© Photo courtesy of Milbry Polk
Article
By Taz Dhaliwal
In honour of International Women’s Day, Adventure Canada speaks with Milbry Polk, an inspirational woman explorer, author, lecturer, board member of The Explorers Club, and founder of the Young Explorers Program, among many other titles. Learn how Milbry ended up becoming an explorer and what advice she has for women looking to follow their own passions. Milbry will also be joining Adventure Canada on the Greenland and Arctic Canada: High Arctic Explorer expedition in July of 2023.
© Dennis Minty
Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Dennis Minty
Learn fascinating facts about your favourite Arctic wildlife. These iconic animals benefit from a variety of anatomical, physiological, and behaviour adaptations that make them well suited to life in cold environments. Camouflaging insulation, special digestive enzymes, and even the shape of their feet help them survive.
© Dennis Minty
Article
By Geneviève Côté
What makes an Arctic kayaking experience so special? You’ll slow down and truly immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and sensations of this special place. Find out more about what to expect from Adventure Canada’s kayak program and what you can do to prepare for this unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
© Danny Catt
Jul. 18–Jul. 30, 2017
By Aaron Spitzer
© Dennis Minty
Jun. 25–Jul. 4, 2017
By Phil Jenkins
© Dennis Minty
Jun. 21–Jul. 1, 2019
By Rhonda Muir
© Michelle Valberg
Jul. 5–Jul. 14, 2019
By Amy van den Berg
© Jessie Brinkman Evans
Jul. 14–Jul. 25, 2019
By Amy van den Berg
© Martin Lipman
Aug. 6–Aug. 17, 2019
By Whit Fraser
© Dennis Minty
Aug. 17–Sep. 2, 2019
By Jerry Kobalenko
© Victoria Polsoni
Sep. 2–Sep. 18, 2019
By David F. Pelly
© Dennis Minty
Sep. 18–Oct. 2, 2019
By Dave Paddon
© Dennis Minty
Oct. 2–Oct. 12, 2019
By Kevin Major
© Dennis Minty
Jun. 21–Jul. 1, 2018
By James Raffan
© Dennis Minty
Article
By Adventure Canada
Small-ship expedition cruises are active and adventurous trips, intended for people who have curious minds and are reasonably fit. Find out more about what to expect from this style of travel and whether it’s right for you.
© Dennis Minty
Article
By Rhonda Muir
Thinking about travelling solo? Read about how a self-proclaimed introvert found quiet places for solitude on board, loved the opportunity to explore on her own while ashore, and met like-minded kindred spirits among her travelling companions on a Scotland Slowly expedition.
© Kristian Bogner
Article
By Kristian Bogner
For any avid photographer, a small-ship Arctic expedition cruise provides spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities. Pore over this thorough and detailed guide for some of the best techniques, settings, and gear recommendations to use to get the very best images on your next adventure.
© Dennis Minty
Article | Newfoundland and Labrador
By Adventure Canada
If you’re wondering when you should plan your next trip to Newfoundland, you’re not alone! Deciding what you want to experience during your time there will help you choose when to go. We make the case for two great options: early summer and autumn.
© Dennis Minty
Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Dennis Minty
Learn fascinating facts about your favourite Arctic wildlife. These iconic animals benefit from a variety of anatomical, physiological, and behaviour adaptations that make them well suited to life in cold environments. Camouflaging insulation, special digestive enzymes, and even the shape of their feet help them survive.
© Rob Moberg
Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Adventure Canada
Want to learn a few phrases of Inuktitut before you travel to Nunavut or Greenland? Regions across the Arctic use slightly different dialects of the common Inuit language. Learn how to say thank you, greet people, and ask simple questions with this guide developed from Inuktut Tusaalanga.
© Judy Kowalski
Article
By Ellie Clin
Judy Kowalski was so inspired by what she learned on her Northwest Passage expedition cruise that she chose to take action towards reconciliation in her own life, creating a quilt for Martha Flaherty, a survivor of residential schools and High Arctic relocation.
© Victoria Polsoni
Article
By Bill Swan
Delve into engaging learning about politics, economics, climate science, social development, Indigenous cultural revitalization, and other pressing topics of the day in the Regenerative Travel section of Adventure Canada’s Mindful Explorer. Start with this article for an introduction to the concepts of regenerative travel.
© Jen Derbach
Article
By Liz Cooper
Are you captivated by the beauty of the Arctic but feel concerned about your footprint? Here are five best practices for travelling in a responsible way in Greenland—based on insights from locals themselves.
© Canadian Geographic
Article
By Adventure Canada
Meet Jenny Wong, a visual media artist and an honoured Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. Learn more about her photography work, her passion surrounding conservation and wildlife, and her excitement to return to Newfoundland and Labrador as she joins the Newfoundland Circumnavigation expedition in October as a Canadian Geographic travel ambassador.
© Photo courtesy of Milbry Polk
Article
By Taz Dhaliwal
In honour of International Women’s Day, Adventure Canada speaks with Milbry Polk, an inspirational woman explorer, author, lecturer, board member of The Explorers Club, and founder of the Young Explorers Program, among many other titles. Learn how Milbry ended up becoming an explorer and what advice she has for women looking to follow their own passions. Milbry will also be joining Adventure Canada on the Greenland and Arctic Canada: High Arctic Explorer expedition in July of 2023.
© Canadian Geographic
Article
By Adventure Canada
Learn more about archaeology in Arctic Canada and Greenland from the expertise of Joseph Frey, Vice-President of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society’s Executive Committee and Chair of its College of Fellows. Passionate about polar sciences, find out why Joseph is looking forward to returning to the Arctic, as he joins the Greenland and Arctic Canada: High Arctic Explorer expedition in August as a Canadian Geographic travel ambassador.
© Andre Gallant
Expedition Journal
Jul. 4–Jul. 15, 2022
By Alina Cheng
The staggering cliffs were a spectacular backdrop during teatime on the aft of the ship. While admiring the view, sipping tea, and sailing, the on board expedition team members interpreted geology and wildlife.
© Vladimir Rajevac
Expedition Journal
Jun. 23–Jul. 4, 2022
By Adventure Canada
The fog cleared in the afternoon bringing bursts of sunshine and horses—lots and lots of horses! Sable Island's world-famous wild horses were everywhere, galloping and playing among the dunes.
© Pierre Richard
Photo Story
By Pierre Richard
Learn more about some of our favourite playful cetacean species, and where and when you are most likely to encounter them. From Atlantic Canada to northern Europe, spotting dolphins and porpoises is always a fun time out on deck!
© Dennis Minty
Expedition Journal
Jun. 12–Jun. 23, 2022
By Keara Maynard
Some of us enjoyed a peaceful hike to Stanleyville, full of bird songs, wildflowers, and moose droppings, while the rest of us trekked the scenic Trout River Pond trail and caught sight of a few curious snowshoe hares.
