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yes, you can visit Antarctica, but You’ll definitely need to get a permit for exploring. <ref name="Request" /> You must follow all guidelines and rules of the IAATO (International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators). <ref name="IAATO" /> |
yes, you can visit Antarctica, but You’ll definitely need to get a permit for exploring. <ref name="Request" /> You must follow all guidelines and rules of the IAATO (International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators). <ref name="IAATO" /> |
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| ⚫ | Activities in '''Antarctic Specially Protected Areas (ASPAs)''' or '''Antarctic Specially Managed Areas (ASMAs)''' must comply with the provisions of the relevant Management Plan. Many historic sites and monuments (HSMs) have been formally designated and protected. '''A permit from a relevant national authority is required for entry into any ASPA'''. Carry the permit and obey any permit conditions at all times while visiting an ASPA. |
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| ⚫ | Activities in '''Antarctic Specially Protected Areas (ASPAs)''' or Antarctic Specially Managed Areas (ASMAs) must comply with the provisions of the relevant Management Plan. Many historic sites and monuments (HSMs) have been formally designated and protected. '''A permit from a relevant national authority is required for entry into any ASPA'''. Carry the permit and obey any permit conditions at all times while visiting an ASPA. |
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According to Poseidon travel, in order to minimize risks and ensure the safety of all travelers and crew '''we do require everyone to be vaccinated'''. |
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The Antarctic Treaty and related agreements, collectively known as the Antarctic Treaty System (ATS), regulate international relations with respect to Antarctica. It was the first arms control agreement established during the Cold War, setting aside the continent as a scientific preserve, establishing restrictions limiting travel to scientific investigation, and banning military activity; for the purposes of the treaty system, Antarctica is defined as all the land and ice shelves south of 60°S latitude. |
The Antarctic Treaty and related agreements, collectively known as the Antarctic Treaty System (ATS), regulate international relations with respect to Antarctica. It was the first arms control agreement established during the Cold War, setting aside the continent as a scientific preserve, establishing restrictions limiting travel to scientific investigation, and banning military activity; for the purposes of the treaty system, Antarctica is defined as all the land and ice shelves south of 60°S latitude. |
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