Meet Scientist in Residence Anni Djurhuus Polar researchers and scientists with all types of specialities work across the Arctic and Antarctic regions to learn more about these unique areas… 2 min read Read Post
Meet Scientist in Residence Dr. Sandra Nogué Across the Arctic and Antarctica, researchers are working diligently to learn more about polar species, climates, geology and more, in an effort to… 3 min read Read Post
Meet Quark Expeditions Polar Travel Adviser Paul Schuster When you book a small ship expedition with Quark Expeditions, your first contact is almost certainly going to be with one of our many Polar Travel… 2 min read Read Post
Simon's Final Expedition of the Antarctic season Quark Expeditions' team member Simon Bottomley shares his diary reflections on his Antarctic season aboard the Ocean Diamond. 3 min read Read Post
It’s Worth the Climb: Antarctic Mountaineering with Guide Jean Cane What’s more unique than journeying to the bottom of the world? Climbing to the top when you get there! 1 min read Read Post
The Rookie Returns: The Diary of a Returning Quark Expedition Guide Written by Quark Expedition Team Member Malcolm Ellis It’s good to be back! In March 2013 I bid a sad farewell to Antarctica, the Ocean Diamond and… 10 min read Read Post
Quark’s Scientists in Residence Program Embarking on a polar expedition with Quark is as much fun as any other vacation. And, it can also be a fascinating, enriching learning experience. 2 min read Read Post
Letters From Antarctica-Diary from a Polar Expedition-part 4 The conclusion to our "Letters from Antarctica" series. Quark expedition team member Simon Bottomley shares his daily diary reflections from the… 4 min read Read Post
Letters From Antarctica-Diary from a Polar Expedition-part 3 Our "Letters from Antarctica" series continues with part 3! Read to discover what day-to-day adventures you can expect from your Antarctic vacation… 6 min read Read Post
Letters From Antarctica-Diary from a Polar Expedition-part 2 Ever wonder what it’s like to join an Antarctic Expedition? In part 2 of our "Letters from Antarctica" series, Quark expedition team member Simon… 3 min read Read Post
Letters From Antarctica – Diary from a Polar Expedition part 1 Ever wonder what it’s like to join an Antarctic Expedition? In this 4 part series, Quark expedition team member Simon Bottomley shares his daily… 2 min read Read Post
Tales from a Polar Expedition: That time a Weddell seal stood guard all night A polar guide recalls surprising wildlife moments from an unforgettable Antarctic voyage 7 min read Read Post
I left my heart in Uummannaq: Greenland with Acacia Johnson A polar expedition guide shares her experience visiting the tiny community of Uummannaq, North Greenland, where traditional Arctic foods, the whaling… 2 min read Read Post
Dreaming in Disko Bay I was out on deck early the morning we entered Disko Bay. Fog surrounded the ship, hazy blue-grey into infinity, light rain and calm seas. As I… 1 min read Read Post
A Leap of Faith: The Murres of Cape Walstenholme Written by Acacia Johnson After sailing east from Churchill, the Sea Explorer was promptly met with a gale warning. High winds, swell, and poor… 2 min read Read Post
A Monumental Experience: Bears, Bergs, and Brilliant Weather By Acacia Johnson Having spent a day crossing Davis Strait from the foggy, ice-filled wonderland that was Greenland, it was with much anticipation… 2 min read Read Post
Sunshine in Sisimiut Written by Acacia Johnson Early morning on the Sea Explorer dawned calm and hazy, the low sun sparkling off the sea in a golden haze. In the distance… 2 min read Read Post
Antarctic Explorer Update from David "Woody" Wood Feature photo: Ushuaia. Photo courtesy of Bei Maarten. Quark Expedition Leader David "Woody" Wood is aboard the Ocean Diamond, leading the Antarctic… 3 min read Read Post
Voyage update from David "Woody" Wood: Lemaire, Ice fields, Neko Harbour & Polar plunge Feature photo courtesy of Marie & Dave Lincoln Quark Expedition Leader David “Woody” Wood is aboard the Ocean Diamond, traveling on Quark’s… 3 min read Read Post
Voyage update from David “Woody” Wood Feature photo courtesy of Rachel & Barry Chapman Quark Expedition Leader David "Woody" Wood is currently aboard the Ocean Diamond, traveling on… 5 min read Read Post
A day in the Falklands aboard Ocean Diamond: voyage update from David "Woody" Wood We had a great day today with our first day of excursions in the West Falkland area! First landing: Our morning started early at 06:30 when we… 3 min read Read Post
Ushuaia: Meet the Quark Ground Team! The Quark Ground Team (stationed in Ushuaia, Argentina) is an invaluable extension of both the Quark onboard expeditions team as well as the head… 1 min read Read Post
Part 2: Greenland Explorer update from Expedition Leader Alex McNeil The second update installment from Alex McNeil, Quark Expedition Leader on the Greenland Explorer. Our time amongst the Viking spirits was over we… 2 min read Read Post
Part 1: Greenland Explorer update from Expedition Leader Alex McNeil An insightful update from Alex McNeil, who is Quark's Expedition Leader on the Greenland Explorer. Alex has a strong passion for the polar regions,… 6 min read Read Post