What to Pack for Antarctica | Viking Expedition
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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.
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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.