - 07:00 UTC
Busiest day of the year for Antarctic Tour Operators as IAATO Ship Scheduler opens

The Antarctic travel season may still be months away, but responsible Antarctic tour operators from across the globe experienced their busiest day of the year on Tuesday, June 5, as the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators’ (IAATO) Ship Scheduler opens.
Friday, May 3rd 2019 - 21:19 UTC
IAATO: New Measures to Manage Growth

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) closed its annual meeting in Cape Town with multiple new measures in support of its mission for safe, environmentally responsible Antarctic travel, according to a statement.
Thursday, November 1st 2018 - 08:18 UTC
IAATO working on new online platform to promote conservation among tourists

An organization that promotes responsible tourism in Antarctica is embarking on its own digital adventure after partnering with Leeds agency Elementary Digital. The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) represents more than 100 Antarctic tour operators who are committed to minimizing the impact of travel to this remote and vulnerable region.
Sunday, May 13th 2018 - 13:43 UTC
Falklands attended the IAATO annual conference in United States

Falkland Islands tourism ambassadors Steph Middleton and Carli Sudder are returning from the United States after attending this year’s International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators (IAATO) conference in Newport, Rhode Island. Steph Middleton is Executive Director of the Falkland Islands Tourist Board, while Carl Sudder is Tourism Coordinator at Sulivan Shipping and Chair of the Falklands Travel Association.