I’ve been to Antarctica multiple times, on multiple ships, with multiple operators. That context matters because Antarctica has a way of separating marketing from reality very quickly. There’s a lot of opinions out there from people who have been once. I am fortunate enough to have multiple times in the last 3 years and have spent more than 2 months in Antarctica since 2023. This past Christmas and New Year’s, I sailed aboard Aurora Expeditions’ Sylvia Earle on an ambitious itinerary that pushed past the Antarctic Circle and included South Georgia and the Falklands. The Antarctica Complete itinerary combination that immediately tells you what kind of operator you’re dealing with. Not every line attempts it. Fewer execute it well. Aurora didn’t just execute an awesome trip, they reminded me why expedition cruising, when done right, still matters. It’s not just about the ship or the destination, it’s about the flexibility a expedition calls for. If you’re looking for a trip to Antarctica or any expedition.…