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Atlas invites cruisers to become citizen scientists with ORCA

Atlas Ocean Voyages is now collaborating with ORCA, the marine conservation charity dedicated to protecting whales, dolphins, porpoises and their ocean habitats.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

January 15, 2024

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ORCA ocean conservationists are aboard World Navigator in Antarctica this season. These specialists focus on raising awareness, collecting vital scientific data and actively contributing to safeguarding whales and dolphins.

The initiative aims to involve Atlas passengers in citizen science projects, enabling them to play an integral role in conservation efforts.

ORCA's OceanWatchers app

They also can participate in hands-on workshops and use ORCA's OceanWatchers app. By recording environmental and sighting information, passengers will contribute valuable data to understand the behavior and movements of marine mammals.

'This collaboration represents a significant stride in fostering a profound connection between travelers and marine conservation, benefiting the world's oceans and their unique inhabitants,' Atlas President/CEO James Rodriguez said. 'Together with ORCA, we look forward to fostering a deeper connection between our travelers and the incredible marine life they will encounter, ensuring a meaningful and enriching experience for all.'

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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