Before you travel

Getting to Svalbard

Your journey to the Norwegian Arctic is a big part of the adventure. With this helpful guide, you can embark on your trip with confidence.

Getting to the Northwest Passage

Your journey to the Northwest Passage is a big part of the adventure. With this helpful guide, you can embark on your trip with confidence.

What to wear in the Arctic

It's important that you have everything you need before you set off for the Arctic. Read our advice on what to pack in order to be fully prepared for your adventure.

Preparing for the Arctic

Make sure you are fully prepared for your time in the Arctic. Discover everything from staying healthy to our tips for exploring Longyearbyen. 

Currency, budgeting & tipping

In this guide, we share practical tips and advice on how best to navigate currency, budgeting and tipping during your Arctic adventure.

What to expect in the Arctic

Until you reach the Arctic, it can be hard to imagine exactly what it will be like. We hope our guides and videos give you a taste of what to expect.

Life in the Arctic

It's easy to overlook the day-to-day details that make life easy during your adventure. This guide will help you with everything from WIFI to dietary requirements. 

Life on board an Arctic voyage

This guide will show you what to expect from the practical side of expedition cruising and what day-to-day life will look like on board your ship. 

Photography in the Arctic

The landscape is vast and beautiful. The wildlife is rare and humbling. You'll want to remember these moments forever, so get to know your camera.

Arctic film & literature

Reading a few key pieces of literature before and during your trip can significantly change your perception of this extraordinary corner of the world.