Antartica, the 7th Continent Day 1 - 4

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@edje: Am soooo happy for you, you made it to Antarctica! I felt exactly the same overwhelmed and deeply impressed and privileged when I set foot on Antarctica for the very first time. This was back in 2007, but still remember my time on that continent vividly! You're likely not there anymore, therefore my next advice isn't possible to follow up. When I was tripping around Antarctica, I as often as possible found myself in secluded spots, away from the group, from anybody, just by myself. In those moments, I had the deepest emotions in all shapes and forms. The connection with Mother Earth. The extreme circumstances people endured when exploring this part of the world. The remoteness of the place. And many other feelings and realisations, which in the end I may be able to summarise as: Majestic! My best encounter with life during the trip: 1) a sea lion swimming around our zodiac at a few meters distance and subsequently a 15 minute play catch and let go with a penguin before it killed it (not that I liked the killing, not at all, but wild nature so close by was impressive to watch, and 2) some kind of eagle coming to me as if it intended to attack and then decided to hoover in front of me for at least half a minute at a few meters distance watching me closely into my eyes before it decided to continue its patch elsewhere on the vulcano beach where all this happened. Looking forward to your next posts about this trip! And meanwhile, enjoy all the experience and hope you will continue to feel the same whenever I look back on what I experienced down south.

@gabrielatravels: Antarctica always feels less like a destination and more like a privilege. The contrast between luxury onboard and the rawness of the land is pure fascinating. 💚

@nanixxx: Ah, what a treat. An excellent anniversary celebration, truly epic! Hahaha… I loved the photos and the video, and how great that you used Raven’s music. It’s a pity for those who couldn’t walk there because of the slope. Understandable, as it looks extreme, but still sad not to enjoy everything to the fullest… Even so, I think that World Navigator must have been pure luxury. My mouth is watering again just thinking of that cake with strawberries, chocolate and cream… hahaha. Did you manage to make friends there?

@bozz: Wow, that does look like a beautiful ship! Plus the scenery... OMG. I have never been on a cruise and the idea of all those people in such a small space never really appealed to me, but a smaller ship like this I might be able to do.

@blingit: unbelievably jealous. Antartica is totally on a hit list. Though sounds like you were lucky in Drake, ive heard it can be a nightmare even in a fancy ship with decent stabilizers. enjoy

@kellyane: I can’t even imagine how cold that place must be, the mountains are already covered in ice. I’ve also seen some videos showing how beautiful it is, but the weather and temperature look so cold it could make you cry.

@leaky20: Wow looks incredible and sounds very well organized. State room is really nice. Makes sense to have the limits of people to protect the wildlife and habitat. Interesting. Happy anniversary! Great adventure to celebrate

@chris-uk: Lovely post, so many amazing photos. Looks like it was an amazing trip i do love the look of that ship it looks stunning and the room omg that room is way better than some hotel rooms ive stayed in. Glad to hear you have had a great time, have a good christmas

@terresco: This is a big experience. I would like to do the same once.

@lolitaanana001: What a nice expedition you had...a once in a lifetime experience going through this place..I think this is the most expensive type of travels in the world..you're very lucky to have this tripm.keep safe

@steevc: Never mind the penguins, what's with the automated window!?!? :) Those penguins are so hardy to survive there and we need to protect them. It's good to hear that they take so many precautions. Safety is more of a priority in such conditions. I hope they are extra careful not to leave anyone behind. It does look amazing and I'd love to go.

@ravenmus1c: The pictures and video look breathtaking! I am sure this was a lifetime experience, so great!! Thank you so much for using our music and for crediting! I appreciate! <3 !LUV !LOH

@kerrislravenhill: The continuing adventure following the foot steps of the explorers Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott at least a safer guided version of the polar spectacle. I put on a sweater while reading this. !LOL

@sofathana: Wow! 😲 I never imagined these tours were done on such luxurious boats. What an experience! 😍