Welcome to the Zegrahm Expeditions resources page! Here you will find inspiration for your next adventure and information from your last adventure, produced by our field leaders, Seattle office staff, and contributing writers. From blog posts and field reports (daily recaps of a past expeditions with images) to photo galleries and videos, explore your world from our perspective.
South Africa is a patchwork of cultures, religions and ways of life. The nation has eleven official languages and is home to many indigenous communities and tribes. Its diverse population has earned the country the moniker “Rainbow Nation”— a reference to the nation’s celebration of its multi-cultural heritage.
For travelers who are seeking to immerse themselves in the local lifestyle of...
Friday, July 5, 2019
Stockholm, Sweden
Welcome to Stockholm! Sweden’s capital calls itself “beauty on water” and today also a little under water, but showers could not deter those of us who arrived early from setting off to explore the city’s many offerings. Gathering for a welcome reception and dinner at the Clarion Sign Hotel, we had the opportunity to meet our fellow travelers with Zegrahm Expeditions and Victor Emanuel Nature Tours (VENT), our...
Visiting Australia is surely at the top of most traveler’s bucket list. But with so much to see and do, planning a trip “Down Under” can be daunting. Surprisingly, the remote Kimberley region is often overlooked, although it is known to many Australians as one of the most remote and mysterious regions of the country. International Expeditions’ Senior Art Director, Charlie Boyd recently had a chance to...
When traveling to glacial destinations, deciding what to wear becomes less about fashion and more about function. Each piece of clothing you pack will need to serve a purpose.
This is especially true when visiting Antarctica. The earth’s most southern continent, this icy landmass is filled with beautiful snow-...
Southeast Asia consists of eleven different countries, each situated south of China. The countries are surrounded by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east.
The area has become one of the world’s most frequented travel destinations, thanks in large part to the historical Buddhist temples that can be found throughout the region, the warm tropical climate and the...
As an expert on ecotourism, one of the most common questions I get is, “How do I know which tour operators are truly sustainable?” As with choosing green hotels, the answer is fairly complex and generally involves asking a lot of questions.
But over the past 20 years of immersing myself in the responsible travel...
Solo travel is a rapidly growing trend nowadays, as more and more people are discovering the joys of traveling alone.
Some solo travelers love going it alone simply to have the freedom of making their own choices, all day, every day. Some like the opportunities for engaging with locals when they travel, and meeting new people on the road. Others (and women especially)...
For nearly 30 years, Zegrahm Expeditions has been taking travelers to the world’s most remote and remarkable destinations on all seven continents and offering unique experiences in some of the planet’s most fascinating places.
On a Zegrahm small-ship cruise, you’ll get expert guidance, luxurious comfort, personalized attention, gourmet food, and a chance to make lasting friendships with like-minded people.
In addition to being able to dock in secluded harbors that are off-...
Sunday, May 19, 2019
Bergen, Norway / Embark Ocean Adventurer
Unusually for Bergen, it was a dry, warm and sunny weekend when we arrived here to begin our travels in Wild Norway and Svalbard. Bergen experiences only five rain-free days a year and this was exceptional weather which was being enjoyed to the full by the locals, especially as this was also the Norwegian National Day holiday weekend. We set out on foot early this morning, for a tour...
Packing for a cruise vacation isn’t always smooth sailing. There are a number of things to consider when deciding what to bring on a cruise, including how long your cruise is, where you’ll be cruising, the climate of your intended destination, and any activities you’ll be taking part in along the way.
Depending on the type of ship and your chosen destination, you...
