Tag: Travel Tips

If there is another place in the world whose mere mention conjures up such intrigue and inspiration as Antarctica, I am yet to find out about it. For me, Antarctica is a story rendered up by torch light on a dark winter’s evening, a glimpse into another planet uninhabited by human beings and the living […]

John, one of Swoop’s polar specialists, shares his top tips for getting the most out of your apps when in Antarctica: There is no denying the usefulness of apps on our smart devices. Whilst I’m sure we would all agree that too much screen time in Antarctica would be a bad thing, there are a […]

Heading back to Antarctica for my second voyage in under a year is nothing short of an absolute privilege. This time I won’t be going alone, my partner, Agnes, will be joining me on what will be her first voyage to the Great White Continent. She is very excited, and I think that’s fantastic. To […]

What was it like to visit Antarctica again? Antarctica is so magical that it always feels very special and a great privilege to be there. Two main things struck me this time: firstly just how different the same places can look under differing light conditions and at different times of the season. Secondly, the sheer […]

Whether you’re cruising in a vessel, photographing the unique wildlife or snowshoeing around its peninsular, Antarctica will be an unforgettable experience. But how best to prepare for your once in a lifetime trip? If you want to immerse yourself in the atmosphere, the history and the legend, why not do a bit of pre-trip reading […]