International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators

The #AntarcticTreaty is one of the greatest examples of international collaboration and partnership. Article l - Antarctica shall be used for peaceful purposes only. Article ll - Freedom of scientific investigation in Antarctica and cooperation toward that end shall continue. Article lll - Scientific observations and results from Antarctica shall be exchanged and made freely available. ©️ @s_wisch

"We must always remember with gratitude and admiration the first sailors who steered their vessels through storms and mists, and increased our knowledge of the lands of ice in the South." 🗻🧊🇦🇶 - Roald Amundsen, 1912 in a lecture in Christchurch, New Zealand © @indiehousefilms

🌍 Happy World Tourism Day! 🗺️ It’s our belief that Antarctic expeditions with responsible and robust environmental practices at their core create among visitors a greater understanding of the environment, Antarctica’s value to global science and how changes to the region can impact us all. This is why responsible travel can create #AntarcticAmbassadors. ©️ @crizquinn

This #WorldTourismDay, let's remember the importance of responsible travel. IAATO's commitment to advocating and promoting the practice of safe and #responsibletourism aims to leave the region as visitors find it, and create Antarctic Ambassadors to support its ongoing protection. ©️ @jordanbanksphoto

"Membership to IAATO is no small commitment. The standards set are high and being a member comes with an enduring obligation to uphold Antarctic Treaty and IAATO protocols." 🇦🇶 - Laura Smith, Chair of IAATO's Membership Committee ©️ @sealcub

Did you know...? IAATO is comprised of 114 companies and organizations dedicated to advocating and promoting safe and environmentally responsible private-sector travel to Antarctica. Membership includes 47 operators, five provisional operators, 55 associate members and seven non-profit associate members. ©️ @rhiannonlawler #weareiaato #responsibletourism #responsibletravel

Throwback to our last in-person #polarguides conference in Sturbridge, MA in 2019. They may be literally poles apart, but Arctic & Antarctic expedition guides, leaders and operations managers working for IAATO & our northern counterparts the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) have reunited this week in Providence, RI for a joint discussion on responsible #polartourism. The importance of IAATO and AECO Operator’s field staff cannot be overstated when it comes to delivering our mission and vision, so IAATO works throughout the year providing webinars, guidance and resources to support them preparing for and delivering responsible expeditions South. Being a polar guide is a job with an incredible level of responsibility, so collaboration and shared learning is key! #PFSC2024 🐧🐻❄️

Applications for our Finance Manager post close today. Apply now! https://loom.ly/hkogmW4 🇦🇶 #hiring #finance

There’s only a few more days until applications close for IAATO’s Finance Manager position. If you’re a finance professional based in RI, USA and seeking a new opportunity within an exciting organisation, don’t delay - submit your application by end of August 16: https://loom.ly/hkogmW4 🇦🇶 #hiring #finance

Did you know..? The Antarctic Treaty does not have a set expiration date. Instead, it contains provisions for periodic review conferences to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness. ©️ @divergenttravelers