IAATO is a member organisation founded in 1991 to advocate and promote the practice of safe and environmentally responsible private-sector travel to the Antarctic.
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IAATO Reaffirms Commitment to Antarctic Ambassadorship with Update to Bylaws
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Applications Open for First Antarctic Fellowships of 2025
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"The stark emptiness of Antarctica that had drawn me and captivated me, the silence from deleting my music, and the stillness that can come from meditation had all combined to create a moment when it felt like everything unnecessary in the universe was gone. What was left was crucial and shimmering and perfect." - Colin O’Brady 📸 @vezzigianpiero
#AntarcticAmbassadorshipDay is TOMORROW, April 24! Please join us to celebrate our #AntarcticAmbassador community; from visitors, school students, polar scientists, field staff, and more who love and respect Antarctica, educate others about it, advocate for the region when opportunities arise, and protect it through everyday actions at home. 💙🇦🇶 Join our Antarctic Ambassadors community group on Facebook for a special giveaway tomorrow: link in bio
There’s still time to apply for this year’s #AntarcticFellowship! We're seeking early-career scientists, researchers, engineers, environmental managers, and other professionals. Download your application today: link in bio. 📸 @valeriacastiello_travel
Did you know... Antarctic fur seals rely on their thick coat for warmth rather than layers of fat like other seals. Their fur is made up of water-resistant, insulating underfur and coarse guard hairs. 📸 laumony_photos
