Antarctica

Tuesday, November 9th 2021 - 08:44 UTC
Antarctica cruise season 2021/22 launched in Ushuaia with National Geographic vessels

Argentine Minister of Tourism Matias Lammens and Tierra del Fuego governor Gustavo Melella officially opened the 2021/22 cruise season this Monday, in Ushuaia, with the arrival of “National Geographic Endurance”, which tomorrow leaves for Antarctica.
Thursday, November 4th 2021 - 09:42 UTC
Ice Patrol HMS Protector sailing to Falklands and Antarctica; she called at St Helena and Rio

The Royal Navy's ice patrol ship HMS Protector on her trip to the Falkland Islands and Antarctica sailed past an old work colleague during a fuel stop in Rio de Janeiro earlier this week.
Wednesday, November 3rd 2021 - 09:20 UTC
“Le Commandant Charcot” reopens Antarctic cruise season from Punta Arenas

On Sunday Punta Arenas in the extreme south of Chile saw the departure of the first cruise vessel to Antarctica under strict sanitary and safety conditions. The first Antarctic cruise since the start of the pandemic was implemented by what local authorities denominate the sanitary “green bubble”.
Monday, November 1st 2021 - 09:31 UTC
Antarctica and the “Glasgow Glacier”, a symbol of why COP26 must deliver

While the world gathers in Glasgow over the next fortnight to make progress on tackling climate change, 10,000 miles away the city’s namesake will provide a stark reminder of why urgent action is needed.
Monday, November 1st 2021 - 09:17 UTC
Ushuaia announces four calls from Norwegian Star beginning January

The Ushuaia port authorities have announced that the Norwegian Star will be calling four times in the capital of the extreme south Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego this 2021/22 cruise season.
Saturday, October 30th 2021 - 08:51 UTC
Argentina lifts capacity ban ahead of a football match against Brazil

Argentine authorities have lifted all capacity restrictions on outdoor events as of Nov. 16, Health Minister Carla Vizzotti announced Friday. It is also the day Argentina's national football team is to clash with Brazil in a World Cup qualifier.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 14:04 UTC
BAS and WWF invite the public to work on a “Walrus from Space” census

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and WWF are seeking the public’s help to search for walrus in thousands of satellite images taken from space, with the aim of learning more about how walrus will be impacted by the climate crisis. It’s hoped half a million people worldwide will join the new “Walrus from Space” research project, a census of Atlantic walrus and walrus from the Laptev Sea, using satellite images provided by space and intelligence company Maxar Technologies’ DigitalGlobe.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 09:43 UTC
Crystal Endeavour scheduled to visit Falklands 21 December and 16 January

Crystal Expedition Cruises will provide included round-trip chartered flights non stop between Miami and Ushuaia, Argentina, as well as hotel nights in both cities for Crystal Endeavor’s inaugural Antarctica program.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 09:22 UTC
Ice Worlds Festival of Polar Science at Greenwich, London

On the eve of the UN COP26 climate talks in Glasgow, Scotland, the British Antarctic Survey is partnering with Royal Museums Greenwich a festival that is guaranteed to enthrall and inspire. Discover why Antarctica and the Arctic matter to all of us, experience a live virtual tour of the RRS Sir David Attenborough, enjoy a great day out for all the family. In London or online enjoy a dazzling showcase of polar environmental science, engineering and technology.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 08:33 UTC
“Polar Preet” and her Antarctic challenge, “I really hope I can inspire people”

British Army officer Captain Harpreet Chandi is preparing to become the first woman of colour to cross Antarctica unsupported. The physio-therapist from 3 Medical Regiment, who is being sponsored by the British Forces Broadcasting System, BFBS, will be completely on her own during the challenge which is set to last 45 days.