The Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) & South Georgia
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Read BlogChasing Shackleton: Chasing Polar Dreams
In 2013, explorer Tim Jarvis and crew recreated Shackleton’s 1916 journey from Elephant Island to South Georgia. A modern day epic!
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1:57Watch VideoFalkland Islands: Paradise Rediscovered
From Magellanic penguins to military history! The Argentines call it Islas Malvinas. To the British, this south Atlantic archipelago is known as the Falkland Islands. While it’s the southern-most poin
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1:57Watch VideoSouth Georgia: Unrivaled Wildlife, Unparalleled Wonder
South Georgia is sometimes called the “Galapagos of the Poles” because of the massive king penguin colony at Salisbury Plain, and other wildlife, including the thousands of fur and elephant seals. Pol
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5:27Watch VideoA Voyage of Discovery: Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands
You’ll enjoy unforgettable encounters with untamed wildlife in a vast, dramatic and spectacular setting; you’ll take a step back in time at historically significant sites; and you’ll be mesmerized by
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Read ArticleWhy I Love Traveling to the Falkland Islands as a Landscape and Wildlife Photographer
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Read BlogThe Falkland Islands: A Birder’s Paradise
Temperate climate and abundant food make the Falkland Islands an ideal breeding ground for birds.
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Read ArticleSouth Georgia, the Galapagos of the Southern Ocean
The remote subantarctic island of South Georgia is one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
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1:09Watch VideoA Journey Beyond Description: South Georgia
John from England shares his excitement having achieved traveling to one of the ultimate destinations: South Georgia, a breeding ground for fur seals, elephant seals and king penguins. Learn more ab
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Read ArticleOur Ocean Adventurer Visits the World’s Largest Black Browed Albatross Colony at Steeple Jason
Expedition team members share their story of a remarkable ‘Ocean Adventurer’ shore landing at seldom-visited Steeple Jason in the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), home of the world’s largest black b
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3:57Watch VideoDay in the Life: Falkland Islands and South Georgia, Antarctica
Do you desire to "do it all" on your Antarctic adventure? Then this is the voyage for you! Not only will you cross the Antarctic Circle and travel further south than traditional Antarctic cruises, you
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0:37Watch VideoKing Penguin
Meet the second largest penguin species, the King Penguin! Learn more about our South Georgia and Falkland Islands expeditions ⇨ https://bit.ly/3ozEWA1 Check out current Antarctic offers ⇨ https:/
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One of the last zodiacs heads back to the Ocean Diamond off the coast of the Falkland Islands. Have you ever traveled on the Diamond? . ?: @acacia.johnson #TravelTuesday #TravelwithQuark #AntarcticE
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Iceberg Infographic
What is an iceberg? How big are icebergs? Is there a difference between Arctic and Antarctic icebergs? Are there different types of icebergs? Find the answers in this inforgraphic.
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Read FlipbookAntarctica Destination Guide
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Read ArticleMy Seventh Continent Expedition: Tales from Antarctica
Pam Perkins AKA Biker Chick Gone Crazy tells us about her experience in the Antarctic while visiting South Georgia, cruising in zodiacs for landings and visiting King penguin rockeries.
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Read ArticleCelebrate World Penguin Day by Counting Penguin Chicks with Oxford Researchers
It’s World Penguin Day! Here’s what you can do to help conserve the cutest citizens of Antarctica.
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Read FlipbookPenguins 101: Everything You Need To Know About Penguins
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Read ArticleA Year on South Georgia: Sam Crimmin, Quark Expeditions Doctor
Note: This passenger-favorite guest post -- recounting the first-hand observations and experiences on living in Antarctica, through each of its varied seasons -- was written by one of our very own...
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Read ArticleTop Historic Sites to Visit in Antarctica
History buffs rejoice! There are plenty of historic sites and monuments to visit on your Antarctic expedition, taking you back to the Heroic Age of Antarctic exploration.
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Read ArticleAntarctic Small Ship Vacations aboard the Hans Hansson
Only a century ago, venturing as far south as the 7th continent was an undertaking requiring months of preparation and weeks at sea. You were literally taking your life in your hands, as Antarctic...
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