by CJ | Feb 7, 2022, 12:41:33
| Reading Time 6 minute Winter Outer WearHats, gloves, gaitersSocksPantsmerino-shirtsMerino jammies, swimsShoes, blanket, laundryGear and camerasComputer & accessoriesSeasickness AidsLingerie and Laundry BagsMy carry-on Normally I’m a minimalist packer. But I had some...
by CJ | Feb 6, 2022, 12:41:33
| Reading Time 4 minuteDrake Shake or Lake You never know what you’re gonna get. The changing depths and the Antarctic Ocean are two of the factors determining lake vs shake. I was initially CRUSHED that we were going to be delayed in Puerto Williams for 24 hours due...
by CJ | Feb 6, 2022, 07:00:38
| Reading Time 1 minuteSo I’ve shared hiking, penguins, and kayaking, but some excursions are just a zodiac cruise around to see what can be seen. Antarctica waters are treacherous and many ships have become shipwrecks due to icebergs, glaciers and maybe even...
by CJ | Feb 5, 2022, 12:41:33
| Reading Time 4 minuteOur very first excursion in Antarctica was some frolicking fun kayaking. Iceberg experience not required. Kayak safety briefing absolutely required! Our first morning briefing (which should have been while crossing the Drake, but was at anchor...
by CJ | Feb 4, 2022, 17:51:15
| Reading Time 3 minuteWhen I saw a sale an epic Antarctic cruise in January 2021, I thought it would be a fabulous way to kick off my 50th birthday celebration year and check off my last continent. Being a savvy wanderer, I did some research. OK I did a lot of...
by CJ | Feb 3, 2022, 17:51:15
| Reading Time 4 minute Silver-ExplorerSilver Explorer in Puerto Williams at SunsetSilver Explorer On Deck Hot TubSilver Explorer Aft Deck DiningInitial Briefing by Luke Size matters. I say it all the time. And it always does. As I mentioned in my first Antarctica...