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North Pole Dreaming: Journey to the Top of the World

Standing at the North Pole is a dream only a handful of travelers fulfill. Quark Expeditions has been bringing world-travelers to the North Pole for nearly 30 years – longer than anybody else.

Marine Superstitions, Time-Honoured Ship-Building Rituals and the Magic of the Steel-Cutting Ceremony

Learn about marine superstitions that have stood the test of time, fascinating ship-building rituals and secrets of the steel-cutting ritual.

Northern Light: The Celestial Wonders of Greenland

Greenland by Kayak: An Immersive Wilderness Experience

Meeting Greenland: How Inuit Culture Brings the Land to Life

Following Greenland’s Explorers: Discovery, Connectedness, and the Polar Community

Greenland’s Vivid Landscapes: Raw, Undiscovered, and Unexpected

Endeavour, Endeavour the 6th of November

Can I Travel to Antarctica?

Yes, you can go to Antarctica. Despite its remoteness, Antarctica is very accessible to adventurous travelers from all over the world during its spring and summer seasons.

Safari Guide to Polar Guide: My Training at Quark Academy

A recent Quark Academy trainee shares her personal experience about this industry-leading polar guide training program.

Season Highlights from Antarctica: Powerful Experiences in a Powerful Place

A review of our favorite moments from this past Antarctic season.

Family Bonding At 74° North: The Trip That Always Stands Out

Quark Expeditions President Andrew White shares his personal family bonding experience at Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge.

Quark Expeditions Returns Scientists to Nearly Inaccessible Danger Islands to Gather Research about Adélie Penguin “Supercolony”

Quark Expeditions provided the transportation and logistical support in February 2018 for scientists to make their first return trip to study the Danger Islands penguin “supercolony”.

A Northwest Passage Legend: Knud Rasmussen and his Fifth Thule Expedition

Follow in the footsteps of Knud Rasmussen to experience the history and wilderness of the Northwest Passage first-hand.

Following Legends: The Unique Experience of Traveling in Roald Amundsen's Footsteps

Follow in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on an Arctic expedition through the famous Northwest Passage, the icy sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

This International Women’s Day, Celebrate Trailblazing Female Polar Explorers Past & Present

Just a century ago, it was unthinkable that a woman might set foot on Antarctica. Today we celebrate the trailblazing women who paved the way for generations of female polar explorers.

Reignite Your Wanderlust in 7 Ways with a Soul-Satisfying Spitsbergen Expedition

Looking for an awe-inspiring, unexpected adventure to rekindle your wanderlust and truly make the most of your vacation time? Discover Spitsbergen, a soul-satisfying Arctic expedition destination.

9 Rare and Exceptional Arctic Repositioning Cruise Experiences, from Scotland to Svalbard

Explore the exceptional sights and sounds of the North Atlantic on a repositioning cruise from Scotland’s bustling “Granite City’ to Fair Isle, the Faroes, Jan Mayen and Spitsbergen.

Modern-day Expedition Travel: Exploring the Legendary Northwest Passage

Transit the fabled Northwest Passage shipping route from Europe to Asia, exploring its fascinating lore and history, vast wilderness, and authentic high Arctic communities along the way.