For guests who feel drawn to the sea and the polar regions, Las Loicas can also be the beginning of a much larger adventure: an expedition to Antarctica aboard Bark EUROPA.

Bark EUROPA is one of the only tall ships still sailing regularly to Antarctica. Originally built in 1911 in Germany, the ship has spent decades exploring remote parts of the world under sail and has become well known for her expedition voyages to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and beyond.

Leentje worked for almost fourteen years as Director of Bark EUROPA and remains closely involved with the Antarctic program today. Because of this long connection, Las Loicas naturally attracts many guests who are interested in exploration, sailing and remote destinations.

What makes a voyage aboard EUROPA different from most Antarctic cruises is the pace and style of travel. With a maximum of only 40 guests on board and an international crew of around 18 people, the atmosphere is personal, hands-on and closely connected to the experience of the sea itself.