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Official travel advice is available by visiting the SmartTraveller Website

See applicable country for information.

Please consult a medical practitioner or contact The Travel Doctor for your specific risk to these preventable diseases and the appropriate avoidance measures. Australians travelling through the Arctic should also ensure that they have adequate travel insurance to cover the length of their stay. For further information, please visit the Smartraveller website, www.smartraveller.gov.au

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See applicable country for information. Communications while on board expedition ships may be limited.

There aren't really any shopping options while cruising the Arctic. See specific country information in regards to when you are on land.

Although not part of customs in the Arctic, tipping is an expression of satisfaction. Tips are not required but are used to reward guides for a job well done.

Cruising on expedition vessels are the best way to travel around the European Arctic. Travelling around the Arctic regions in Canada is best via a private journey, escorted trip or self-drive.

Staff on board the expedition vessels are multilingual.