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Last updated: August 2026
1. Introduction
AntarcticaCompared (the Site) is an independent editorial website operated at aurora-expeditions-vs-quark-expeditions.com. The Site is published for informational purposes only. It provides independent comparisons and editorial reviews of Antarctica expedition operators to help travellers make informed decisions.
By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
2. Accuracy of Information
We work hard to ensure the accuracy of all operator data, pricing information, ship specifications, and editorial content published on this Site. However, the Antarctica expedition industry changes frequently — pricing is updated seasonally, fleet compositions change, and operator policies evolve.
We cannot guarantee that all information is current at the time you read it. You must verify all pricing, availability, itinerary details, and operator policies directly with the relevant expedition operator before making any booking decision or financial commitment.
If you identify a factual error, please report it to contact@aurora-expeditions-vs-quark-expeditions.com and we will investigate promptly.
3. Affiliate Disclosure
AntarcticaCompared participates in referral programmes with some of the expedition operators it reviews. This means that when you follow a link from this Site to an operator's website and subsequently make a booking, we may receive a referral commission from that operator.
This commercial arrangement is disclosed in accordance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, and equivalent disclosure requirements in other jurisdictions.
This does not influence our editorial content or operator rankings. Our scoring methodology is applied identically to all operators, regardless of whether a referral relationship exists. No operator has paid for a higher ranking or more favourable editorial treatment. Full details of our approach to commercial relationships are in our Editorial Policy.
4. External Links
This Site contains links to external websites, including operator booking pages, IAATO (the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators), and other third-party resources. These links are provided for the convenience of users and for informational purposes.
AntarcticaCompared is not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or availability of any external website. The inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked site beyond what is stated in our editorial content.
5. No Booking Service
AntarcticaCompared is strictly an editorial and comparison resource. We are not a travel agent, booking agent, or intermediary for any expedition operator.
We do not accept bookings. We do not process payments. We have no involvement in any transaction between a traveller and an expedition operator, and we bear no responsibility for the quality, safety, or delivery of any expedition operator's services.
Any contract you enter into with an expedition operator is solely between you and that operator.
6. Intellectual Property
All editorial content, scoring methodologies, written analysis, and original graphics published on AntarcticaCompared are the intellectual property of the Site. You may quote brief excerpts for non-commercial informational purposes with attribution and a link to the source page. Reproduction of substantial portions of our content without permission is not permitted.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, AntarcticaCompared and its authors disclaim all liability for any loss, damage, or harm arising from:
- Decisions made on the basis of information published on this Site;
- Inaccuracies in operator data that have not been corrected at the time of your visit;
- Your use of any external website linked from this Site;
- Any booking, transaction, or dispute with an expedition operator.
This limitation applies whether the claim arises in contract, tort, negligence, or otherwise, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
8. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the relevant jurisdiction.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the date of the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
10. Contact
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