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Marine biologist Dr. Paige Maroni on a Svalbard Expedition Micro Cruise with Secret Atlas

#41 The Twelfth Guest is a Scientist

#41 The Twelfth Guest is a Scientist
Discover the a Svalbard Expedition Micro Cruise where a marine biologist, an ROV, and twelve explorers shared the same rhythm.
By Michele D'Agostino
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#25 Turning the tide on Arctic pollution | Our...

Discover how our remote Arctic beach clean in Svalbard cleared 500kg of plastic — helping to protect fragile polar ecosystems and wildlife.

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#26 Yachts for Science: Partners in polar...

Together, we are opening new frontiers – where travel, science, and conservation meet in the most remote corners of our planet.
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#21 Freya | The expedition ship that sails...

In a world dominated by giant floating hotels, one ship cuts a different wake. Meet Freya!
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#20 Decoding the Ocean | Meet the Scientists...

Dive with scientist Dr Maroni beneath the Arctic’s icy surface to discover ecosystems few humans have ever seen.
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#19 Introducing Polar Athena: Why Expedition...

Polar Athena shows why small-ship travel matters. With only 44 guests, micro cruises offer more time ashore, flexible routes, and a lighter footprint—making each voyage a more meaningful way to explore the polar regions.
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#4 What is Expedition Micro Cruising?

Secret Atlas offers Expedition Micro Cruises in the polar regions with just 12 guests in the Arctic and only 44 in Antarctica. Find out more about this authentic way of travelling with our in-depth article.
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#3 How Polar Bears Are Affected by Climate...

Scientists in Svalbard are studying the impact of climate change on polar bears and how these animals are adapting to the challenges.
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