Unforgettable Antarctic Cruises From Ushuaia

By Tammie Caldwell


Travel has changed extensively in the last few decades, and especially of late with the inception of the Internet that has made the world a much smaller place. Today, people see some of the most incredible places online, and want to get there to see it with their own eyes. Below, discover unforgettable Antarctic cruises from Ushuaia, Argentina.

While every city has its own type of beauty, nothing can compare to Ushuaia. For one thing, it's the most southernmost city in the world, and there aren't many that can boast this type of location. What's more is that it is bound by a beautiful mountain range to the north, and to the south, by the Beagle Channel. Certainly, there are some settlements in Chile that are located slightly farther to the south, but they can't offer what the city can.

Being close to the Antarctic as it is, it's strange that it's not a very particularly cold city. However, it's important to keep in mind that it's summers are in January, thus having its warmest temperatures around that time, and July is known to be its coldest month. At the same time, oddly enough, it's a quite humid area. Winter brings on rain showers and snowfalls, while summers are usually windy and cloudy.

Daylight is affected by its southern latitude, and actually varies significantly. In summertime, there are 17 hours of daylight, and in winter, just over seven. The city has lots to do and lots to see, as it's a major tourist destination for both local and international tourists.

There are cruises that take them to numerous Antarctic islands, like the South Shetland Islands and the South Sandwich Islands. The port is also synonymous with scientific expeditions as well. This commercial pier is the point of departure for these and vacation cruises such as to the Falkland Islands.

The point of departure was at one time a penal colony that was reserved for dangerous offenders, and re-offenders. It has changed dramatically, as people have come to embrace its beauty and its location as the city closest to the Antarctica. There are numerous lakes and bays, forests and glaciers to take in. What's more is that its sunset is outstanding.

As it is only the beginning of one's trip, they will be filled with memories that will last a lifetime because it's an ideal destination for virtually anything any tourists expect on their vacation. There's great shopping, hiking, skiing, dining, and more. From there, tourists can experience a once-in-a-lifetime trip, seeing thousands of penguins and incredible icebergs. It's different from what anyone can ever expect because of its harsh beauty and impressive wildlife.

Travel enthusiasts that have visited the Caribbean should know that it's nothing like that at all. For one thing, the itinerary is based upon the weather conditions. Sometimes, things can get choppy and alternative destinations are necessary. For the most part, there are calmer destinations like the Antarctic Peninsula and Hope Bay. Furthermore, people need to pack properly for such a vacation. First off, they need to be dressed in a waterproof clothing, almost from head to toe, and they must pack at least a couple of pairs of thermal underwear.




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