There is nothing more exhilarating than exploring one of the last wild frontiers. So hop on a cruise ship and sail south to Antarctica for the adventure of a life time.
In 1901, British explorer Ernest Shackleton attempted to be the first person to ever reach the South Pole. However, the elements proved too strong that January, forcing Shackleton and his and his team to turn around only 97 miles away from their goal - a feat which still established a new record.
Antarctica is the fifth largest continent and almost completely covered in ice that is at least one mile thick. While there are no permanent human residents on the continent, up to 5,000 people visit the continent every year.
Taking a cruise around the icy continent is the best way to see it. Peak out from your cabin and watch the continent emerge around you.
While there are few animals that live on the land, there are many types of sea life that can be spotted. The Emperor penguin is a resident of the southernmost continent, while blue whales and orcas swim around the icy water.
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