Inspiring visitors through snow-topped mountains, huge glaciers, deep-walled fjords and tundra of Spitsbergen will be award-winning professional photographer, filmmaker and speaker Chris Linder. “July is a wonderful time to check out Svalbard, when the light-filled summertime days sustain a quick however intense explosion of life from small tundra flowers to polar bears, walruses, and whales,” states Chris, who has actually photographed more than 50 scientific explorations after transitioning from naval officer and oceanographic scientist to visual storyteller. “The variety of subject and bewitching low-angle light make this exploration a photographer’s dream.”
Guests will enjoy this photography-themed journey aboard the 128-passenger Ocean Traveler, a past winner of the Travel Weekly Magellan Silver Award for Finest Total Small Cruise Ship.
“We’re so proud to have actually created this special schedule specifically geared to Arctic photographers,” says Thomas Lennartz, Vice-President of Sales for Quark Expeditions. “The motivation for this itinerary originated from our visitors who have actually revealed a desire to ideal their photography skills in Spitsbergen, which is called the Wildlife Capital of the Arctic. We’re also pleased that our visitors can gain from an award-winning professional photographer like Chris Linder who has many years in the Arctic.”
In addition to discovering amazing photography abilities from an acclaimed professional, guests can likewise anticipate:
- Discussions from polar professionals consisting of marine biologists
- Zodiac cruising and coast landings
- The Polar Plunge
- Kayaking
Learn more about Spitsbergen Photography: Under the Midnight Sun.For images please check out: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/e2nnqfkmld249q0/AABedCq3IKSFfqzi4AMbHJzia?d!.?.!l=0!.?.!About Quark Expeditions:Specializing solely in expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic, Quark Expeditions ® has actually been the leading innovator of
polar adventure because the business
took the first group of customer tourists to the North Pole in 1991. Quark Expeditions has actually been innovating ever since. With a varied fleet of specially-equipped small expedition vessels and icebreakers– some of them geared up with helicopters– Quark Expeditions delivers deeply immersive polar experiences– and has the ability to take visitors deeper into the Polar Regions than anybody else. Led by enthusiastic and seasoned exploration groups, consisting of researchers, wildlife specialists and researchers, Quark Expeditions uses an onboard program that improves the guest experience. About Ultramarine: The technologically-advanced Ultramarine, the newest addition to the Quark Expeditions fleet, is a game-changer in polar expedition. Geared up with two twin-engine Airplane 145 helicopters, 20 quick-launching Zodiacs and the biggest portfolio of off-ship adventure alternatives in the market, Ultramarine changes the way guests explore the Polar Regions. Other functions include a spa, sauna with floor-to-ceiling windows, fitness centre, yoga space, large rooms and 2 dining establishments plus a lounge and presentation theatre. Ultramarine has been designed with innovative sustainability systems that help us protect the beautiful Polar Regions for the next generation of explorers.About Travelopia: Travelopia is one of the world’s leading expert travel groups. A pioneer in the experiential travel sector with a portfolio consisting of more than 50 individually run brands, most of which are leaders in their sector. From cruising adventures, safaris and sports tours, to Arctic explorations, each brand is diverse and concentrated on developing extraordinary experiences for customers across the world.SOURCE Quark Expeditions