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Know Before You Go: Antarctica
Know Before You Go: Antarctica
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Length:
68 minutes
Released:
Feb 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Antarctica has become a “Bucket List” destination for many travelers, and in recent years more tour operators have launched operations on the White Continent creating the opportunity for more travelers to visit. This week Melissa details her recent trip to Antarctica as she’s joined by Director of Indagare Productions, Kathryn Nathanson, giving her first-hand account of crossing Drake’s Passage, the protocols and practices of embarking on a carbon-neutral trip, the captivating views, once in a lifetime experiences, and how her perception of Antarctica, and the rest of the world, changed. Melissa also welcomes Indagare COO Eliza Harris, Colin Heinrich, Director of Global Impact, and Indagare Trip Designers Caroline Hansen and Lexi Polster to discuss their vastly unique experiences in Antarctica inclu,ding ground experiences, detailing cruise options, heli and kayaking excursions and the information you need to know to arm yourself before planning a trip to Earth's final frontier. The episode is capped off with Melissa's hacks for how to pack for a journey to Antarctica.
Released:
Feb 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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