But Why Antarctica?

I feel like there was a standard response whenever I told family and friends I was headed to Antarctica.  "Oh wow" and "but why there?"

It's a fair question. Traveling to the end of the world isn't for everyone.  Most people aren't sure of the logistics on how to get there, what you do when you're there or where you stay.  In all fairness, I was one of those people just a few years ago.  But trust me, it's not hard to jump on the bandwagon and I will do my part to recommend this trip of a lifetime to any and everyone that asks.

My first interest with this icy wonderland was purely based on mystery. It felt like a challenge to be one of the few people that experience its wonder.  My second interest came with the reality that my children and grandchildren have a strong chance of never seeing this wonder. More than a standard trip, the expeditions that operate to Antarctica have a strong focus on science, and widespread science at that. Whether it's climate, glaciers, birds, mammals or more, there are hundreds of professionals focusing on learning as much as possible about the world around us and the unknown of Antarctica.

The travel is long, the cost is high, and with a trip like this there are quite actually no guarantees. I am so extremely grateful for this opportunity and for the amazing experience I had. Do yourself a favor and book your turn next!