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Svalbard Cruise Final Days: Burgerbukta, Sveabreen Glacier, and Longyearbyen Excursions
Svalbard Cruise Day 7: Deep Water Whale Sightings and Citizen Science in Burgerbukta We were up early on the top decks as we were passing through deep water which could increase the likelihood of whale sightings. There was a pretty stiff breeze on top deck and hot drinks were the order of the day. We…
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Svalbard Cruise Days 3 & 4: Walking Glaciers, Walrus Sightings, and Kayaking Monaco Glacier
Svalbard Cruise Day 3: Glacier Walking and Wildlife at Smeerenburg This was our first nature landing in the area- we landed at Bjørnfjorden to experience an Arctic glacier walk along a moraine and right on top of the ice. The sun was so bright with zero wind and we watched some carvings from the next door…