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Yesterday's attempt at the Shetland Islands was a bust, again due to weather. Winds were blowing hard, and word was that all the ships in the area that had planned similar visits canceled their trips as well. This meant that we immediately turned toward the Falkland Islands and have now been at sea for over 36 hours. Expected land arrival …

Discover the top things to see and do in the Falkland Islands. (100 characters) Explore the top things to see and do in the Falkland Islands.

The best time to visit the Falkland Islands is in the summer and fall between November and March when the days are longer, the wildlife is active, and more of the archipelago is accessible to travelers. The Southern Hemisphere’s summer is opposite to the Northern Hemisphere’s, so summer in the Southern Hemisphere is winter in the north.

Planning a trip to the Falkland Islands is sure to bring up some questions. Our FAQ article answers some of the most common ones that we get from travelers. From packing suggestions to what accommodations will be like, this will hopefully help you feel better prepared for the adventures that await!

So you want to travel to the end of the earth--but to get to the end, you need to know where to start. Since no one trip will encompass everything Antarctica has to offer, it’s important to consider your must-sees and identify the best match for this once-in-a-lifetime trip. It’s also vital to remember that, being such an extreme …

Due to the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean, the Falkland Islands actually have fairly mild weather. However, weather is of course unpredictable, and it is even sometimes possible to experience all four seasons in one day! Packing appropriately is essential to enjoying your trip, so learn more about what to expect.

Though Falklands' history has included the influences of the French, Spanish, Argentine, and British, it is British culture that prevails in the Islands today. Seventy percent of the ~3,000 inhabitants have British and Scottish roots, though a scattering of Scandinavian names is a legacy of the whalers and sealers who resided in the islands in the 19th century.

This remote land might surprise you with the amount of history it beholds! Throughout the years, the Falkland Islands have actually been a source of major dispute. Learn more about these events and how they have helped shape the present-day Falklands.

Located north of the Polar Front, the Falkland Islands are not considered sub-Antarctic, but are a common stop for many Antarctica travels.