What an incredible trip so far. Tonight we enjoyed a BBQ in a snowstorm on the helicopter deck on the “H”, where the helicopter lands. Large ribs, chicken, and steaks were all being grilled. Every meal we have significant appetites because we are exercising so much during the day. We passed through the *amazing* and very narrow Lemaire Channel yesterday – with massive and jagged mountains providing the visuals on both sides as our ship broke through the ice floes – sizable icebergs floated by. Our captain wasn’t sure we […]

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Oceanwide Expeditions is a pioneer in cruise-based exploration of both Antarctica and the Arctic regions. Based in the Netherlands and with an office in Houston – their focus is on small ship Antarctica & Arctic cruise adventures to parts of the world that see relatively few visitors. Many of the staff on board have been with the company for years. In an environment where there is an extremely thin line for survival, safety is paramount; in this case experience is key and the staff are well trained and place significant […]

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