Muslim explorers to the Antarctica will soon be able to take comfort in the knowledge that their meals will come from a fully Halal-certified kitchen – made possible by Albatros Expeditions’ Halal project, which is said to be the first of its kind in the polar industry.
Albatros Expeditions’ Halal-certified kitchen will come into operation in 2026.
The initiative is spearheaded by the company’s South-east Asia business development manager Rashidah Lim, an industry veteran and the polar industry’s only female Muslim expedition leader. She is supported by her colleagues in marketing, business development, and product divisions.
Jens Rasmussen, COO and board member of the Albatros Travel Group, described the launch of the first Halal-certified cruise to Antarctica as “an exciting milestone” for the company.
While travellers with other religious identities are welcome onboard, the Muslim-friendly environment means no pork or alcohol will be served. Guests are also not allowed to bring outside F&B onto the cruise ship.
Apart from Halal-certified dining, accreditation by CrescentRating, there will also be ladies-only hours in the onboard sauna every day.
