Arctic Whale Danger!

Q: What kinds of ships go to the arctic?

A:only special ships can go to the arctic. They must be very strong because of all the ice in the Arctic Ocean .Many of the ship are also quite small .The largest ones hold no more than 100 people. Most of them hold around 50 people. Some ships leave from small towns in northern Canada. Tourist  usually  have  to fly there from Montreal .People can also leave from cities in northern Europe or the northern part of Russia.

Q: What do people do on the ship?

A: Most ships offer classes very day. People can learn about the things they will see on shore .They can also learn about the history of the area. Who first found the area? What did they see there? There are also often classes about local sea animals,   like birds, whales , or codfish. All of these animals are common in the Arctic. Most travelers   say that their trip to the Arctic was very interesting. Some think it's the best vacation they've ever taken.

Q: When is the best time to go?

A: The best time to visit the Arctic Ocean is during the months of July and August. During these months the temperatures are usually above 45 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. In January and February, the temperature can be very col. During these months, ice covers many parts of the Arctic Ocean and ship cannot pass through. In some places this ice can be several feet thick.

    Reading By: Marya Humaid Al-Dahfri

Source: L.R.C

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