by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 6:10 PM ET, Wed June 10, 2026
Aurora Expeditions is seeing strong demand from North American travelers, with U.S. bookings increasing 37 percent year over year for its 2025/26 Antarctic season.
“North America continues to be an important market for Aurora Expeditions, and we are grateful for the ongoing support of our valued trade partners,” says David Tanguay, head of global sales for Aurora Expeditions.
“This growth is encouraging and reflects the increasing interest we are seeing from travelers seeking small-ship, expert-led expeditions to Antarctica," Tanguay continued.
"More than ever, travelers are looking for meaningful experiences, more time off ship and a deeper connection to the places they visit—and that has always been central to Aurora’s approach.”
The North American performance comes as Aurora Expeditions delivered its largest Antarctic season to date, operating 30 voyages and facilitating an estimated 819 landings.
Meanwhile, bookings are open for Aurora Expeditions’ 2026/27 Antarctic voyages.
“As we continue to grow in North America, our focus remains on supporting our partners with the product knowledge, tools and expertise they need to convert this demand,” Tanguay concluded.
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