Around the World
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- Sea DaySince Punta Arenas we have had a Chilean Pilot on board to guide the ship through the fjords. We were fortunate that he agreed to do an enrichment lecture on… Read more: Sea Day
- Puerto Montt, ChilePuerto Montt is the gateway to Chile’s beautiful Lake District and Patagonia. Surrounded by volcanoes, forests, and the Pacific coastline, this lively port city offers scenic view and rich local… Read more: Puerto Montt, Chile
- Castro, ChileCastro is a city on Chile Island in Chile’s Lake District. Not much to report here. I couldn’t find an excursion that excited me, so Joe and I headed into… Read more: Castro, Chile
- Puerto ChacabucoWe opted for an excursion from a local tour company. It included the local highlights and a visit to the home of the tour company owner for kuchen and coffee.
- Sea DaysTraveling through the Chilean Fjords for two days. A glacier and a beautiful rainbow. Joe and I both finished a book while admiring some unspoiled scenery.
- Punta ArenasPunta Arenas is a city near the southernmost tip of Chile’s Patagonia region. Located on the Strait of Magellan, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, it’s often used as… Read more: Punta Arenas
- Cruising the Beagle ChannelThis day was devoted to cruising the Beagle Channel, a 240-km (150-mile) long, 3-to-8-mile-wide strait in the Tierra del Fuego archipelago at the southern tip of South America, connecting the… Read more: Cruising the Beagle Channel
- UshuaiaThe ship arrived shortly before 7 AM. Joe and I took our time getting ready and then had breakfast. We left the ship and were greeted by numerous passenger ships… Read more: Ushuaia
- The Drake ShakeThe seas were okay early in the day and I chose The Living Room on Deck 10 to read after brunch in Discoveries Restaurant. Shortly after lunch the seas became… Read more: The Drake Shake
- Antarctica Day 3The day began with an announcement about 7:40 AM from the bridge. The ship was “surrounded” by whales. I put on clothes and headed for deck 10. Sure enough innumerable… Read more: Antarctica Day 3
- Antarctica-Day 2We spent the day cruising the Gerlache Strait viewing fabulous vistas of the Antarctic Peninsula. There were occasional whale sightings. The captain slowed the vessel to less than five knots.… Read more: Antarctica-Day 2
- Sailing the Antarctic Peninsula-Day OneThe seas became noticeably calmer as the ship turned into Bransfield Strait by King George Island. King George Island is home to no less than ten research stations established by… Read more: Sailing the Antarctic Peninsula-Day One
- A Sea DaySunday Brunch was the first order of the day. One of my favorite things to do on the ship. Lots of food offered. I had eggs benedict, and a waffle… Read more: A Sea Day
- Eastern Falkland IslandHumans on the island-approximately 3500. Sheep on the island-700,000. Port Stanley has the distinction of being the most missed cruise ship port. And we made it! It’s a tender port… Read more: Eastern Falkland Island
- Day 3 at Sea-Approaching Islas Malvinas (The Falkland Islands)Last night we were provided a map and itinerary for the visit to Antarctica. Before that, though, is Port Stanley. Port Stanley has the distinction of being the most missed… Read more: Day 3 at Sea-Approaching Islas Malvinas (The Falkland Islands)
- Day 2- At sea on the way to AntarcticaA leisurely breakfast in Windows Cafe including fresh squeezed orange juice, scrambled eggs, link sausage, roasted veggies and a muffin. Joe was able to enjoy smoked salmon, avocado and scrambled… Read more: Day 2- At sea on the way to Antarctica
- Day 1 at SeaThe day began with a mandatory IAATO briefing on the regulations for visiting Antarctica. Afterwards, I went in search of a bridge game. But since all passengers had to attend… Read more: Day 1 at Sea
- Punta del Este, UruguayThis tour was a short drive around Punte del Este and then two wineries. It was a private tour with Wine Explorers Uruguay. There were seven in the group. First… Read more: Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Montevideo, UruguayJoe and I have been to Montevideo before. It was 2023 and the ship went the other direction to Rio de Janeiro. I requested proposals for wine tours from https://www.wineexplorersuy.com/.… Read more: Montevideo, Uruguay
- Embarkation DayAzamara Quest Report time was 9:00 AM for a city tour followed by drop off at the port. When the bus stopped to walk through the Sunday market and go… Read more: Embarkation Day
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