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What to Pack for Antarctica | Viking Expedition

Rona Wheeldon
Rona Wheeldon
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👁️ 6K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 11:17
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm just on my way back at the moment. I can see the Beagle Channel.

They're really warm and I highly recommend them.

My feet were never cold.

The Drake Passage was really kind to us. So, we're very, very grateful for that.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Buy ski pants from Schlurul for warmth.
Wear multiple layers including base, mid, and outer layers.
Use neck gaiter and hat for neck and head warmth.
Wear two pairs of socks, including merino wool knee-length socks.
Use touch-sensitive gloves for operating devices in cold.
Bring a power bank for phone battery in cold weather.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Feeling cold in Antarctic conditionsUse layered clothing system with ski pants, thermal layers, and waterproof outerwear.
Battery drain in cold weatherBring a power bank for phone and camera devices.
Motion sickness on Drake PassageUse travel bands and ginger biscuits.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat to pack for an Antarctica expedition?
QWhat clothing is essential for Antarctic conditions?
QWhat technical gear is needed for photography?
QHow to care for skin in dry, cold environment?

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YouTube Video Description

Embarking on a @VikingCruises Antarctica expedition? Don't leave home without watching this comprehensive packing guide! As a first-time Antarctica traveller, I share all the essential items that made my polar adventure comfortable, memorable and photogenic. Whilst I travelled with Viking, the advice in this video applies to any Antarctic expedition, regardless of which operator you choose. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ○ The perfect clothing layering system for Antarctic conditions ○ Which items are worth investing in ○ Camera equipment recommendations to capture this once-in-a-lifetime trip ○ How to protect your skin from the harsh Antarctic environment ○ Behind-the-scenes bloopers and a surprise appearance from my husband! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:27 Clothes 00:05:38 Technical Gear 00:08:27 Skincare 00:09:16 Adopting a Penguin 00:11:17 Bloopers! AD | PR Invite | #myvikingstory #vikingexpeditions #antarcticexplorer #antarctica #antarctic EXPEDITION ITINERARY: ○ Antarctic Explorer Expedition with @VikingCruises | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/L6HUOw CLOTHES MENTIONED: Bottoms ○ Schoffel Weissach Women's Insulated Ski Pants* | https://amzn.to/40GFt83 ○ Icebreaker Women's Merino 200 Oasis Thermal Shorts | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/h9YsM9 Tops ○ Patagonia Women's Capilene® Midweight Zip-Neck Pullover | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/72Kssv ○ Patagonia R1 Air Zip Neck | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/dxk0vy Neck Gaiter ○ Patagonia Micro D Fleece Neck Gaiter | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/VDByzb Hat ○ The Big Silk Beanie Hat | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/tLdTsL Socks ○ Icebreaker Women's Merino Snow Liner Over the Calf Socks | https://mUcbRw.short.gy/Y3sfbX ○ Smartwool Hike Classic Edition Light Cushion Crew Socks* | https://amzn.to/4hrbWq3 Gloves ○ Icebreaker Merino 260 Quantum Gloves (Touch Senstive)| https://mUcbRw.short.gy/HDnjvx ○ Vallerret Tinden Photography Gloves* | https://amzn.to/40LhRPJ ○ Peutier Glove Straps* | https://amzn.to/40XeJRV Sunglasses ○ Oakley Gibston Prizm Sunglasses* | https://rstyle.me/+PrnFw0BGg6MNpJieszswhw ○ Oakley Small Leash Kit* | https://rstyle.me/+2mHrjOYuKCyadirhyfxVnw Boots ○ Sorel Women’s Explorer II Joan Winter Boot* | https://amzn.to/45tvSoG Travel Bands ○ Boots Adult Travel Bands* | https://rstyle.me/+qoBIFeIZsVjA-p3Zij3F8A TECHNICAL GEAR MENTIONED: ○ Canon EOS 5D Mark III* | https://amzn.to/458kPjj ○ Canon EOS 70D* | https://amzn.to/3HeNo6P ○ Canon EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6 L IS USM Lens* | https://amzn.to/4men5N0 ○ Canon EF 24-70mm f4 L IS USM Lens* | https://amzn.to/4kZfzV3 ○ DJI Osmo Action 4 Standard Combo* | https://amzn.to/3xidi4M ○ DJI Floating Handle* | https://amzn.to/3U8oR6q ○ Fututech Silicone Protective Case & Lanyard* | https://amzn.to/4ffBhD3 ○ Caroki Crossbody Case with Lanyard* | https://amzn.to/4ofEfeQ ○ Veektomx Power Bank* | https://amzn.to/4ogUng7 ○ Spudz Microfibre Lens Cleaning Cloth* | https://amzn.to/3IVDbNi ○ Dry Bag* | https://amzn.to/4qJJrcn SKIN CARE MENTIONED: ○ Beautypro Travel Face Sheet Mask* | https://amzn.to/3ISfipL ○ Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist* | https://rstyle.me/+VVv5x3EYwHEkdbjf3QEK-g ○ Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask* | https://rstyle.me/+0q0M2jLPtq0bolHgijHxMw ○ Lanolips 101 Ointment* | https://rstyle.me/+GI_T4D89AUqJ7AEKrWw2Lg ○ Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Cream* | https://rstyle.me/+3HTsjCy_uA7ni4D9v15bLw ○ Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum* | https://rstyle.me/+ltbMSUpLvpWSrnDkgCDJ3w ○ Estee Lauder DayWear Moisturiser Creme* | https://rstyle.me/+VWTaLX0j1RN4tJ01D9oN_w ADOPT A PENGUIN: ○ UK Antarctic Heritage Trust | https://shop.ukaht.org/products/adopt-a-penguin WATCH NEXT: ○ Antarctic Explorer with Viking | 6 Episodes | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQIJb8gOF4EXl-Mq_oyIEwhweJ8FUa0Xq FOLLOW MY ADVENTURES: ○ Website | https://ronawheeldon.com ○ Blog | The Tranquil Ticket | https://www.ronawheeldon.com/blog ○ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ronawheeldon/ ○ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/RonaWheeldonUK/ ○ Pinterest | https://uk.pinterest.com/ronawheeldonuk/ ○ X | https://x.com/RonaWheeldon ○ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@ronawheeldon ○ Substack Weekly Newsletter | https://ronawheeldon.substack.com MUSIC: ○ There's Probably No Time by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence. ○ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ○ Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/uvp/ ○ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/ DISCLAIMER: This video is not sponsored, but Viking did host my husband and I for this voyage. All opinions are honest and my own. Links containing affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, I will receive a small percentage of your purchase.