What the hell is "expedition cruising" and what's the difference?

[fschaefer4]

So here I am with this ideal of cruising. I'm sure my ideal will be changed dramatically when I actually start. I've always imagined far off places like Galapagos, NW Passage, Aukland Islands, Antarctica, etc.

Yes, I know, I have a LOT to learn and I'm probably naive.

For the record, I won't be jumping on a boat and heading to far off places. This will be something I have to build up to- working on other more experienced people's boats and taking classes.

Besides a boat se up for heavy weather, a hull that is stronger than the average fiberglass boat and self sufficiency needed to be in far off, unsupported places, what's the difference between regular cruising and "expedition" cruising?