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Interesting idea...

Posted by lucky

... far south as Manchester is north) and hop on a boat. There is one Argentian ship, called the Ushuaia, which does tours to Antarctica. it takes about 50 passengers (the others take more like 150-500, which means that you don't land very often). We ...

Antarctica Travel Blogs

Posted by wakingdream

... know much about the region of Antarctica, me included. So, just for fun here are some photos and travel blogs from our own Travelpod members about Antarctica. I started reading through some of the different blogs and they're really good.

There go the Poles!

Posted by kiwi_surfer

Ive seen it for myself down in Antarctica. There is a seal down in ross island Antarctica that was frozen around 100 years ago. In the last 10 years it has started to slowly defrost... There are allot of other examples but its late and i need go to bed.

Antarctica

Posted by hdh

We went with Quark on the Shokalskiy, and I'd thoroughly recommend them. It actually wound up a bit cheaper to book through Adventure Associates in Australia than with Quark direct. Unless you're a particularly bad sailor, its worth going on a ...

Interesting idea...

Posted by rekuehn

... vessel had ever gone. We were slowed down by the ice in the water and didn't want to jeopardize our planned landings on the return. Antarctica is Spectacular! It was the trip of a lifetime - we liked it so much that we may do it again. Ruth

Does anyone know if raytheon still has the Contact in Antarctica???

Posted by bigjakesrq

This might be a stretch. I didn't know if anyone was blogging on here that works down in Antarctica. I had tried to get a job about 2 years ago down in McMurdo station. Raytheon had the NSF contract back then. Anyway, I was knew there was supposed to ...

Best Travelpods for the Poles

Posted by kiwi_surfer

I have worked in Antarctica twice now, its very enjoyable, but i wouldn't say its the ultimate work place. To be honest I think its overrated. I was asked to work down there next month, but turned it down. I worked on Mc Murdo station, an American ...

Antarctica video

Posted by starlagurl

Fantastic video from Antarctica...can't you just imagine you are there! And the penguins are so cute.

Are You Considering the Poles More?

Posted by raniroo

I have just spent the last 2 days trawling travelpod on Antarctica, reading blogs and seeing photos....I am seriously considering doing a cruise down there on an expedition

Skinny dipping in Antarctica?

Posted by baytvl

This photo is probably fom Deception Island, where the water flows from the volcano. The water is about 100 degrees. Every cruise ship that goes to Antarctica goes there for swimming......

Skinny dipping in Antarctica?

Posted by shaunna

... yet, but from what I hear, it's coming up soon, so I'll be sure to let you know how it is. I'm working on my Antarctica travelogue as we speak, so check it out if you'd like in the weeks to come. I'm a bit behind! (only 4 months&# ...

Skinny dipping in Antarctica?

Posted by sangefish

... a brisk Antarctic skinny dip at a dinner party. --Holly Corbett Hi Starlagurl, I came across this thread - Skinny dipping in Antarctica?, Would you? And with such an intriguing heading - i couldn't stop myself from clicking... I am only new to this ...

Skinny dipping in Antarctica?

Posted by shaunna

I'm happy to say that I WILL be skinny dipping in Antarctica!!! Well, I'll probably wear a swimsuit, but I doubt it will be much different. Regardless, I am leaving October 6th to work for 5 months where the penguins roam free and ...

Live sound feed from the ocean under Antarctica!

Posted by introducinlyric

When you listen to this it sounds like nothing, but be patient, soon you will hear currents flowing and rushing under the ice in Antarctica. It's peaceful, in a minimalist kind of way. like those cd's....

Live sound feed from the ocean under Antarctica!

Posted by starlagurl

When you listen to this it sounds like nothing, but be patient, soon you will hear currents flowing and rushing under the ice in Antarctica. It's peaceful, in a minimalist kind of way.

Best Travelpods for the Poles

Posted by beagui

... nice to mention oneself travelblog, but we have to defend the other Pole (the North one) from the overwhelming popularity of Antarctica (though probably we'd change opinion if we go there too....) If by any chance you are interested in Svalbard... ...

Skinny dipping in Antarctica?

Posted by starlagurl

Eek, this looks so cold and scary, I'm not sure if I would jump in the water in Antarctica, but then again...when are you ever going back?

Best Travelpods for the Poles

Posted by fourloves

Do imaginary blogs count? I could write about my experiences with the Shackleton crew... A penguin taught me french in antarctica once also, that was cool!

Antarctica

Posted by whereshegoes

Are you going from Argentina? I have heard of some great deals to be had from Ushuaia. Here are some links I found: Good luck!

Antarctica

Posted by krepitch

Hi. I just got back from Antarctica on the MV Lyubov Orlova. I booked my trip through Geographic Expeditions and the ship is leased by Quark Expeditions. From what I could tell, it was one of the better tours available. Please let me know if you have ...

Interesting idea...

Posted by kimberish

... . This austral summer I am working in McMurdo, a research station in the Antarctic Circle. For most purposes, I have been to Antarctica, but technically I am working on an island and have yet to set foot on the true continent. This is my second season ...

Featured Blogs

Posted by ericlussier

... 33; Susan Hi Susan, Not self serving at all. We're always glad to feature great blogs like yours. I've added your Antarctica trip to the featured blog queue. You'll receive an email when it appears on the homepage. Happy travels! Eric

Welcome to New Zealand

Posted by nztravelguide

... or to the edge of the continental margin Exclusive economic zone: 200 nm International disputes: territorial claim in Antarctica (Ross Dependency) Natural resources: natural gas, iron ore, sand, coal, timber, hydropower, gold, limestone Environmental ...

Another Worlds Best Job Contest: Blog Your Way to Antarctica

Posted by jeremystravels

... , the job where you live at a vineyard, etc. an Antarctic cruise company has created the "Blog Your Way to Antarctica" competition. Several bloggers from around the world are competing for the rights to a free trip for two to Antarctica worth &# ...

Destinations - The Poles

Posted by starlagurl

Brian, thanks for noticing. I did add a few subforums to the Poles category, but they are near Antarctica. Maybe I should just call it Antarctica instead? The other countries that you mention are already noted in their respective continents, so I can' ...

One Country in Each Continent

Posted by stereobread

... Australia's just one country after all): Papua New Guinea. It just seems so different from everywhere else in the world. Antarctica: Somewhere along the coast. Most of what would draw me to Antarctica is the coastal wildlife, as cool as it would ...

One Country in Each Continent

Posted by jeremystravels

North America - Random Carribean Island South America - Galapagos Europe - Ireland Africa - South Africa Antarctica - Below the Antarctic Circle Asia - Bhutan Australia - New Zealand I can't really say for sure with North America. Nothing is jumping ...

kiaora all

Posted by kiwi_surfer

... Im in East Timor at the moment, helping the country get back on its feet. been here for 4 months, got 2 months to go. I will write up a travel blog about both my trips to Antarctica when i figure out how to do it. I'm not the best with computers.

Cellphone interruptions

Posted by mmbcross

... that whenever I need a cell phone someone is always near and willing to lend me theirs. Courtesy is far from dead. I guess I would be in trouble if I had a problem in the middle of Antarctica. On the other hand, Antarctica is probably out of range anyway.

Top 10 Ruined "Green Travel" Destinations

Posted by jeremystravels

1. Cancun, Mexico 2. Santorini, Greece 3. Orlando, Florida 4. Kuta, Bali 5. Dubai City, UAE 6. Myanmar 7. Antarctica 8. China Beach, Vietnam 9. Costa Rica's Over-Developed Coast 10. Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania That is such a random list. ...

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