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World View

7/2/2014

5 Min Read

10 Tips for Better Expedition Photos

World View

8/20/2015

4 Min Read

Wandering the Viking Ruins of Brattahlid

Grosvenor Teacher Fellow Angie Miller describes her time visiting the viking ruins of Brattahlid in Greenland.

World View

8/25/2016

3 Min Read

My First Polar Bear Encounter

11-year old Charlotte Fisher describes what it was like to see a polar bear in the wild for the first time.

World View

6/5/2017

3 Min Read

Uncovering the Best Caving and Glacier Hiking in Iceland

Lindblad scouts Alizé Carrère and Dagny Ivarsdottir search Iceland for the best guest experiences. Here, they go caving and glacier hiking.

World View

6/7/2017

3 Min Read

Seeing Iceland's Stunning Landscapes by Helicopter

Lindblad scouts Alizé Carrère and Dagny Ivarsdottir search Iceland for new guest experiences. Here, they take to the sky to find unforgettable hiking routes.

World View

1/30/2018

2 Min Read

What it's Like to See Polar Bears in the Arctic

Witnessing a polar bear in the wild is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Read on to find out how to observe the magic of polar bears with Lindblad.

World View

3/6/2018

4 Min Read

Naturalist Jennifer Kingsley's Favorite Travel Memories

Lindblad Expeditions Field Correspondent Jennifer Kingsley has ventured all over the world. Here, she describes the highlights of her travels.

World View

4/10/2018

5 Min Read

Dr. Kathryn Sullivan Shares Her Stories About Space and the Arctic

Geologist, NOAA scientist, and NASA astronaut, Dr. Kathryn Sullivan shares stories from her famed career that has taken her from the far reaches of outer space to the bottom of the world’s oceans.

World View

5/2/2018

5 Min Read

Polar Explorer Will Steger Discusses What Draws him to the World's Most Extreme Places

Polar Explorer Will Steger discusses his travels aboard the National Geographic Explorer to some of the world's most extreme places.

World View

7/12/2018

3 Min Read

Three Ways to Enhance Your Next Arctic Adventure

Ensure your next adventure trip is an unforgettable one. Here, three incredible extensions to add to your next Lindblad expedition.

World View

10/3/2018

3 Min Read

Greenland National Park by the Numbers

Explore Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park.

World View

10/4/2018

4 Min Read

A Brief History of the Northeast Passage

Learn about the explorers who first sailed the Northwest Passage, paving the way for our expeditions across these ice-laden waters.

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Daily Expedition Reports

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Daily Expedition Reports

12/24/2024

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National Geographic Orion

Waitangi, Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Happy Christmas Eve! This morning, we rode our Zodiacs ashore to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Local guides shared the history and culture behind the traditional canoes that are still used today to cross oceans. From there our newly minted chief (nominated from the guests) was confronted by the Māori Chief in front of the marae (meeting house). Thankfully we were recognized as coming in peace and we were welcomed inside for a performance of traditional music and dance. Te Whare Runanga is unique because it was built as a national marae to be shared by all Māori tribes. This evening, we shared in our own musical performance of Christmas carols to celebrate Christmas Eve with all onboard.

Daily Expedition Reports

12/24/2024

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National Geographic Endurance

Drake Passage

The body of water between South America’s Cape Horn and the Antarctic Peninsula, the Drake Passage, is one of the most infamous stretches of water. We were fortunate to have a friendly passage today with only 35 knots of wind and less than 4-meter wave heights. The seas were spitting and spraying while the albatross and petrels relished in soaring along, unhindered. While we not only prepared ourselves for the journey ahead, but we also got the chance to meet our National Geographic-Lindblad naturalist team and our National Geographic Expert Kenneth Garrett who will be sailing this voyage with us. After a presentation about the seabirds we could expect to see on this voyage by Naturalist Bryan Holliday, we all went out on the outer decks to identify and photograph these magnificent species.

Daily Expedition Reports

12/24/2024

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National Geographic Resolution

Weddell Sea, Erebus and Terror Gulf, Paulet Island

This was a true expedition day, as plans were adjusted due to changing conditions, but in the end, it was a miraculously amazing day full of wonderful events. In the morning, we found ourselves in a very dense concentration of both multi-year and glacial ice, and Captain Martin decided to revise the plan, and we set on the course to Paulet Island, one of the inactive volcanoes in this area where a colony of almost 400,000 Adelie penguins is known to reside. Guests were split in two groups and while the first group had a short hike to observe the penguin colony and very young chicks, the second group enjoyed a presentation onboard, and later they switched. After a delicious dinner, a group of orcas were spotted from the bridge, and for over an hour guests were able to watch the dramatic episodes of orcas hunting Adelie penguins. It was unforgettable experience on this Christmas Eve!

Daily Expedition Reports

12/23/2024

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National Geographic Venture

Isla San Esteban and San Pedro Martir, Mexico

California sea lions greeted National Geographic Venture off the island of San Esteban this morning! Their curiosity even compelled them to follow our Zodiacs as we transferred to the island for hikes among the cardon cactus forest. We were thrilled to see how playful the sea lions were in the water. To explore the island of San Pedro Martir in the afternoon, we again set out in Zodiacs. This was a perfect way to explore this world-class UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The island and its steep cliff walls make it an excellent breeding ground for birds. The island is highly protected to ensure the successful population growth for the blue-footed boobies, red-billed tropic birds, and brown boobies that rely on this site as a nesting and breeding ground.

Daily Expedition Reports

12/23/2024

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National Geographic Quest

Playa Blanca, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

This morning, we were greeted by the calm waters of Golfo Dulce as National Geographic Quest approached Playa Blanca, the destination of the day in the heart of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. Today was dedicated to immersing ourselves in the sustainable practices and vibrant culture of local Costa Rican families. In the morning, guests had the opportunity to explore various facets of local life. Some ventured into the heart of the Osa Peninsula to observe gold panning and visit a historic sugar mill, while others toured cacao plantations or hiked through the lush rainforest. Another group visited a women-run hearts of palm farm, learning about its eco-friendly practices. After returning to the beach for a BBQ lunch, guests were treated to traditional Costa Rican dances. In the afternoon, we resumed our explorations, visiting more local sites. Later, scientists from the Latin American Sea Turtle Association shared their efforts in protecting these remarkable creatures. We had the incredible experience of watching them release rehabilitated turtles back into the ocean—an unforgettable way to end the day.