Sunniva Sorby claims her role as 'Godmother' of the HX Nansen is vital for polar education

In 1993, four remarkable women, including Sunniva Sorby, Ann Bancroft, Sue Giller, and Anne Dal Vera, accomplished an impressive feat by skiing to the South Pole, marking a significant milestone in the history of women's exploration in Antarctica. This journey shattered previously held notions about women's abilities, as they became the first all-female team to complete this challenge, celebrating a new era of female accomplishments in the harshest of environments. While men had dominated Antarctic exploration for centuries, their success opened doors for women's contributions to this field. Over the years, women have continued to achieve significant milestones in Antarctica, furthering the legacy of female explorers. Today, Sunniva Sorby not only recalls her adventurous journey but also serves as the Godmother of the HX Nansen, an expedition-style cruise liner operating in Antarctic waters. On this cruise, she engages passengers with insightful presentations about her experiences and the importance of Antarctica, inspiring a new generation of adventurers and highlighting the changing dynamics in polar exploration.