More and more people are choosing a cruise in Antarctica as their holiday of choice. From across the world, tourists and environmentalists travel to Antarctica to see some truly breathtaking sights. Recently, data has been collected by the Antarctic Cruise experts at Audley Travel to find out just how popular cruises in Antarctica are and why. Let’s take a look at the data.
Diving Into The Data
There is recent data that shows just how Antarctic cruising has become more mainstream. There has been a significant rise in the popularity of Antarctic cruising since 2019, according to Google search data. Often thought of as a destination for researchers and the whaling industry, the Antarctic sees an explosion in popularity among travelers looking to experience something new, with search interest for Antarctic cruising increasing by 51% in 2019 vs. 2022. A similar trend was observed with Arctic cruises, with a search increase of 47% in 2019 vs. 2022, which suggest that ice-cold cruises are becoming a much more popular choice for adventurous travelers. Google search data reveals people are searching for comparisons between the Arctic and Antarctic to understand the differences in what the two destinations offer, especially around the resident wildlife, and the best ways to travel to these remote places.
What Happens On A Cruise
While everyone knows about the scenic views, they might not think about the cruise itself. Travelers will take advantage of scenic routes and wildlife sightings on their journey. There will be unique activities to engage in, such as spending time amongst penguin colonies in their natural habitat.
The ships offer plenty of open spaces on board with large windows for panoramic views of the icy waters and icebergs. When it comes to dining, menus will often include buffet breakfast, afternoon tea, and al fresco dining. Weather permitting, some of the meals can be enjoyed on the deck.
How To Get To The Ship
There are a few ways you can get to your cruise in Antarctica. Most cruises leave from South America, with it becoming the best place to get to the bottom of the world. Most cruises will set off from Argentina, but some will leave from Chile and other South American spots.
Tourist ships and cruises set off mostly in the summer, but there are exceptions. Taking a cruise is the most popular way to see Antarctica. You can fly to King George Island and board your ship there, but it may be a shorter trip. Data shows that more people prefer to take a cruise than fly, as it’s more atmospheric.
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