John’s Polar Adventures

Today we were able to visit a Polish research station that is rarely open to visitors. They gave us a great presentation on their research and how it relates to climate change. They also gave us a glimpse into what it is like to live in the Arctic, even in the winter when it is 24 hours of darkness. We stayed for only a short period of time and were able to play with their giant huskies for a bit before heading back to the boat.

In the afternoon, we took our last zodiac tour in a fjord with a huge amount of glaciers. We saw a few seals and patiently maneuvered through all of the icebergs and sea ice that accumulated in the bay.

Although I won’t be back in the States until Saturday, being that it is the last day on the boat, it has provided us with a great opportunity to reflect on all of the amazing experiences we have had since we have embarked. We have been blessed with great weather and water, a friendly and confident group of cruise staff, and incredible luck with wildlife viewing. The combination of all of these factors has really helped make this experience an unforgettable one!