ENGAGING COMMUNITY VISITS
BUILDING CONNECTIONS: COMMUNITY LUNCHES IN IKPIARJUK In 2024, two community lunches were held aboard Ultramarine in Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), part of a new initiative developed with local stakeholders. Community leaders emphasized the hamlet’s tradition of gathering over shared meals. Both events reached full capacity, with long lines of eager locals waiting to embark. The lunches sparked positive interactions between residents and the Quark Expeditions team, along with a noticeable uptick in local social media engagement. Building on that success, we’re exploring ways to enhance safety and streamline logistics for future onboard meals. This unique experience—exclusive to Quark Expeditions guests—aims to model reciprocal cultural exchange and foster meaningful, face-to-face connections in Arctic communities.
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