Daria Zandomeneghi is a volcanologist that has spent a number of seasons in Antarctica studying the volcanoes. She is now helping us advise customers on their own adventures to Antarctica.
Here she tells us about her favourite experiences on the continent:
Expedition Leaders on the MV Ushuaia
As part of my review of the MV Ushuaia I wanted to share some detailed thoughts and comments about their Expedition Leaders. We’ve had over 100 people ask about trip to Antarctica so far this year, and it surprises me that not a single one has asked about the Expedition Team. No-one asks… – who […]
Read MoreMV Ushuaia: Antarctic Cruise Ship Review
I was lucky enough to sail the M/V Ushuaia’s last voyage of the season in March 2014. My previous post described the extraordinary experience of exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Here I’d like to focus on my experience of the vessel and the expedition team that helped me do that. We boarded the M/V Ushuaia in the […]
Read MoreAntarctica – surprise and delight
Yesterday I returned to Terra Firma after 10 days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, and never have I felt the inadequacy of the photograph more keenly.
Read MoreDorothy’s Antarctic Peninsula Cruise
Dorothy and her husband returned in February from an 11 day Cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula. Here she tells us about her experiences on the trip… Was the Plancius a good base for your expedition? Yes definitely. We originally booked on the Ortelius but were asked to switch to Plancius (as Ortelius had been completely booked by a large group.) While […]
Read MoreLast Minute Cruises March 2014
We’ve found all of the cruises in March 2014 which still have availability. They range from 10 to 20 days and from around $4,000 to just over $17,000. Please do get in touch as we’d love to help answer any of your questions or help plan your trip. Look out for discounts of up to 20%! 8th March 12 […]
Read MoreTracy & Darren’s Antarctic Peninsula Cruise
Tracy and her husband returned in January 2014 from a Cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula. Here she tells us about her trip and her experiences in booking with Swoop and our partners in Antarctica…
Read MoreLim’s 12 Day Expedition Cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetlands & the Weddell Sea
In December 2013, Lim set sail on a 12 day Expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands & the Weddell Sea. Here he tells us about his experiences… ‘The trip was great. I will encourage all of my friends to go to Antarctica! Thanks for everything.’ Did you enjoy the activities and […]
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