Fighting Climate Change in Antarctica Aboard Le Boreal

Through your active participation on this expedition, Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy is funding on your behalf the acquisition of a remotely-operated Hyperspectral Irradiance Sensor which we will be delivering to Palmer Station during our voyage. This highly specialized equipment will be used to measure the impact of climate warming on phytoplankton and will have a significant impact on the scientific and educational activities that make Palmer Station one of the foremost research stations on the continent of Antarctica.

PRICE PER PERSON

Expedition #101209 Dec 7-Dec 20, 2010

Owners Suite
Double occupancy….. $23,795
Single supplement….. $23,295
Premium Suite
Double occupancy….. $18,995
Single supplement….. $13,765
Deluxe Suite
Double occupancy….. $16,395
Single supplement….. $11,995
Prestige Suite
Double occupancy….. $13,695
Single supplement….. $9,970
Superior Stateroom
Double occupancy….. $11,875
Single supplement….. $5,840
Classic Stateroom
Double occupancy….. $10,795
Single supplement….. $3,300
Standard Stateroom
Double occupancy….. $9,995
Single supplement….. $3,060

ROUTE: Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Cruising the Drake Passage/Antarctica/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires

Please note: Prices do not include the cost for internal flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia. Please ask A&K for details.

Due to the nature of adventure cruising, this itinerary is subject to change based on weather, ice, wildlife and other conditions beyond A&K's control.

Day 1: USA or Canada/Buenos Aires, Argentina:

Depart on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina, the "Paris of South America."

Meals Served:

Day 2: Buenos Aires:

Arrive this morning and transfer to your hotel (where immediate check-in has been arranged), with time to relax before this afternoon's city tour. As complex as it is energetic and seductive, this port city has been the gateway to Argentina for centuries, bringing many porteños (as its multi-national people are known) into its boundaries. Although it is reminiscent of Paris, the true spirit of the city is evident in its diverse neighborhoods — each with a character as varied as the porteños themselves. Meet your fellow adventurers this evening for a welcome cocktail reception.

Meals Served: B

Day 3: Buenos Aires/Ushuaia, Argentina:

Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Upon arrival, enjoy sightseeing and a traditional Patagonian barbecue lunch. Later, arrive at your ship and settle in for your first night on board. 'Le Boreal' is a comfortable, stylish ship, both spacious and passenger-friendly. Wander the decks, relax in the lounge and mingle with fellow travellers in anticipation of your voyage.

Meals Served: B L D

Days 4-5: Cruising the Drake Passage:

The southward journey toward Antarctica is an exciting one. Fast-flowing southern ocean currents squeezing between land masses give the Drake Passage, the small strip of sea between the tip of South America and Antarctica, some of the world's roughest waters. An important trade route in the 19th and early 20th centuries, its stormy waters and icy conditions often made the journey around Cape Horn a difficult one, though the stabilizer-equipped 'Le Boreal' handles it easily. The krill-rich waters are a particular favorite with marine mammals and seabirds. Join 'Le Boreal's' naturalists on the deck to look for various species of whale and abundant seabirds.

Meals Served: B L D

Days 6-10: Antarctica:

As the Antarctic Peninsula and its offshore islands appear on the horizon, a sense of excitement and expectation begins to build. Shore excursions are carefully planned by the captain and expedition leader to take full advantage of each day's possibilities. On most days, two landings are scheduled. Head out in swift and versatile Zodiacs, guided by expert drivers and accompanied by lecturers, to a number of penguin-filled islands in the South Shetlands, which may include Half Moon, Penguin and Deception. Other possible island visits just off the continental coastline may include Cuverville, Paulet or Goudier. Weather permitting, the ship calls on the Antarctic Peninsula. 'Le Boreal' also plans to sail through stunning Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel, referred to as "Kodak Alley," with other possibilities for exploration, including a scientific research station and the remains of turn-of-the-century whaling and sealing stations.

Meals Served: B L D

Days 11-12: Drake Passage:

The ship's return through the Drake Passage is an interlude for recap and reflection, with time to compare notes with your lecturers on the wildlife, history and geology of the White Continent. While cruising through this historic passage, named in honor of Sir Francis Drake's voyage in the 16th century, you may be able to spot whale and seabirds such as albatross.

Meals Served: B L D

Day 13: Ushuaia/Buenos Aires:

Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport to board your flight home via Buenos Aires.

Meals Served: B

Day 14: USA or Canada:

Arrive this morning and connect to homebound flights.

Meals Served:

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Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

 •  Travel in state-of-the-art comfort aboard MV 'Le Boreal', the industry's first and only all balcony expedition vessel in Antarctica
 •  Visit a working scientific research station and other historical sites on the Antarctic Peninsula
 •  Cross the Drake Passage more smoothly thanks to 'Le Boreal's' advanced stabilizers
 •  Go ashore in versatile Zodiacs for a closer view of the land and wildlife
 •  Be part of an exclusive group making direct contribution to the long-term ecological research activities in Antarctica

INCLUDED IN ESCORTED PROGRAMS: Program prices are valid until January 2011 and include category of cabin chosen on board 'Le Boreal'; other accommodations as noted in the itinerary; meals as specified on land programs; full board meal service on board 'Le Boreal,' including open bar (excepting premium wines, premium liquors and champagnes); arrival and departure grouped transfers on scheduled days of arrival/departure; fully guided sightseeing as noted in the itinerary (including park and entrance fees); bottled water supplied during sightseeing in Buenos Aires; selected beverages with group meals on land; onboard services of A&K Expedition team including Cruise Director, Expedition Leader, naturalists and lecturers; Expedition parka and backpack onboard 'Le Boreal'; baggage handling of two pieces per person for international flights (other restrictions may apply for internal flights; please see BAGGAGE section); and hotel taxes and gratuities throughout.
** (Please see separate section on GRATUITIES for more detail.)

PLEASE NOTE: Extension Programs are locally guided.

**GRATUITIES ON CRUISE PROGRAMS: Gratuities are included for land based hotel/restaurant staff, porterage and local guides/drivers; Gratuities are also included forthe A&K Expedition team and crew on board 'Le Boreal.'

** GRATUITIES ON INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS (TAILOR MADE): Gratuities are not included in the program price and are at the discretion of the traveller. Recommended guidelines are provided in A&K's pre-tour documentation.

NOT INCLUDED IN QUOTED CRUISE PROGRAM PRICES: Passenger Travel Protection Program; international and internal airfares, unless otherwise noted; costs associated with obtaining passports or entry visas; airport departure taxes unless otherwise noted, Argentinean Reciprocity Fee, Chilean Reciprocity Fee, excess baggage charges; meals other than specified in the itinerary; beverages other than noted in your "Pre-Tour Documentation"; sightseeing not included in the itinerary; room service; personal expenses such as laundry, communication charges and optional activities (which are subject to availability).

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES: A&K guarantees the departure of cruise programs excepting in cases of force majeure (this includes any major world event that adversely affects international travel patterns and other circumstances beyond A&K's control). Charter flights will require a minimum and maximum number of passengers to operate and is subject to availability. Should the minimum number of passengers not be met, A&K will offer one of the following options: modify the flight services to accommodate a smaller group or offer an alternative flight option, which may incur an additional cost.

ITINERARIES: Accommodations (hotel or vessel) and arranged sightseeing are subject to change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond A&K's control. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but alterations may occur after the final itinerary has been issued. A&K also reserves the right to withdraw a program or any part of it, to make such alterations to the itinerary or the program inclusions as it deems necessary or desirable, and to pass on to program members any expenditures or losses caused by delays or events beyond its control.

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Specific requests such as adjacent or connecting rooms, bedding requests, smoking or non-smoking rooms and special dietary needs should be advised at time of booking. Please note that every effort will be made to secure your special requests; however, they cannot be guaranteed.

PRICES AND ARRANGEMENTS: Quoted program prices include planning, handling and operational charges, and are based on current rates of exchange, tariffs and taxes as of September 2009. A&K reserves the right to increase program prices to cover increased costs, tariffs and taxes received after prices are published, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange markets. A&K is under no obligation to give breakdown costs involved in any Escorted or Tailor Made program. Modification of program content to accommodate a smaller group size will not affect published program price.

IMMEDIATE CHECK-IN: On programs where immediate check-in has not been included in the program price, A&K does request that hotels do their utmost to facilitate this service; however, it is not guaranteed. Most hotels allow check-in to take place during the mid-afternoon. Should you wish to have your room ready for immediate check-in upon arrival, A&K can arrange this for an additional charge. Please ask for details and prices.

EARLY ARRIVAL: A&K recommends that you arrive a day or two before the start of your program to allow time to relax and refresh after your journey and to prepare for the start of your program. A&K has negotiated special overnight rates at many hotels contained within this brochure. Please ask for details at time of booking. Departing early from the U.S. is also recommended in the winter months, due to possible flight disruptions and cancellations caused by inclement weather conditions.

ACTIVE ELEMENTS: On specified programs, some active elements have been incorporated into the itinerary. To enjoy the program as intended, a minimum level of fitness is required. A&K will require notice if any participant has any physical or other condition or disability that could create a hazard to himself or herself or to other members of the selected program. A&K reserves the right to decline to accept anyone that it considers unsuitable due to fitness level. A&K also reserves the right to remove from the trip, at the participant's own expense, anyone whose condition is such that it could create a hazard to himself or herself or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers on the trip. Should you have any questions or need any clarification about a specific program, please ask for details at time of booking.

BAGGAGE: Program prices include the handling of two pieces of baggage per person. Weight restrictions on some routes on internal air flights may apply; details will be provided with preliminary tour documentation. Baggage and personal effects are at owner's risk throughout the travel program. Please check with your international carrier for other baggage restrictions applicable to your international flights.

A&K's Passenger Travel Protection Program: Our specially designed travel protection program, which provides cancellation coverage, medical coverage and protection against lost or damaged luggage, is not included in the program price and it is strongly recommended. Due to Antarctica's remote location, A&K requires proof of a minimum of $50,000 per person in Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation insurance. This minimum amount is included in A&K's Travel Protection plan (please see page 45 for more details); upgrades can be purchased for higher coverage on request. If you do not purchase the A&K protection plan, we will require proof of alternative coverage. PLEASE NOTE: Emergency evacuation insurance provides for covering the cost associated with emergency evacuation and repatriation up to the limits of the respective policy; however, it does NOT guarantee the timing, method or mode of such evacuation and repatriation, which is subject to weather and other conditions or variables outside of A&K's control.

CHILD POLICY: On non-family programs, unless otherwise indicated on the individual program page, a minimum age of 10 years is required. On the December 17 family departure (Voyage #101219), a minimum age of 7 is required. Special rates on Voyage #101219 apply for children ages 7-18 travelling with a full-fare-paying adult passenger.

PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Valid passports are required for travel to the destinations in this brochure. Check with your travel agent or A&K for the latest visa requirements. Please note that non-U.S. passport holders are responsible for obtaining the required documentation applicable for entry. Please note also that passports must be valid for six (6) months after the return of your journey and should also have sufficient blank pages for visas and immigrations stamps. A&K cannot be held responsible should you be denied entry to a country due to non-compliance with these requirements. A copy of your valid passport must be submitted to A&K in order to confirm air reservations.

CHILEAN RECIPROCITY FEE: U.S. citizens are required to pay a reciprocity fee of $131, payable in cash or by credit card; this one-time charge is good for the life of the passport.

ARGENTINEAN RECIPROCITY FEE: U.S. citizens are required to pay a reciprocity fee of $131, payable in cash or by credit card at Buenos Aires Ezeiza International Airport. Once paid, the fee permits multiple entries into Argentina for ten years in accordance with United States visa reciprocity.

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE: For all programs in this brochure, a deposit of $1,950 per person is required at the time of booking. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. If your reservation is made within 90 days of departure, the entire cost of the trip must be paid at the time of the request in order to secure confirmation.

CANCELLATION CHARGES: Cancellations received by A&K 90 days or more prior to departure will be subject to a $500 per person/per program cancellation fee; 89-60 days, will be subject to 20% of the program price; 59-45 days will be 50% of program price; and 44 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price. A 100% cancellation charge applies to internal air cancelled less than 90 days prior to departure, where applicable. PLEASE NOTE: A 100% cancellation charge applies if internal air cancellation is received 89 days or less prior to departure.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR EXTRA SERVICES: Additional hotel nights and other extra services booked in connection with A&K programs are subject to the following: Cancellations received 31 or more days prior to the service will be refunded in full; cancellations received 30-15 days in advance will be charged 50% of the price; cancellations received less than 15 days in advance will be charged 100% of the price.

AIR TRANSPORTATION: International airfares are not included in program cost. Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC has special agreements with many carriers and can offer quotations from any gateway. Please ask your tour consultant about our special fares. All international and internal air quotes are subject to change and can carry penalties and surcharges, until final payment has been received by A&K. Flight confirmation is based on availability. PLEASE NOTE THAT CERTAIN AIRFARES ARE SUBJECT TO A SERVICE FEE. Air reservations will not be confirmed until a passport copy is received by A&K.

Airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their planes or conveyances. These programs may use the services of any IATA carrier. International air carriers are subject to international air conventions limiting their liability. The limitations of liability are contained on the reverse side of the airline ticket or e-ticket receipt, or on the carrier's web site, and form part of the terms and conditions of this package. The passage contract in use by these companies, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the companies and the purchaser of these travel programs and/or passage.

CLAIMS AND REFUNDS: Refunds are not made for any missed services, except for verifiable extenuating circumstances. Please see our Limits on Abercrombie & Kent's Responsibility clause on this page. For verifiable claims to be considered, they must be received in writing within 30 days of the termination of the program and be accompanied by supporting documentation and/or a statement from the local destination company verifying the claim. Any adjustment considered will be based on the actual price of the services involved and not on a per diem basis. Adjustments will not be made for unused sightseeing trips or meals. A&K will not accept any liability for any claims that are not received within 30 days of the termination of your travel program. All claims for days missed while travelling should be made in writing within 30 days of the termination of the program.

PHOTOGRAPHY DURING TRAVEL: Abercrombie & Kent reserves the right to take photographs during the operation of any program or part thereof and to use them for promotional purposes. By booking a program with A&K, program members agree to allow their images to be used in such photographs. Program members who prefer that their images not be used are asked to identify themselves to their Tour Director at the beginning of their program.

A&K TAILOR MADE TRAVEL PROGRAMS: Terms and Conditions for the A&K Tailor Made Travel programs and Tailor Made Portfolio hotels may vary from those shown above. Please ask for details.

**GRATUITIES ON INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS (TAILOR MADE). Gratuities are not included in the program price and are at the discretion of the traveller. Recommended guidelines for each area visited are provided in A&K's pre-tour documentation.

LIMITS ON ABERCROMBIE & KENT'S RESPONSIBILITY: Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, its employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents and assigns (collectively A&K), does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip. It purchases transportation (by aircraft, coach, train, vessel or otherwise), hotel and other lodging accommodations, restaurant, ground handling and other services from various independent suppliers (including from time to time other affiliated Abercrombie & Kent companies). All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result A&K is not liable for any negligent or willful act of any such person or entity or of any third person.

In addition and without limitation, A&K is not responsible for any injury, financial or physical loss, death, inconvenience, delay or damage to personal property in connection with the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from but not limited to acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war, civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of services, food poisoning, mechanical or other failure of aircraft or other means of transportation or for failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time.

There are many inherent risks in adventure travel of the type involved here, which can lead to illness, injury, or even death. These risks are increased by the fact that these trips take place in remote locations, far from medical facilities. Passenger assumes all such risks associated with participating in this trip.

TRAVEL ADVISORIES AND WARNINGS: It is the responsibility of The Traveller to become informed about the most current travel advisories and warnings by referring to the U. S. State Department's travel web site at travel.state.gov or by phone at 1-888-407-4747. In the event of an active State Department Travel Warning against travel to the specific destination location(s) of the trip, should The Traveller still choose to travel, notwithstanding any travel advisory or warning, The Traveller assumes all risk of personal injury, death or property damage that may arise out of the events like those advised or warned against.

ARBITRATION AGREEMENT: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions, to the Limits on Abercrombie & Kent's Responsibility clause, to the brochure, to any information relating in any way to the trip, to the trip itself, or to any products or services related to the trip, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration in Chicago, Illinois, in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association, except that (a) in lieu of a personal appearance at arbitration, the arbitration may be conducted by telephonic means, (b) arbitration is the exclusive forum for dispute resolution (no court actions), and (c) except as otherwise provided by statute, each party shall bear its own costs and expenses and an equal share of the arbitrator and administrative fees.

TRAVELLERS REPRESENTATIONS: The Traveller represents that neither he nor she nor anyone travelling with him or her has any physical or other condition or disability that could create a hazard to himself or herself or other members of the program. A&K reserves the right to decline to accept anyone on a trip. A&K reserves the right to remove from the trip, at his or her sole expense, anyone whose condition is such that he or she could create a hazard to himself or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers on the trip.

ANY PAYMENT TO ABERCROMBIE & KENT CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET OUT HEREIN AND IN MORE SPECIFIC PRE-DEPARTURE PASSENGER DOCUMENTATION, INCLUDING THE PERSONAL INFORMATION FORM.

ABERCROMBIE & KENT ACCEPTS ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS.

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