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In Part 26, I quickly recap the morning's cruise and then take you around for the final views of Antarctica as we head north. The scenery was unbelievable for these last couple hours, with a dramatic sky, rugged mountains, and chiseled icebergs. With air so clean, you can see every detail of mountains that are probably 100 miles away. I admit, I cried a little as I did my laps and looked for the last time at this amazing place. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Absolution” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 25, we start our last day in Antarctica on the ship's top deck, enjoying hamburgers and a gorgeous sunny view. Then we hop into a zodiac for some cruising through mirror-like ice fields and around some of the biggest icebergs yet. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Stars In Her Skies” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 24, you join be at the back of the boat as I recap the day in Dorian Bay and the night of sailing with whales. I'm so satisfied with my first real kayaking adventure and the best whale tail shot I've captured yet! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 23, I stay up late again to capture the dramatic skies and stark beauty of the channel we were traveling through. The promise of whale-rich waters pays off with a few humpback visitors by the end. Enjoy the photos and videos of this scenic evening! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Inbound” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 22, you follow me through my entire day, from morning walk impressions to kayaking to hiking and back to the ship. It was an exhausting day after such a late night, but I pushed through and made a few penguin friends along the way. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Time is not Infinite” by Steffen Daum is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License http://ko-fi.com/steffendaum “Soar” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 21, we sail as far south as we can go. I stayed out on the deck until midnight to get these stunning photos and videos of the sunset at the bottom of the world, so enjoy! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Inflection” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 20, you join me on deck for a little recap of the day and some spontaneous whale spotting. Watch to the end for a special peek at what 12:30am looks like in the Antarctic summer. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 19, the sun is out and you hop in a zodiac with me to cruise through the harbor and enjoy some spectacular views. We even spotted a few seals! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Light in Dark Places” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 18, you join me on a morning hike to the top of a mountain on the actual continent of Antarctica. Not an island today! I take you with me as I crest the hill and get my first glimpse of the incredible view. At the top, I find chinstrap penguins, dramatic scenery, and even spot a couple humpback whales down in the harbor. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Awakening” by Steffen Daum is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTbYuMuIlARYIbQNNaPkgrg “Hydrosphere: Whales of the North” by Vadim Krakhmal is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License https://soundcloud.com/jeaniro

In Part 17, you join me in my cabin (and eventually the hot tub) to recap the amazing day on and around Danco Island. What was the secret to getting that penguin to come right up to me? Watch and find out! And wish me luck with all the big plans for tomorrow! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 16, you hop in a zodiac with me for a cruise around the icebergs of Danco Island. No words, just spectacular, unique, organic pieces of frozen art. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Omega” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 15, you hike with me to the top of a mountain on Danco Island. I enjoy the most spectacular views and some very close encounters with a couple really curious penguins. Truly a thrilling way to start the morning! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Sleep” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 14, I wrap up the day with a recap of the afternoon, and I have so many good things to say about the crew. If you ever go to Antarctica, do it with Hurtigruten. Best cruise ever! I also preview a few of the exciting plans for tomorrow. Goodnight! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 13, you join me in my cabin as I fill you in on the curious fun of a snow day. Although I was disappointed that the landing was canceled and we were confined to the ship, I discovered that getting to know my fellow passengers was an unexpected treat. It's something that makes this particular journey more special than most. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 12, I wake up to an announcement of “real Antarctic weather” and I take you with me as I venture outside to see what exactly that means. Brace yourself for a snow and wind! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Local ElevatorbyKevin MacLeodis licensed under aCreative Commons Attributionlicense (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source:http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012 Artist:http://incompetech.com/ “Snowfall” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 11, I get way too excited over a whale. Freshly back in the warmth of my cabin, I recount the thrilling encounter and share some pictures that are way more underwhelming than they felt at the time. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 10, you join me in my cabin as I recap the day's adventures and share some of the photos and videos I captured, including my polar plunge technique! And do the arctic waters hold some kind of beauty secret? You be the judge. I also reflect on some of the new friends I've made, which is an amazing part of traveling solo. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 9, you join me on another excursion, this time to a volcanic island. I really enjoyed the hike, despite the struggle of walking on volcanic gravel and the gale force winds. The winds did give me a chance to do my favorite thing: the windy hair test! And after the hike, it was the moment of truth as I stripped down to my swimsuit and jumped into the Arctic Sea for a real polar plunge. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ "Savfk - The Travelling Symphony" is under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://youtu.be/yIF56YN5M_Q Original music by Savfk (www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic)

In Part 8, you join me in my cabin as I recap the day's adventures and share some of the photos I managed to capture. It was a very monumental day for me: first view of Antarctica, first encounter with penguins and seals, and first whale sighting. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 7, you get to join me on the land at last and finally see some penguins! It was our first excursion and I was so excited to finally see the wildlife up close. These were gentoo penguins and they were roosting on their rock nests at this time. I was just a bit too early for the hatching, unfortunately. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Local Elevator”byKevin MacLeodis licensed under aCreative Commons Attributionlicense (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source:http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012 Artist:http://incompetech.com/ “English Country Garden” by Aaron Kenny

In Part 6, we finally reach Antarctica! I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked out onto deck and saw my first glimpse of the frozen continent. I was so excited that I risked freezing my face off to stay outside and look at the stunning black and white scenery. My dedication was rewarded with appearances by penguins and a whale! I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Northern Lights” by Chris Haugen

In Part 5, you get your first view of the infamous Drake Passage, a dangerous stretch of water that terrorized sailors for hundreds of years before the Panama Canal became an option. As a huge fan of old sailing stories, I was very excited to see it for myself. You'll also get introduced to a favorite travel tradition of mine – finding the windiest spot I can and letting my hair go wild. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Childhood” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au "Local Elevator"byKevin MacLeodis licensed under aCreative Commons Attributionlicense (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source:http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012 Artist:http://incompetech.com/

In Part 4, you get to join me in my cabin as I close the night out with a vlog about the day and what I'm looking forward to next. It's tough being tired and also too jet lagged to sleep. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica.

In Part 3, you get to join me on the ship as we finally leave civilization and embark towards the frozen continent. I thought Ushuaia was beautiful, but the entire route past the rugged southern tip of South America was breathtaking. Enjoy this last view of land before the fearsome Drake Passage. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Freedom” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons ‘Attribution 4.0 International’ (CC BY 4.0) License www.scottbuckley.com.au “Homeward” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons ‘Attribution 4.0 International’ (CC BY 4.0) License www.scottbuckley.com.au

In Part 2, you travel with me to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Here at the bottom tip of Argentina, I finally got to see the beautiful landscape of Patagonia. I only got to enjoy the cold, breathtaking view for a few hours before the ship embarked and I was on my way to Antarctica. I've been an avid traveler for years, but I tried a lot of new things with this trip! It was my first vacation as a solo traveler, my first time vlogging a trip, and my first time on two continents: South America and Antarctica. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ music credits ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ “Ride” by Leomind is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License linktr.ee/leomindmusic1 “Midsommar” by Scott Buckly is made available under the Creative Commons‘Attribution4.0 International’(CC BY 4.0)License www.scottbuckley.com.au