Arctic
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So you wanna go on a polar expedition? First thing you need to know is that it will change your life.
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Why Greenland might just be the next big destination for adventurers
by Joshua Ostroff March 19, 2019While Iceland attracts over two million tourists a year, Greenland only sees about 33,000, making it one of the planet’s least visited places.
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The most important trait you need on a trip to the Arctic: Flexibility
by Joshua Ostroff January 16, 2019The scouts spotted a polar bear, so plans changed. And not for the first time today.
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An icy encounter: meeting a polar bear in the Arctic
by Justin Meneguzzi January 14, 2019Pounding heart in my throat, I raced up the stairs two at a time with my camera clutched to my chest, and burst onto the deck to find every soul onboard (even the chefs) braced against the railing. At first I thought it was a joke. There was nothing. But those with high-grade telescopic lenses could see the bear, and he was moving.
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For all its natural beauty, the Arctic and Antarctica present a unique challenge to photographers shooting in extreme temperatures and inclement weather.
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While we often associate polar adventures with rugged explorers, frostbite and questionable food, the truth is that an Arctic expedition doesn’t mean roughing it.
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As one of the last untouched stretches of wilderness, the Arctic is an exciting (and challenging) setting for a polar expedition. You’ve got incredible wildlife and mountain vistas, but also biting winds, snow and icy conditions. So, what are you going to wear??
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The true north uncovered: Visiting the Canadian Arctic, as a Canadian
by Joshua Ostroff December 4, 2018In all my travels I’d never made it to the north of my own country, and, well, my 17-day trip wasn’t long enough.
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There are many similarities between the Arctic and Antarctica, but there are plenty of differences too. So, let’s find out which polar region is right for you!