Quark Expeditions History
Quark Expeditions was founded in what year?
1991
All of Quark Expeditions ships range in features however all are under a specific passenger capacity, which is_______
200 passengers
QE is well known for our Expedition Team, in fact, we pride ourselves on having the highest staff-to-guest ratio. Name THREE specialities of Expedition Team members that are guaranteed to be on every voyage (not included EL/AEL)....
Marine Biologist, Historian, Photographer, Geologist, Glaciologist
Ultramarine translates to.....
'Beyond the Sea'
In the 21/22 Antarctic season, Quark Expeditions will have a total of 4 ships operating. Name those ships.
Ocean Adventurer, Ocean Diamond, World Explorer and Ultramarine
Who are the original co-founders of Quark Expeditions?
Lars Wikander and Mike McDowell
Quark Expeditions welcomed the all-suite, all-balcony World Explorer in 2019. Name the country this ship was built and is registered in.
Portugal
Name the heroic Expedition Leader who recently assisted the impacted guests on the Ocean Endeavour.
Laurie Di Vincenzo
The Ultramarine is what ice classification?
A beautiful monument has been erected at Cape Horn to commemorate those lost at sea over the years. What animal is on this monument?
Albatross
What is the definition of a 'Quark'?
any of a number of subatomic particles carrying a fractional electric charge, postulated as building blocks of the hadrons. Quarks have not been directly observed but theoretical predictions based on their existence have been confirmed experimentally.
Formerly the Sea Adventurer, the Ocean Adventurer has been a passenger and staff favourite for years. In fact, in 2017 the OAD won a particular award. Name this award
2017 Travel Weekly Magellan Award
We currently have a total of _____ expedition team member bios (not including EL's) on our website
220
Ultramarine boasts many sustainability features, including an industry-leading waste management system (MAGS). What does M.A.G.S stand for?
Micro Auto Gasification System
Welcome the Ultramarine and her helicopter capabilities, Quark Expeditions has launched three new heli-adventure options in the 21/22 season. The heli-flightseeing is included. Name the two PAID heli options?
- Exclusive Heli-Landing ($395pp)
- Alpine Heli-Trekking ($495pp)
In 2017, Quark Expeditions pioneered a proprietary training program that was first of its kind. Name that training program....
Quark Academy
Although we have recently said goodbye to the Ocean Endeavour, she provided a wide range of cabin configurations to guests for years. How many different cabin categories are there on the END?
16
David 'Woody' Wood is one of the most loved Expedition Leaders at Quark Expeditions. Before joining the QE team, Woody work where?
At a pediatrics hospital
Per Andrew White..."This ship will be more than just a ship. It will be ___________".
an unrivaled operational base for polar adventures.
In 21/22 Season, Quark Expeditions introduces how many NEW itineraries, however one stands out as truly unique from anything we have ever done in the past as it has a South American cultural component. Name that itinerary?
Essential Patagonia
Sovetskiy Soyuz
The Kapitan Khlebnikov is one of the most powerful ships in the world. What is the level of horsepower in her engine?
24,000!
In Alex's recent presentation, he talked about his first trip to Resolute. From arriving at the airport to the beheading of the narwhal, how much time elapsed?
1 hour, 20 minutes
The ULT has a wide range of amenities in each cabin category but there are 5 specific features that every cabin category offers. Name at least three.....
Climate Control, Fridge, In-cabin safe, Individual Storage Space, Heated Bathroom floors
We welcome multiple special guest speakers on the upcoming Solar Eclipse voyages, Fred Espinak being one of them. How many eclipse expeditions has Fred participated in?
29!