Antarctica cruise review: Fantastic adventure and crew!

Destinations: Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands, South Georgia

Highlights: Antarctic Fur Seal, Adelie Penguin, Blue Whale, Chinstrap Penguin, Southern Elephant Seal, Fin Whale, Gentoo Penguin, Humpback Whale, Killer Whale, King Penguin, Macaroni Penguin, Magellanic Penguin, Rockhopper Penguin, Wandering Albatross, Weddell Seal, Black-browed Albatross, Giant Petrel, Shearwater, Prion, Fulmar, Wilson's Storm Petrel, Striated Caracara, Snowy Sheathbill, South Georgia Pintail, Falkland Steamer Duck

Absolutely fantastic voyage on the Ortelius led by Sara and Captain Per! Sara did a wonderful job finding sites with lots of varied wildlife over the course of the trip, throughout predictably unpredictable weather (even the days too stormy for landings offered great views and were well worth the adventure). Her expedition staff – Jens, Koen, Bill with his hilarious cartoons, and many others – were not only helpful and informative, but also a joy to spend time with and learn from. Finally, I was blown away by the ship's crew; everybody was super kind, and the dining staff even went out of their way to remember personal preferences (plus the food itself was delicious). Since returning, I keep dreaming about this trip and thinking about when/how I can go back...!

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