Planning an Arctic Cruising holiday? It must surely be a trip high up on most people's bucket list — engaging with icy landscapes and spotting incredible wildlife like polar bears, walrus and perhaps even elusive Narwhal. Witnessing the Northern Lights and encountering fascinating indigenous Arctic culture...

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Gearing up correctly ensures you can fully enjoy every moment, safely and comfortably. At ICEGRIPPER we have been providing cold weather anti-slip products to Arctic Cruisers for several years. We understand the challenges presented by cold and slippery conditions and our range includes products specifically designed to help you navigate these environments, enabling you to maximise the unique experience.

Most holiday itineraries include time onshore, where you will encounter snow and ice. This is where reliable traction for your footwear becomes essential. ICEGRIPPER specialises in products that improve grip on ice and snow and we can help advise you on appropriate boot wear which contain built-in on/off ice grip systems. Or, removable ice grips, which you can use with existing boots if you already have them.

Depending on what type of shore excursions are incorporated into your cruise, you might also want to consider Gaiters. Preventing snow and ice getting into your boots when walking on variable snow depth means drier, warmer feet and extends the time you can keep going on the excursion. Gaiters are also particularly useful for mixed terrain such as a Glacier Walk, where the start can be loose, pebbly, cruddy terrain before you transition onto snowier, icy underfoot conditions.

Don't forget about your Heads & Hands — the weather in Arctic regions can change rapidly, even on a short shore excursion. Consider the Thermic Waterproof and Windproof Forearm Length Mountain Overgloves. They are so light they roll into a small ball and can easily be kept in your pocket, ready to slip on over a lighter pair of liner gloves.

Alternatively, consider the shorter Thermic Weathershield Overgloves. As one customer noted:

"A game changer for keeping hands warm during ski lessons — I've never suffered from cold hands since using them."

A Beanie will allow you to walk around without the restrictions of a hood, whilst providing additional warmth if it's 'hoods up' weather.

An Arctic cruise is truly the adventure of a lifetime. By preparing with the right gear from ICEGRIPPER, you can enhance your comfort and safety, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking polar environment.

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