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The scenic views are unparalleled and just keep coming. Sunsets last forever. And getting ashore numerous times at many different places and being able to hike around and get up close to penguins, seals, and birds is just fantastic. Our tour group leader was the best I have ever experienced, and all of the expedition staff that led the trip and assured our safety on land as well as in the zodiac boats also did an excellent job. And finally, the ship was very comfortable and the ship's crew was friendly and helpful. What more could you ask for?

I like the entire trip our leader was especially good. What Oat needs to address is that we are married yet treated as singles. Are you aware we book our trip together and we never have plane tickets with adjoining seats.

It was all good. I did the pre-trip to Bariloche which was quite scenic. Pacing was good. Our trip leader was very knowledgeable about the places we went and he managed our expectations well. We also learned the history of the Nazi's as well as the Indigenous people, good and bad. There were plenty of suggestions for time on our own to explore as well places to eat. Hotels were clean and staff was friendly as well as accommodating. Tour buses were not always as clean as they could have been. Seats could have used a vacuuming. The Quork expedition ship was comfortable and the expedition guides were very friendly and eagerly shared their knowledge. Lectures were informative, and I especially enjoyed the one on Climate Change given by Claudia Holgate. They were friendly and made sure we were always safe while riding in the zodiacs.

Many great memories. All three tour guides your great, accommodation were excellent and superb restaurants selections. Rotem ( Israel guide) went beyond the call to make it more interesting in learning experience and enjoying the culture. Went out of the her way for us to enter the Dome of Rock area, toast the sunset at the Mount of Olives and then stopping in Old town Jerusalem for coffee and Salbal plus enjoying bagels along the streets. Giving us a taste of their culture. Items not included in our itinerary. Sorry we were unable to go to the Golan Heights due to rough seas on the Mediterranean. Somehow OAT came through with a unbelievable alternative with a one night stay in Cairo and a visit to the Egypt Museum. Made up for not seeing the Golan Heights. Then due one of the worse Sand storms we had to stay one more night in Cairo. Able to see the Saladin Citadal. To be able to pull this off at the last moment with logistics for our group was incredible. Made a great trip into a even better adventure. Thank you ever so much. We are now OAT travelers forever.

This trip was beyond all expectation. The majesty of the 7th continent is indescribable, and the wildlife is spectacular. This expedition gave an up close view of it all, in a manner that was very comfortable yet respectful of our surroundings. The staff and crew were top notch. This was the trip of a lifetime for our family.