Mawson huts, Antarctica

The 27-day “Icebergs & Emperors” voyage, departing Hobart, Australia, on Dec. 12, 2008, visits the wildlife oases of the sub-Antarctic islands, the east coast of Antarctica and the historic huts of Sir Douglas Mawson, with his great-granddaughter Emma McEwin on board.

Cruise-only prices aboard the 100-passenger ship Marina Svetaeva range from $12,290 to $23,190 per person. Contact Aurora Expeditions (182 Cumberland St., The Rocks, NSW 2000, Australia; phone +61 2 9252 1033, http://auroraexpeditions.com.au).