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The ROUGHEST Sea in the World (48 Hours on a Greenland Ferry)

Flying The Nest
Flying The Nest
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👁️ 307K views📅 9 months ago⏱️ 29:15

Key Moments

Editorial Summary

The creators document a two-night journey on a local passenger ferry traveling from Ilulissat to Nuuk, Greenland. After experiencing flight cancellations, the family opts for the ferry as an alternative mode of transportation. The trip involves navigating extremely rough seas and high winds, which causes significant seasickness for some family members. During the voyage, the creators explore the ferry's amenities, including refurbished suites and a small playroom, and observe the vessel's role as a vital lifeline for remote settlements. The ferry makes several stops, including a two-hour excursion in the town of Sisimiut, where the family visits a historic church and a traditional turf house. The creators also highlight the cultural immersion of traveling alongside locals and the logistical challenges of Greenlandic travel, where towns are not connected by roads. The video concludes with the family arriving in Nuuk amidst continued stormy weather, noting the importance of flexibility when traveling in the region due to frequent weather-related flight disruptions.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Other · Summer · 2 nightsFrom IlulisatVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I think that was the roughest seas I've ever been through.

Greenland's been on our bucket list for so long and it exceeded our expectations.

If I can do that, I can get that to Antarctica.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Be flexible with your dates when flying into Nuuk due to frequent flight cancellations.
Book the ferry in advance, as rooms can sell out, especially last minute.
Consider taking seasickness tablets before departure if you're prone to seasickness.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

SeasicknessTake seasickness tablets before departure and consider the timing of doses.
Flight cancellationsBuild flexibility into your travel plans, especially when flying into Nuuk.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs taking a passenger ferry in Greenland a viable alternative to flying?
QWhat is the experience like on the Arctic Umiaq Line ferry?
QHow rough can the waters be on a Greenland ferry?

Port Highlights

Ilulisat4 Happy Bacon
Nuuk1½ Sad Bacon
Sissumiat4½ Happy Bacon
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