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WE MADE IT TO THE NORTH POLE (polar plunge!)

Kara and Nate
Kara and Nate
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πŸ‘οΈ 3.4M viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 19:00

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a six day journey aboard an icebreaker traveling from the northernmost city in the world to the North Pole. The video begins with the crew making their first landing on the Arctic ice, where they describe the experience of standing on a frozen ocean with only two meters of ice separating them from the sea floor. The creator notes the presence of expedition teams, safety perimeters, and guard stations intended to protect passengers from polar bears. After navigating through thick ice and managing the challenges of wind and currents, the ship successfully reaches the North Pole. The creator celebrates the achievement with luxury amenities like caviar and champagne while exploring the frozen landscape. The journey concludes with a polar plunge, where the creator enters subzero waters for ten seconds to complete a personal goal. The video ends as the ship begins its departure from the North Pole, sailing south toward open water.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Bacon Bliss
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Solid Strip

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we are on top of the world we're going to be spending the next 24 hours stuck here in the ice on top of the world

this is the best ever so just wait till then we finish our operation on the ice

i cannot believe we're about to be at the north pole the north pole

one minute of pain for a lifetime of memories

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Don't tuck your sweatpants straight into your underwear to prevent air from escaping
βœ“Wear waterproof pants and insulated layers for Arctic landings

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Fear of falling through the ice into the water β€” Wear a life jacket; it's scary but also kind of awesome

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to stand on the Arctic ice at the North Pole?
QHow does the polar plunge experience feel at the North Pole?

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