So. Georgia Island and Antarctica Recap

I selected this particular tour for one reason – South Georgia Island. Very few cruises stop at So. Georgia and most don’t have single cabins. In September 2019, when Vantage first announced this trip, I reserved it immediately. Unlike my other trips which were delayed due to Covid, this trip started on schedule – 27 months after I reserved it.
The ship had some new ship problems but they are very aware of what they are and I think they’ll be fixed. The Hotel Manager and Cruise Director were very open to our opinions of how to make it even better.
I loved my single balcony cabin. It was bigger than I expected and had a queen size bed. My room steward was very attentive especially when I was stuck in bed for 4 days.
The food was delicious. Breakfast and Lunch were buffet while dinner was ordered from a menu and served. The servers were very helpful and when it was rough seas they would carry your plate for you. The ship is not set up for room service so I really appreciated that they delivered my meals when I was unable to get to the dining room.
The open bar was unexpected but a very nice added amenity.
We had 17 members of the expedition team. They were very knowledgeable and friendly. Our Cruise Director, Patricio, also had experience with multiple expeditions to Antarctica and also provided information on what we were seeing.
South Georgia Island was better than I expected. Hundreds of thousands of penguins and thousands of seals. Antarctica is beautiful – icebergs, glaciers, mountains, and ice filled seas. Obviously, the wildlife was spectacular too.
The time spent in Buenos Aires was good to decompress from travel to BA and again after the cruise.. The hotel was situated near restaurants and stores. The local guides were excellent.
I had never done an expedition cruise before. I am now looking into doing another one.
This was the best trip I have ever been on. The small number of passengers, the expedition team, the ship, and the places we saw all contributed.
What is next? I have a reservation to travel to Egypt and Jordan at the end of March 2022. I am feeling confident it will not be delayed a third time. I hope you can follow me.
Thanks for coming to Antarctica with me!