It’s been more than a year, but I still can’t believe this trip actually happened to me.
My most useful tips after going to Antarctica:
Not all ships can do zodiac expeditions and that’s honestly the best part of the whole experience.
My luggage got lost by the airline, so I spent the whole 10-day trip wearing clothes I bought just a few hours before the boat departure and it was totally fine. You’re wearing a big jacket and boots most of the time anyway.
It’s their territory and you have to respect that. I know some people are disappointed they can’t hug a penguin (but honestly, the smell is sooo bad, I don’t know why they even want that haha). But you can truly enjoy them even from a distance.
I went alone, but I met a friend there who reacted to everything exactly like I did. That made the whole trip even more special. It’s so much better when you share your excitement with someone who is just as excited as you are.
After this trip I felt like nothing was impossible anymore. And the most important thing - make sure you experience it with your eyes, not just through your phone or camera.
Pro tip: you really need SPF there. Just trust me on this.