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Focal Point A stunning collection of photographs from around the world

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issue, but it’s time to wrap up for one super cool adventure as we discover the ice and snow by land, sea and air. Come with us as we take a look a disused post office overthrown by 4000 Penguins in the Antarctic, adventures ahoy with arctic cruising, iceberg hopping and all round adventureness. Plus we give you an

essential round up of the best bits of kit for your journey, and some ideas to bring the adventure to your kitchen, with food and drink inspired by the places we visit this issue. We will also be welcoming Jennifer Carruth, from Discover The World as a guest contributor as she takes us on a journey across frozen lands – and gives some useful advice on what to do when looking to book a once in a lifetime experience.

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Wild and windswept yet far from being a wasteland, Antarctica’s sheets of white are an alluring blend of everything and nothingness. With few human inhabitants and wildlife unperturbed by human contact, visitors to Antarctica often feel like ghosts drifting across the Southern Ocean to a land that has no need for the vestiges of human civilisation. Nevertheless, Antarctica’s tale of exploration is a worthy one, and no visit is complete without contemplating the heroics of Shackleton and a visit to his South Georgia resting place. Do it yourself www.intrepidtravel.com

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This won’t be for everyone – but the sheer thrill of kayaking through a glacier, is simply just, wow. If you’ve never encountered an iceberg before it will be one of two or three things in your entire life that physically stops you in your tracks. However, when you get down to water level you really start to understand the magnitude of what you are looking at –20,40,60 story buildings courtesy of mother nature suddenly shunts everything into perspective. If you have the bottle, the right kit and of course know-how, iceberg kayaking is something you really must try. The iceberg is really claustrophobic and has a tight entry point – but apparently that is a good thing, as you are less likely to be hit by falling objects. You can check our blog & galleries out at goandseemagazine.com. Do it yourself. www.intrepidtravel.com

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leopard, and the resemblance is more than skin deep. Like their feline namesakes, leopard seals are fierce predators. They are the most formidable hunters of all the seals and the only ones that feed on warm-blooded prey, such as other seals – and 4000 gentoo penguins beached close to the sea. Leopard seals use their powerful jaws and long teeth to kill smaller seals, fish, and squid.

Minke whales and orcas are regular visitors to the bay, the latter sending the gentoo penguins into panic. Orcas regularly feed on penguins in Antarctica, scientists have discovered. Although orcas are known to predate penguins further north, around sub-Antarctic islands, this is the first time they have been seen hunting the birds in Antarctic continental waters. What is more, the orcas seem to be particularly choosy about which bits of the penguins they eat; being inclined to take only the best cuts of penguin breast meat.

SUSPICIOUS MINDSOccasionally a lost Adelie or King penguin will turn up at Port Lockroy. Wandering around like lost souls they are viewed with utter suspicion by the gentoos.

Every summer, as staff put stamps on postcards, around them gentoo penguins rush to raise & protect their young. It is truly one

of the most remarkable wildlife scenes to behold. Around the area in which the penguins nest

hunters lie – circling leopard seals and killer whales prowl the water for penguins, just yards from the post office. If only standing in a post office queue was always this exciting!

DRAMA ON THE ISLAND This extraordinary drama plays out over four months, finishing just before the sea starts to freeze and feeding becomes impossibility.

As well as 4000 penguins, in summer the island hosts crab eater and Weddell seals. Neither are afraid of humans and ‘Jabba’ (a resident Weddell seal) has been known to follow staff around like a love-sick puppy. Leopard seals are less friendly, and from our experience with them at close encounters should not be disturbed – the leopard seal is named for its black-spotted coat. The pattern is similar to that of the famous big cat, though the seal’s coat is grey rather than golden in colour. This seal is sometimes called the sea

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LURKING BENEATH THE WAVES Also beneath the waves, often beside the enormous skeletons of whales and the whaling boats that once hunted them, weirder wildlife is found: jelly fish with extraordinary luminous stripes pulsating up and down their bodies; and glyptonotus antarcticus, scuttling along the sea bed like a giant marine woodlouse – eight inches long they will eat anything, dead or alive.

Giant petrel – from the family Procellariidae and consist of two species, they are the largest birds from this family, are often seen swooping overhead and Antarctic terns are common, but groups of skuas seabirds are the petrels bully boys of Port Lockrey. Sheathbills breed on the island in time for their young to feast on gentoo chicks.

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Colony of gentoo penguins congregate at the start of

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No other bird has a longer breeding cycle than King Penguins. They take 14 to 16 months to fledge a single chick. During the winter, chicks may be left to fast for from one to five months (May to September/October). Adults can rear a maximum of only two chicks every three years. The second-largest penguin species, similar in appearance to Emperor Penguin, but their ranges do not usually overlap. Cheeks are dark orange. The belly is white but the back is paler than other penguins, more of a grey than black. Immatures are similar to adults, but with duller facial plumage. Ear patches are pale yellow rather than orange and the throat is grey-white. Reaches adult plumage after two years.

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The Northern Wolffish is carnivorous and feeds on other smaller creatures of the ocean like sea urchins, crabs, starfishes, and brittle stars. At greater depths they can be found eating jellyfish or smaller fish that move about in the open waters of the deep sea. Their razor-sharp teeth help them to tear their prey’s flesh before ingesting it. The sharp teeth of the Northern Wolffish protect it from its natural predators, thus giving it a rather dominant persona and reputation in the ocean world. The Northern Wolffish is rather large in size with a large head and a set of sharp pointed teeth at the apical region of the mouth. In fact, it has the largest head in its category.

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ICELAND Just south of the Arctic Circle, Iceland is rugged and romantic – and close enough to the UK for a quick and adventurous escape. It’s an easy place to explore year-round with long hours of daylight in summer and the chance to see the northern lights over the winter months. What’s waiting after the 3hr flight is a landscape fantastical enough to bring films and TV to life. Moss-softened lavascapes and craggy mountains cut with thundering waterfalls give way to vast glaciers and the sweeping valleys their progress has left behind. You can straddle (or snorkel between) two continental plates or relax in the natural geothermally heated hotpots. Remote cliffs are raucous with nesting birdlife, whales swim off the black sand shores, and the people (along with their sheep and horses) can trace their Viking lineage.

SCANDINAVIA Scandinavia’s ancient Everyman’s Rights allow individuals to explore and exploit the products of the countryside (without harming the landowner or the land). With an invitation like this, Finland’s forests and lakes, Sweden’s largely undiscovered archipelagos, Norway’s famous mountains and fjords – and the

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POLAR – ARCTIC AND ANTARCTIC Truly the ends of the earth, the High Arctic and Antarctica are the most remote, most stupendous regions on the planet. For wildlife, polar bears draw many travellers to the Arctic – to Spitsbergen or Churchill (Canada) – while penguins are the stars of the far south. Small ship cruises are a popular way to explore the Arctic, whether that’s the fjords of northern Norway or the coast of Greenland, although there are some land-based options, particularly in northern Canada. The only way for most tourists to visit Antarctica, however, is by ship. IAATO restrictions mean that only 100 people per boat can be ashore at any time, so smaller expedition vessels (80-120px) have the advantage. The majority of Antarctic cruises visit the Antarctic Peninsula, but conditions permitting, some voyages do hold the lure of going beyond 66 S, as well as visiting sub-Antarctic islands like South Georgia and the South Shetlands.

CANADA AND ALASKA Canada, the Great White North, and the neighbouring US state Alaska are both vast places with huge tracts of wilderness, where wildlife and the chance to explore the outdoors draw travellers. Eastern Canada has strong maritime influences thanks to its island provinces, numerous lakes and the mighty St Lawrence River. Further west, as you cross the Rocky Mountains from Alberta to British Columbia and head north to the Yukon Territory and into Alaska, there’s a real frontier feeling as you follow the trails of the early pioneers and First Nations peoples. Bears and moose roam the forests, orcas and otters play in the coastal waters. The wilderness is on the doorstep, even staying in cosmopolitan cities like Vancouver or Toronto.

NEW ZEALAND From its tropical north to its out-lying sub-Antarctic south, via grand volcanic peaks and rolling winelands, New Zealand is an intensely diverse country with incredible appeal. The longhaul journey is well worth the effort; with all the incredible scenery, it’d be a shame to see New Zealand from just one angle. A scenic flight around Aoraki, the cloud-piercer (otherwise known as majestic Mt Cook) is highly recommended, while taking to the water in Northland and Fiordland are a justifiably iconic experiences. Exploring the phenomenal natural world is enriched by gaining an understanding of the Maori culture, which is interwoven into the fabric of everyday life and the land itself.

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1: iDiscover Iceland Using a dedicated holiday iPad, get interactive insider tips on where to go and what to see on all self-drive holidays in Iceland, unique to Discover the World.

2: Join the party at the ICEHOTEL Celebrating its 25th anniversary the world’s coolest hotel will be hosting a range of exciting activities and events. Every year is unique and this time it’s bigger than ever.

3: Totem discovery Get off the beaten track and experience British Columbia at its roots on this classic drive. Get a taste of aboriginal culture, see the magnificent inside passage and spot Canada’s black bears.

4: Around Spitsbergen Circumnavigate Spitsbergen on this ultimate arctic voyage and encounter superb wildlife and unparalleled photographic opportunities.

5: Over the Roof of Norway Travel on the famous Corkscrew Railway, considered one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world. Just sit back, relax and take in the spectacular scenery.

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Discover the World has been arranging inspirational tailor made holidays to a wide range of destinations since 1984. With dedicated travel experts focusing on specialist destinations you can be rest assured that the highest level of research goes behind every itinerary. And with our 100% guarantee on every booking, you know you are travelling in safe hands. From wildlife encounters and winter breaks to self-drive and independent touring, book with Discover the World for your ideal holiday.

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

SAILING INTO BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPES

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A voyage along the iconic coast of Norway on the fabled ‘post ship’ is an experience that cannot be equalled. These ships have been a lifeline to the villages, towns and cities along the Norwegian coast since 1893. In the summer, we sail beneath the 24-hour glow of the Midnight Sun whilst winter brings with it the beauty of the frozen landscape and the chance of witnessing the incredible Northern Lights. In between, spring and autumn bring their own charms as the landscape transforms. And with this incredible nature comes a fascinating array of coastal birdlife, viewable both from the ship and as part of a choice of optional Birdwatching excursions with local experts. Get up close to the sea eagles in the Trollfjord or take a trip to the incredible bird cliffs of the northerly Varanger peninsula.

REAL EXPERIENCES & BREATHTAKING BEAUTYDISCOVER NORWAY’S INCREDIBLE COASTAL BIRDLIFE

Price based on two people sharing an inside cabin on a full board basis travelling in September 2014. Not included: fl ights, transfers, optional excursions, travel insurance and portage. Offer applies to new bookings only, subject to availability and Hurtigruten’s normal booking conditions.

THE MIDNIGHT SUN AT NORTH CAPE

ATLANTIC PUFFINSWITNESS THE MAGNIFICENT SEA EAGLE

For more information or to book please call 020 3740 5663, see your travel agent or visit www.hurtigruten.co.uk

FANTASTIC SAVINGS!

Kirkenes – Bergen

6-days from just£794pp including full board!

THE BEAUTIFUL LOFOTEN ISLANDS

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