Tag: International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO)

• Saturday, January 11th 2014 - 07:48 UTC

  Russian vessel incident triggers debate on Antarctica growing tourist industry

  

  The challenging rescue operation launched after a Russian ship became trapped in Antarctic pack ice in December shows the inherent risks facing the frozen continent's burgeoning tourist industry, experts say. Antarctica represents one of the last frontiers for adventurous travelers, an icy wonderland of glaciers, emperor penguins and seemingly endless white expanses.

• Friday, May 17th 2013 - 00:19 UTC

  IAATO Search and Rescue workshop in Punta Arenas underlines importance of good communications

  

  The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) and the Chilean Marine Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) provided on Thursday details on a joint Search and Rescue Workshop conducted last month in Punta Arenas, Chile.

• Wednesday, May 8th 2013 - 21:52 UTC

  IATTO expects Antarctic tourism to grow 3% next 2013/14 season

  

  A new five-year Strategic Plan, an expanded Membership and committee structure, and a new yacht dockside observer program were among the items adopted at the 24th Annual Meeting of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), held April 22-24 in Punta Arenas, Chile.