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Tourism in Antarctica and the Arctic is growing rapidly, but at what cost? Antarctica and the Arctic are changing. Rising temperatures are reshaping polar landscapes, ecosystems and global climate systems, while retreating ice is making these regions more accessible than ever before.
In the 2023–24 season alone, more than 125,000 tourists travelled south to Antarctica, with numbers expected to continue rising as cruise tourism expands. As human presence grows, urgent questions emerge about limits, regulation and responsibility in some of the world’s most fragile environments. Can tourism ever sit comfortably alongside conservation, science and global responsibility?
Join Associate Professor Julia Olsen and Doctor Hanne Nielsen for an Island of Ideas conversation, facilitated by Professor Elizabeth Leane, that explores polar tourism across both the Arctic and Antarctic to discover what the future may hold for these extraordinary places.
Island of Ideas invites all Tasmanians to join our series of free public talks designed to ignite conversation and curiosity across our community. Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the program brings together researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and community voices to discuss the issues that matter.
Stay connected by subscribing to our mailing list for updates or visit Island of Ideas to watch past talks and register for upcoming events.
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Event Venue
Stanley Burbury Theatre, Stanley Burbury Theatre, Sandy Bay TAS 7005, Australia, Sandy Bay
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