This narrow passage, situated between the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, is notorious for its rough seas and unpredictable weather. Somehow, this straits noteriety has remained in the shadows of its big brother, the Drake Passage. However, the Bransfield should not be shrugged off. Many travelers opt for a …

In the days following our successful crossing of the Bransfield Strait on to the Antarctic Peninsula, the weather and conditions cleared up for us quite nicely. This allowed for many excursions, both by zodiac and by land. One of the notable landings we were able to experience with the Sea Spirit on our trip was a visit to the well known Port …

On the morning of February 24th, following our day at the Penguin Post Office, we woke to the multi-lingual announcement inviting everyone to step outside and soak in the bright sunshine and glassy waters of Wilhemina Bay. Wilhemina is a protected cove surrounded by snowcapped peaks and rippling mountain ranges spanning as far as the eye can see. …

Camping on the frozen landscape of Antarctica is not for the faint-hearted, but for those seeking an unparalleled connection with nature, it is an opportunity to spend a night beneath the endless polar sky. Small expedition ships, equipped with expert guides and sturdy gear, allow intrepid travelers to venture ashore and set up camp on the …

I am going to break from the day to day listing of our experience aboard the Sea Spirit at this point in the blog to talk a bit more about the many many reasons that February and March are my favorite time to be in Antarctica. The day to day aboard the ship always flows in a similar manner,no matter the time of season you visit. Travelers are …

Ice is my favorite part of Antarctica. That being said, the Antarctic Inhabitants are truly what make Antarctica special. No trip to Antarctica would be complete without spotting Gentoo Penguins wobbling around their penguin highways, watching humpbacks breeching from the bow of your ship, and observing Weddell Seals basking lazily on small …

There is nothing so exciting as your first shore excursion, knowing that all those little tuxedoed feathered friends await your landing. As the zodiac nears the Antarctic coastline, a chorus of squawks and flapping wings signals the presence of the continent's most iconic residents – the penguins. Species such as the Adélie, …

On the morning of February26th we woke to a sunny day and the ship approaching an island with vastly different features than continental Antarctica. We were entering the mouth of a circular bay surrounded by exposed rocky craggy mountains and anchored to black sand beaches. On the shore stood historic looking buildings, what appears to be an old …

A trip to Antarctica is never JUST a trip to Antarctica. There are so many logistics involved in making your way to the literal end of the world! This trip was my second time voyaging to Antarctica and one of many visits to Argentina, however it was the first time I have been ble to share the experience with my husband. Knowing this, Taylor and I …