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World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line 2022
It is with great delight that we announce we have been nominated for World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line at the second annual World Cruise A
PLA07-22, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Many of the guest arrived at Longyearbyen on the day of embarkation. Throughout the morning the wind started to pick up but regardless of th
OTL07-22, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice - Birding
The pull of the Arctic; its varied landscapes, history, the fascination of ice, flora and fauna plagued by a harsh climate, the anticipation
PLA06-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of Polar Bear & Pack Ice
Many of the guest arrived at Longyearbyen on the day of embarkation. The morning started with drizzle and thick fog. We must wait for our re
OTL06-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen - Basecamp, Free kayaking, hiking, photo worksh
The Ortelius lays at the old Coal pier close to the airport. The Expedition Team is spread out at several locations throughout town to await
HDS05-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen - Bowhead Whales & Polar Bears in the sea ice –
The Expedition Team were on standby for 5:45 am, zodiacs were lowered, and the staff made their way to meet and greet guests whilst Hondius
PLA05-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of Polar Bear & Pack Ice
Once on board the evening went by quickly as we were busy with familiarisations, safety briefings, cocktails with Captain Torry Sakkariassen
OTL05-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen - Basecamp - Summer Solstice, Free kayaking, hi
After a long-awaited departure (a few years for some of us) we finally land in Longyearbyen, the largest settlement in the Arctic Archipelag
HDS04-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of Polar Bear & Pack Ice Summer Sols
After a wonderful buffet dinner prepared by the galley staff it was time for the third and final briefing of the evening, a video presentati
PLA04-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of Polar Bear & Pack Ice Summer Sols
Once on board the evening went by quickly as we were busy with familiarisations, safety briefings, cocktails with Captain Torry Sakkariassen
HDS03-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of Polar Bear & Pack Ice Arc of Meri
With guests and their luggage happily aboard Expedition Leader (EL) Eduardo, and Chief Officer Matei commenced the mandatory ship safety bri
Trip log, OTL04-22, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear and pack ice
After long flights we arrive finally on the archipelago of Svalbard. Longyearbyen, the biggest settlement is located on the biggest island c
Trip log, PLA03-22, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear and pack ice
The guests arrive in the late afternoon and when everyone has unpacked and settled it is time for the very important safety drill and rescue
Oceanwide participates in fourth annual Cleanup for Sarah
During Cleanup for Sarah, we encourage our staff and followers on social media to join us in removing litter from nature areas. These effort
Book Recommendations for Your Polar Cruise
We’ve reached out to our followers on social media, most of whom are former (or future) passengers, to find out what polar-related books the
HDS02-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen In search of the Polar Bear & Pack Ice - Birdin
What a beautiful day to begin our Arctic adventure; cloudless blue sky, bright sunshine and calm waters. Perfect! The Expedition Team lifted
HDS01-22, trip log, North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring - Hiking Special
We awoke to our first full day on board to enjoy a leisurely breakfast and an even more leisurely cruise down the fjord to the Lilliehöökbre
HDSX22, trip log, Arctic Ocean Expedition, Aberdeen - Fair Isle - Jan Mayen - Ice edg
A great start to our trip: the sun was shining; guests were smiling and Oceanwide Expeditions staff were thrilled to be welcoming the eager
Hondius begins her Arctic season, with other ships to follow
Oceanwide’s Polar Class 6 vessel Hondius set sail from her homeport Vlissingen in the Netherlands on Sunday, delivering passengers to her fi
IAATO Celebrates Inaugural Antarctic Ambassadorship Day
As much as we love Antarctica, we love taking our guests there even more. And one of the things we love most about that is seeing their eyes
Weddell Sea, Shackleton’s Endurance, and New Swabia
Our Antarctica 2023-24 cruise program is filled with fantastic expeditions, not least of which is a new itinerary that tours key locations o
Oceanwide Expeditions Continues Charity Donations Based on Passenger Reviews
Some years ago, we made an offer to our former passengers: For every review they left on our website, we would donate €5 to a charity of the
