Land is a scarce commodity in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean. The few scattered islands were never settled by indigenous people – it was not until the age of exploration in the 16th and 17th centuries that most of these islands were discovered and, in some cases, it was not until much later that they were settled. Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, among the most remote communities on earth, were not permanently settled until 1815 when Napoleon was exiled to nearby St. Helena. Despite being separated by hundreds of miles, many of these islands have a common thread. The Falklands, South Georgia, Tristan da Cunha, St. Helena and Ascension are all remnants of the once mighty British Empire, with the common thread of “Britishness” evident in their history, language, and culture. However, having developed in relative isolation, each has a unique character. Time spent exploring these remarkably distant, yet genuinely welcoming islands is immensely rewarding. And then there is the other end of this great swath of ocean with its cargo of exotic islands – the Canaries and the Cape Verde archipelago off the west coast of Africa. Both islands are known for their fishing and agricultural techniques. And both have a rich history that has helped make them a touchstone for natural and human history.

Enjoy and experience the exhilarating, legendary tonic effect of being at sea. Gain first-hand knowledge of some of the world’s most remote and romantic locales.

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