Antarctica cruise

travel wonder in Antarctica

Why an
Antarctica cruise

is special

The best way I can describe my Antarctica experience is I felt I was on a distant planet.

Most people think of penguins when they hear "Antarctica". Yes, you see them in their natural habitat. But even without penguins, Antarctica has one of the most spectacular natural settings in the world. You absorb bizarre-shaped giant icebergs, jagged snowy mountain peaks, sprawling glaciers, and other marvels.

What it's like
on an Antarctica
cruise ship

I created a special 20-page section on what it's like on an Antarctica cruise ship, based on my observations and my conversations with fellow passengers on the Minerva. Click the button below to read this section's tips & insights.

Or, go directly to any of its individual web pages by clicking the buttons below.

Contents of my
special Antarctica
cruise ship section

The top 10 things travelers like best about their Minerva cruise ship experience.

Zodiac rides, wet landings, and other Antarctica cruise adventures.

Shipboard educational activities for the intellectually curious.

Restaurants, outdoor barbecues, cocktail lounges, and entertainment.

The other onboard diversions on the Antarctica cruise ship Minerva.

What your cabin will look like. Also learn helpful cabin-selection tips & insights.

See the layouts of the six passenger decks. The graphic shows you the location of every cabin and major public space.

How the three basic Antarctica cruise itineraries (short, most-popular, and long) differ.

Become familiar with Antarctica cruise fares and discounts. Read helpful cost-related tips & advice.

Become acquainted wit the Minerva's interesting history. For instance, it was initially designed to be a Russian spy ship.

See a sampling of Antarctica scenes you enjoy from the ship's deck and during Zodiac landings.

The pros and cons of taking an Antarctica cruise during various months.

Factors that may influence whether an Antarctica cruise is for you.

The effect of a ship's size on your Antarctica cruise experience.

What you need to bring to be suitably dressed for your onboard, Zodiac, and land activities.

Antarctica's exciting history, including the fascinating adventures of Shackleton.

The major identifying features of penguin species. My photo-ID guide makes it easy.

Info-bits on Antarctica that are cocktail party conversation pieces.

Important Antarctica terms (such as "convergence") - know them before your ship sets sail.

A wide range of other key Antarctica cruise topics, including the "max 100" and "5 meter" rules.

Clickable Antarctica

wonder map

I hope your Antarctica travel dreams come true - and that 

my Antarctica cruise page helps you enjoy your vacation, tour or trip

©2008 HQP / Hillman Quality Publications