Join Ken from RTE Travel Talk as he sits down with Nanci Ott of Tinker Travel to compare the Arctic and Antarctica head-to-head. They may both be polar destinations, but as expedition cruise expert Nanci Ott explains, the experiences are dramatically different.

Antarctica offers towering icebergs, enormous penguin colonies, whales and a wilderness unlike anywhere else on Earth. The Arctic brings polar bears, walruses, muskox, reindeer, tundra, fjords, Indigenous cultures and communities—and a completely different style of expedition travel.

Together they discuss wildlife, scenery, Zodiac excursions, hiking, the best times to travel, expedition ships, cabin location, seasickness and the infamous Drake Passage.

Nanci also explains why she believes the Arctic can offer better financial value, while Antarctica can deliver greater emotional value.

And if crossing the Drake Passage has you concerned, Nanci shares practical advice about choosing a lower, midship cabin and explains alternatives for travelers who would rather avoid the crossing altogether.

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