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Where is Antarctica?

The southern most continent in the world
What is Antarctica's area?

14 million km2
What percentage is ice?

98%

What is the lowest recorded temperature?

-89.2 degrees Celsius

Are there any inhabitants?

No, researchers only

What are three attractions?


Aurora Australis


Penguins- Adelie and Gentoo


Sea mammals- Whales- Fin Back and Blue Back

How do tourists usually get to Antarctica?

From Ushuaia (Argentina) to Mikkelsen Harbour (Antarctica)
How did the number of tourists change between 1993 and 2008?

Increased from 9000 to 46,000
What percentage of tourists are American and British?

39% American


15% British


What are two impacts of tourism?


Contamination of ecosystems


2007 MS Explorer sank and cause oil spill


What is the IAATO?


The International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators



What do IAATO do?

Regulate companies for sustainability

What are two examples of IAATO's rules?


Boats limited to 500 passengers


No walking within 5m of wildlife

How many countries have signed the Antarctic Treaty 1961?

47
What are two general rules of the continent?


Visitors cannot go to SSSIs


Permits must be obtained

Who does the Antarctic Act of 1994 affect?

British citizens who disobey Antarctic regulations

What are the two penalties of violating a USA permit?

1 year prison sentence


$11,000 fine