"A brief look at paradise" Antarctica by K1W1

Antarctica Travel Guide: 1,197 reviews and 2,531 photos

Looking for something really different - look no further than a cruise down to the 7th continent. It's truely unforgettable.
I travelled down to the peninsular in the summer of 2000 - 2001 on the Russian ship 'Orlova'. We had very calm sailing conditions and the weather, like everything else on the trip was fantastic.
Unfortunately the scanning takes a while (I intend to get a negative scanner when I finish my current trip), so here are just a few shots of my trip to entice those who're thinking of visiting.

All photos are taken by me and unless otherwise marked, are copyright. Please do not use without permission. Thanks

Last visit to Antarctica: Jan 2001
Intro Updated Mar 30, 2006
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Reviews (25)

Packing List What to Pack (1)

Backpack, but as everyone is based on board, a suitcase is just as good. Warm clothes are essential. Gloves, hat, scarf... more travel advice

Visiting the penguin rookeries Things to Do (3)

Walking amongst and identifying the various penguin and seal species was so enjoyable. Take time out after you've got... more travel advice

Gotta go for an evening dip. Things to Do (3)

2 degrees water temp and 5 degrees air temp! There aren't too many people on this earth who can say they've been... more travel advice

Reflections Favorites (12)

On the trip down to the peninsular, we had a couple of days to spare. The Canadian staff gave us information on... more travel advice

Hotels (1)
All accomodation was on board.
Restaurants (2)
See All The international cusine was superb.
Transportation (1)
Russian vessel with ice strengthened...
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Comments (87)

Melissa-Ruston Aug 10, 2007 at 11:19 AM Report Abuse

I've Worked On This Ship! It Was A Very Exciting Job!
shaun12345 May 1, 2007 at 3:47 AM Report Abuse

awww thts pretty cute lol
Nemorino Jan 18, 2006 at 2:50 AM Report Abuse

Great iceberg and penguin photos!
Gerrem Jul 5, 2005 at 12:50 AM Report Abuse

Great iceberg picture. Not a place where I usually travel, but very intersting infos. Regards, Michael
Laurina May 11, 2005 at 11:30 PM Report Abuse

What can I say? It's not every day you come across such detailed and interesting descriptions on...antarctica! Well done :o)
jolou Jan 29, 2005 at 8:24 AM Report Abuse

Lovely photos & interesting info :o)
windsorgirl Jan 27, 2005 at 12:49 PM Report Abuse

Wow, simply stunning photographs. You are very lucky to have experienced this trip of a lifetime, thanks for sharing!
ExGuyParis Jan 20, 2005 at 6:02 AM Report Abuse

Out of this world! Your iceberg photos take my breath away... they look other-worldly, like a stage set. Superb.
melissa_bel Jan 8, 2005 at 8:34 PM Report Abuse

Anyone that has an Antartica page gets my nod just for having been there. Your pictures of animals and bergs are just beautiful.
Trekki Nov 29, 2004 at 8:59 AM Report Abuse

What a great page !! Antarctica is also on my list - for one day :-) Thanks for sharing these excellent pictures - I laughed myself to death reading your penguin story in Must-Sees :-)