For years, Antarctica - the “blue continent” at the bottom of the world - has topped my travel wish list.
With ten departures, and savings up to $8,200, these Antarctic cruise deals from Quark Expeditions, the leader in Polar adventures, might be just the ticket to getting there in 2012.
Save up to 40% on this 12-day Antarctic adventure that begins and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina. Like adventurers of old, the voyage crosses the Drake Passage to explore the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula and the mysterious South Shetland Islands. Passengers meet up with at least four different species of penguin, countless seals and “big ice” in all its Antarctic splendour.There’s also a full slate of adventure activities, including kayaking, camping, mountaineering and cross-country skiing. February 10-21, 2012, from $6,354 per person.
Quark Expeditions (888) 892 0334.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Experience the wonders of the Antarctic with Expedition Trips, specialists in small ship expedition cruises, while taking full advantage of the luxurious all-inclusive lifestyle afforded by the 132-passenger Prince Albert II, a purpose-built expedition ship designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both of earth’s polar regions. This voyage offers passengers uncompromising service including the most spacious suites and comfortable common areas of any expedition ship.
About Expedition Trips: With over 50 years experience, leading and planning expeditions worldwide, Expedition Trips offers exciting adventure travel and cruises on small-ship expeditions to Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Alaska and beyond. For more information, call toll-free (877) 412-8527 or visit www.ExpeditionTrips.com.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Visiting the “White Continent” aboard an Antarctica cruise is topping my Bucket List these days. This voyage with Lindblad Expeditions has it all: the impossible beauty of Antarctic ice, over 100,000 king penguins in South Georgia and the Falkland’s human history and amazing albatross colonies.
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Travelers who book by June 30 can receive up to $3,000 off on select 2010 departures. Plus, complimentary charter airfare (round-trip between Santiago & Ushuaia - a $750 value) is offered on select 2010 departures. Call 1-800-EXPEDITION or email to find out if there are special rates that you may take advantage of. Learn more>>
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".