That because you only have a small window of opportunity to cruise Antarctica,usually December and January. Try Orion cruise lines.

I went on the ship when it was Prince Albert II, and loved it. I got a suite, which had a living room, bedroom, huge walk-in closet, and marble bath with separate shower and tub, floor to ceiling windows and very small balcony.
The naturalists aboard were so knowledgable, and we went on excursions daily....weather permitting!

The experience was one I wouldn't trade for anything. Go, if you have the chance.

found a few yachts, like hanse explorer
including individual booking - this one in feb 2012 includes diving :eek:
http://newhorizonexpeditions.com/exp...ife-Expedition

Trip to Antarctica - I dream about it, since I was a child :) But I follow all the info and news about this amazing place. Recently I found a great web page about Antarctica and little creature krill :) Many photos, movies and Antarctica games :) Worth to visit: www.krillfacts.org

We were fortunate to go there twice. First time was on Quark Orlova and last year on Polar (ice-breaker).........it is an addicting place, truly the trip of a lifetime. Whichever vessel you take, have a wonderful time!!

As everyone should be aware after the disastrous Costa sinking this weekend, safety is the number one consideration in any cruise, particularly one to Antarctica. Choose your ship to the bottom of the world based on safety, not luxury. I wouldn't even consider a ship to that destination unless it were an icebreaker. My best friend has been hounding me for years to cruise to Antarctica, but she wants to go the "cheap" route. No way!

hull has nothing to do with luxury, but yes, you can compare hull types
speaking of which, is there a good reference on this?
and OTOH while i dont know the world's itin, maybe not as interesting after all

not sure how itins for largest ships even work?

if anything sinkings reinforce my preference for smaller ships, and not large ships