In an effort to safeguard the Antarctic Peninsula’s population of rare B1 killer whales, the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) will mandate acoustic mitigation measures for all member vessels operating in the region.

Lisa Kelley has been promoted to the role of Executive Director of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), spearheading the organisation’s mission to promote responsible travel to the destination.

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is introducing a raft of enhanced responsible tourism measures and short-term priorities as members prepare for the 2024/25 Antarctic season.

Azamara is one of five travel and cruise companies to be granted ‘Provisional Operator’ status to operate in Antarctica. The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) gave the boutique cruise line – along with Exploris, Polar Pioneer Management, Tecla, and Ultima – the nod effective 1 May 2023.

Members of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) will for the first time be required to provide their seasonal fuel consumption data when sailing in the Antarctic.

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has welcomed six new provisional operators into its fold this month, including four high-end cruise brands.

Luxury travel company, Scenic, has become only the second Australian firm accepted into the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) as a full-fledged operator.

Two Operators, five provisional Operators and five new Associates have joined the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO).