Our captain shares his impressions and key takeaways after completing the Arctic Guide Course in Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
Where: Longyearbyen, 78th Latitude (very close to the North pole)
Why: It’s for Xploration’s Arctic Sailing plans that I came here in the first place. Every trip to Svalbard needs to be certified by the local government, and one of the key requirements is having a qualified tour guide. Studying to become one is not only beneficial from an organizational point but also a fascinating experience in itself.
Settings: The sun barely touches the mountain peaks, casting light on the frozen fjords and snow-covered mountains. The slow, polar shifts of daylight create that unique glow. Friendly locals, phlegmatically strolling past warning signs about the danger of meeting a polar bear—all pure magic.
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