Spitzbergen   After a successful summer on Spitzbergen in 2009, the ‘Antigua’ will sail to Spitzbergen again in 2010 for several sailing/walking voyages on Spitzbergen. SPITZBERGEN Spitzbergen is one of the last true wildernesses of Europe. It has a rugged fjord coast, high mountains with snow-covered tops and immense glaciers. In the past the inhabitants lived of whale fishing. Hundreds of ships from Holland visited the waters around Spitzbergen. The many Dutch names, the still visible remainders of the tear-ovens and the hundreds of graves remind us of these times. Plant life is scarce, but very special. On the rocks and cliffs we find enormous breading colonies of seabirds. On land live mammals such as Arctic foxes, reindeers and Polar bears and in the sea we find seals, walruses and many different kinds of whales.   The accent of the voyages will lie on exploring the area. We will go ashore, with the use of dinghies, on a daily basis. An experienced nature guide will accompany you at all times. They will point out the special plants and animals, geological characteristics and historical sights. While ashore, the guides are armed as a precaution for encounters with Polar bears. We therefore advise you to stay with the group the entire time during the walks. ANTIGUA The ‘Antigua’ was originally built as a ship for the fishery. In the 90’ she was rebuild to a modern Tall Ship, with feeling for tradition and style. Next to the 8 crewmembers there is room for 32 guests. During your stay you will reside in comfortable two-person cabins, with it’s own sanitary.   VOYAGES You can sign up for the following voyages: AN01. Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen Embark: Monday 30 August 2010, 14:00 hours in Longyearbyen Disembark: Friday 10 September 2010, 12:00 hours in Longyearbyen Duration: 11 nights Price: € 2450 including meals, excluding transfer   AN02. Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen Embark:Saturday 11 September 2010, 14:00 hours in Longyearbyen Disembark:Tuesday 22 September 2010, 12:00 hours in Longyearbyen Duration: 11 nights Price: € 2450 including meals, excluding transfer AN03. Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen Embark:Wednesday 23 September 2010, 14:00 hours in Longyearbyen Disembark:Thursday 30 September 2010, 12:00 hours in Longyearbyen Duration: 7 nights Price: € 1995 including meals, excluding transfer Besides the two nature voyages we also offer a voyage that focuses on photography. Under the supervision of a professional photographer you will get the chance to make beautiful pictures of the flora and fauna of this remarkable destination.   AN03. Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen Embark: Wednesday 23 September, 14:00 hours in Longyearbyen Disembark: Thursday 30 September, 12:00 hours in Longyearbyen Duration: 7 nights Price: € 1795 including meals, excluding transfer For more information contact our shipping company on 0031 104364258.