The headline-grabbing Alpefjord is part of the Kong-Oscar fjord system at the southern end of the Northeast Greenland National Park. The fairly narrow fjord is popular with visitors because of its spectacular scenery. However, this could soon come to an end. (Photo:...
South Georgia is a haven for many species of marine mammals and birds. There are five million seals of four different species, and 65 million birds of 30 different species breeding on the island. Whether plant or animal, non-native species are a real threat to...
The tax is increased by DKK50 (about 7 euros) per passenger from large cruise ships. This may not seem much, but it will flush millions of euros per year into Greenland’s coffers thanks to the booming tourism business. Smaller ships (as in the symbolic picture)...
Fifty-five metres long and 10 metres wide at its widest point, the Polarfront’s ice-strengthened hull sinks 4.5 metres into the water and flies the French flag. (Image: Latitude Blanche) In line with its business model and the decarbonization of the shipping...
Finally a normal summer season again in 2023 on Svalbard? The mid-season conclusion sounds rather mixed. (Photo: Michael Wenger) Ever since the Arctic summer season began on Svalbard in May, numerous ships and their passengers have been sailing on and around the...
