Tag Archives: Antarctica

By the Numbers

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Agingadventurer

When I count the countries I’ve visited I may “cheat” a little. For example, I consider Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales all separate, not just UK which would only be one! I also include some Republics otherwise I might … Continue reading →

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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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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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Anticipating Antarctica

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Agingadventurer

I leave a week from tomorrow! My seventh continent has awaited my arrival for years and the excitement is almost overwhelming. I am nervous that there will be a delay in my flights, a government shutdown or an onset of … Continue reading →

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