Antarctica Part 1: Getting there | Kinny & JJ
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Antarctica may be the destination, but the journey to get there is an adventure all its own.
The Drake Passage is where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet and is considered some of the roughest Waters in the world.
We were offered a chance to upgrade to first class for a minimal price we figured since this is a really long trip and we've never F first class we should give it a try.
Seaborn puts up all their guests in a hotel for the night before the cruise starts I think as a way to get everybody together.
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Journey to Antarctica | Part 1: Getting There ✈️❄️ From Washington DC to Argentina & the Drake Passage Antarctica may be the destination, but the journey to get there is an adventure all its own. In Part One of our Antarctica travel series, join us as we eat, drink, and travel our way to the end of the world, starting in the U.S. and making our way to Argentina—the gateway to Antarctica. From airport lounges and long-haul flights to iconic hotels, legendary restaurants, and the southernmost city on Earth, this episode is all about how you actually get to Antarctica. We’ll break down where Antarctica is, why nearly everyone crosses the infamous Drake Passage, and what it’s like traveling through Buenos Aires and Ushuaia before boarding an expedition cruise. 🌎 In This Episode: • Where Antarctica is located and how travelers get there • Why crossing the Drake Passage is part of the experience • Traveling from Washington DC → Miami → Buenos Aires → Ushuaia • Packing for wildly different climates • First Class vs Business Class on American Airlines • Miami stopover & South Beach exploration • Buenos Aires hotels, food, beer, and cultural highlights • Seabourn’s pre-cruise experience & charter flight to Ushuaia • Travel lessons learned in Argentina 🏨 Hotels Featured Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/miablhf-hilton-miami-airport-blue-lagoon/ Alvear Icon Hotel – Buenos Aires https://www.alvearicon.com/ Alvear Palace Hotel – Buenos Aires https://www.alvearpalace.com/ 🍽️ Restaurants, Cafés & Breweries South Beach Brewing Company (Miami) https://www.southbeachbrewco.com/ Café Tortoni (Buenos Aires) https://www.cafetortoni.com.ar/ Fogón Asado Experience (Buenos Aires) https://www.fogon.asadoexperience.com/ Buller Brewing Co. (Buenos Aires) https://www.bullerpub.com/ 🚢 About This Antarctica Trip Our expedition cruise with Seabourn included: • Hotel stays in Buenos Aires • Charter flights to Ushuaia • Expedition cruise across the Drake Passage We’ll share more about the ship, life onboard, and Antarctica itself in the upcoming episodes. 📌 Travel Tips We Learned in Argentina: • Cash is king—Western Union offers the best exchange rates • Expect a language barrier and bring a translation app • Ubers and taxis are common, but cars are small • Don’t rent a car—traffic rules are more of a suggestion • Bring insect repellent (yes, even at the airport) 👉 Subscribe and stay tuned for our next video as we begin exploring the Great White Continent itself. 🎥 Watch the Full Antarctica Series: Part 1: Getting There Part 2: Days at Sea: Crossing the Drake Passage https://youtu.be/NTlLRccsV-A?si=tFfdOEbZTivR8VY8 Part 3: Exploring Antarctica's Hidden Depths https://youtu.be/0Dj3-AJNhvk?si=VKMHfvQLGXXv7E2Y Part 4: Kayaking and Deception Island https://youtu.be/VSlAWxtPT20?si=uOjDBHaUA_2lGXVD Seabourn Pursuit Signature Suite - Is it worth the price? https://youtu.be/3tF8hR2SQ_U?si=DAiBaaPGaaziANlw How to dress for an Antarctic Expedition https://youtu.be/DVlkR3KJ5XI?si=vQqVOQ124uIZIIwR Antarctica Polar Plunge https://youtu.be/ClRxn6CKVew?si=9ZW7-89yOSq17krB