Monthly Archives: March 2019

Our Expedition Followed Early Exploration

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Agingadventurer

Before my trip, Swoop Travel suggested I read “South: The Story of Shackleton’s 1914-1917 Expedition” and I followed that up by watching  PBS’s “Chasing Shackleton”.  I wasn’t sure if I should be frightened or excited to sail those waters!  The … Continue reading →

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Frivolity amid the Frozen Continent

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Agingadventurer

The whales, the seals and the penguins all provided fun and endless fascination. I could have spent every minute of my ten-day stint in Antarctica watching them. The continuous chatter of the penguins to the growling seals made me laugh.  … Continue reading →

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Nature’s Finest Art Gallery

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Agingadventurer

A friend asked me what my number one takeaway from Antarctica was….took me a day or so before recognizing that the pristine beauty and the overwhelming silence was clearly a moving master piece!    Some of these photos are mine … Continue reading →

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Finally the 7th Continent!!!!

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Agingadventurer

It has long been a dream but obstacles stood in the way.  As a single woman travelling alone cruise ships “per person based on double occupancy” pricing was one of those.  Another concern was 10 days on a ship.  And … Continue reading →

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