How to choose the right cabin for a polar expedition

On an expedition ship, you spend most of your waking hours on deck, in zodiacs or ashore. Your cabin is where you recover — so comfort and location matter more than square metres.

Lower, mid-ship cabins move the least in rough seas like the Drake Passage. If you're prone to seasickness, prioritise position over a balcony.

Balcony suites shine in the Arctic summer, when the midnight sun lets you watch the pack ice drift past at 2am from the privacy of your own space.