Tag: Antartica

Drake Shake & Fake Luggage: The perfect ending to our Hilarious Antarctica Pre-Christmas Adventure

January 12, 2026

What a way to wrap up the trip of a lifetime! Just when we thought we’d seen it all — penguins, icebergs, the whole frozen wonderland — Mother Nature decided to throw in a bonus magical snowfall as our parting gift. The Drake crossing? Surprisingly civilized. More wobbly cocktail party than shake-your-teeth-out rollercoaster. We’ll take … More Drake Shake & Fake Luggage: The perfect ending to our Hilarious Antarctica Pre-Christmas Adventure

Last Landings, Baby Penguins, and a Surprise Drake Encore

January 11, 2026

Y’all, today felt like a well rested day after winning the lottery—our zodiac wasn’t scheduled until 9:30 a.m.! We pulled into Half Moon Island at 7:30, but getting to sleep past 6 a.m. felt downright luxurious. Heaven, I tell you. Half Moon Island gave us our grand finale landing, and it didn’t go easy on … More Last Landings, Baby Penguins, and a Surprise Drake Encore

Continental Touchdown, Homemade Igloo Steps, and One Crazy Polar Plunger

January 10, 2026

Y’all, today was another stunner—sun shining, clear blue skies, and an 8 a.m. zodiac call that felt like a genuine treat. I’ll take that extra hour of sleep any day, thank you very much. We arrived at Portal Point on the Reclus Peninsula, and I swear it looked like Santa had already delivered Christmas early. … More Continental Touchdown, Homemade Igloo Steps, and One Crazy Polar Plunger

Penguins, Predators, and Ice That Looks Like It Came From My Freezer

January 9, 2026

Not too shabby of a wake-up today—if you call a 7:20 a.m. zodiac ride “sleeping in.” Our bodies are on Antarctic autopilot now: roll outta bed, chug coffee, scarf breakfast (unless we’re leaving early, then eat later), pile on three layers, and wait our turn. Twice a day, every day. But I wouldn’t trade these … More Penguins, Predators, and Ice That Looks Like It Came From My Freezer

Hello, Antarctic Peninsula – The “Banana Belt” of the White Continent

January 8, 2026

Y’all, we finally made it! After days of rolling around like marbles in a tin can (and one very fancy lobster brunch), we’ve reached the Antarctic Peninsula—the long, skinny finger of Antarctica that points toward South America like it’s begging for a ride home to warmer weather. I’ve added some slideshows to make it easier … More Hello, Antarctic Peninsula – The “Banana Belt” of the White Continent