8 facts you didn't know about polar bearsThe African jungle has the lion, the Arctic has the polar bear. This fierce yet cuddly-looking creature dominates the icy wilderness at the top of the food chain. If visitors are lucky, they'll come across the polar bear on a cruise to Svalbard. Check out these facts about polar bears - the king of the ice!Wildlife & Nature Svalbard Greenland The Northwest Passage 4 mins readRead more
FAQ: Northern LightsCheck out our guide with the most popular questions about the incredible aurora borealis.Norway Wildlife & Nature Northern Lights Aurora Borealis Read more
What causes the Northern Lights?The lights in the sky have occurred since the dawn of our planet. Dinosaurs walked under them, just as we do today. They are a constant of our world – always there, even when it’s too bright for us to see them. But what are they and how are they created?Aurora Borealis Norway Svalbard Greenland Read more
Polar bear spotting in the ArcticIn the northernmost part of the world, where the ice is thick and the air is cold, there lives a creature. Laying your eyes on a polar bear is just an adventure away.Wildlife & Nature Polar bears Arctic Circle Arctic Fox 3 mins readRead more
Top 7 destinations for Whale WatchingFrom the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the tropical waters of Costa Rica, whales can often be easier to find than you think… here are the top destinations to spot whales and the best times to see them. Antarctica Arctic Wildlife Antarctic Circle Whales 1 mins readRead more
Sailing the Fram StraitEvery year, our ships sail in the wake of great explorers across the icy waters of the Fram Strait.Wildlife & Nature Greenland Greenland gyrfalcon Greenland Sea 3 mins readRead more
Stay Curious—An Interview with Karin StrandGodmother to the world’s first hybrid powered cruise ship, MS Roald Amundsen, and one of the world’s most experienced explorers and pioneers in expedition travel, Karin Strand has played a significant role in making HX Hurtigruten Expeditions what it is today. We’re grateful she sat with us for a few minutes to share some thoughts and reflections. Wildlife & Nature Antarctica Educational Lectures and talks 4 mins readRead more