Celebrating the Women Contributors of ExplorEarth on International Women’s Day 2026

Every great journey begins and ends with a story. This International Women’s Day 2026, we’re celebrating the incredible women explorers, writers, scientists, team members and photographers who have helped present, answer and explain some of the most pressing questions and extraordinary stories in the world today.

Through curiosity, adventure, insight and a deep sense of place, they bring the world to life across the pages of ExplorEarth. Below is a celebration of some of these stories and guides. 

And let's pay particular tribute to 98-year-old Patricia Herndon Pearce, who became the oldest person to visit Antarctica when she landed at Orne Harbour on December 12, 2025, during an expedition cruise.