There is an appreciable difference between a vacation
and an adventure. A vacation is a period of time away from
your daily responsibilities that is dedicated to pleasure
and relaxation. An adventure is an unusual and exciting
experience, meant to test your limits, push your boundaries
and expand your mind.
No one knows this distinction better than Karl Kannstadter,
Director of Product at Quark Expeditions. Kannstadter and
his colleagues at Quark are not in the vacation business —
yes, they're a travel company—but they specialize in the
planning and execution of polar adventures.
Since their maiden voyage to the North Pole in 1991, Quark
has led thousands of travelers hailing from over 50 different
countries to the Arctic and Antarctic. Along the way, they've
achieved some remarkable firsts that have made previously
obscure regions of the North Pole accessible. Today, Quark is
commonly considered the leader in polar travel.
T H E W O R L D
Voyaging into the North
Pole with Quark Expeditions
BY BRENNA HOLLAND
PHOTOS BY ACACIA JOHNSON, ETIENNE TURMEL
& HUGO PERRIN, FOKUS2
VUE ON TRAVEL
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