Five Best Ways to Prepare for Cruising the Drake Passage to Antarctica
When you take a cruise to Antarctica, you’ll have to deal with the Drake Passage, a notoriously rough stretch of seas off the southern tip of South America. These are our best tips and tricks for how to prepare so that you can have the best Antarctica cruise experience.
Our Guide to Cruising in Antarctica: Best Cruise Lines and Ship Styles
Antarctica continues as a popular bucket-list travel destination, best reached by a cruise ship. This is our guide to the types of cruise ships — from large cruise ships to small expedition vessels — that offer cruises to Antarctica so you can have an idea of what’s available and figure out what appeals to you for your ultimate Antarctica cruise vacation.
6 Top Packing Tips and More Stuff to Know Before Your Antarctica Cruise
A cruise to Antarctica can be a trip of a lifetime. So, you want to be prepared with the best information about packing, how to take photos and of course, the Drake Passage. Here are our best tips and advice for your expedition cruise to Antarctica.
Check Out these Exciting New Antarctica Expeditions from Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages has new itineraries for Antarctica cruises for the 2025/2026 season.
My Best Tips and Tricks for Packing for an Antarctica Cruise
Heading to Antarctica on an expedition cruise? We’ve got you covered with our packing guide for Antarctica.
The Final Days of our Antarctica Cruise, and Another Drake Passage Crossing
Our last days in Antarctica were filled with more adventures — and so many penguins. It’s hard to leave this amazing place.
Out for Adventure on Our Antarctica Cruise on Ocean Victory
Penguins, seals, kayaking and a plunge into the ice Antarctic waters: This cruise has it all!
Crossing the Drake Passage on My Antarctica Cruise with Albatros Expeditions
Transiting the Drake Passage is always a crapshoot. Did we get the Drake Shake or the Drake Lake on our journey?
My Antarctica Cruise with Albatros Expeditions
My third time in Antarctica comes on Albatros Expeditions. A trip to the White Continent is a little different each time. Here’s how.
The Epic Trip to Antarctica with My Brother — That Almost Wasn't
My brother and I had planned an epic cruise to Antarctica, but at the last minute, it seemed like it would fall through. Find out how our luck turned.
Our First Antarctica Cruise: Exploring South Georgia Island and the Biggest Waves Ever on the Drake Passage
Our first cruise to Antarctica delivered everything we hoped — and more! Abercrombie & Kent helped make sure every experience felt special. The penguins helped, too.
Viking’s New Expedition Cruise Ships Continue Line’s Focus on Destinations
When Viking launches its expedition cruise ships, you can bet they’ll focus on destination — including spots in the Great Lakes, a trendy itinerary sought after by cruisers.
Our First Cruise to Antarctica — With Abercrombie & Kent
Our cruise to Antarctica with Abercrombie & Kent was one of the most incredible trips we’ve ever taken. Find out why A&K makes an Antarctica cruise so special.