The Drake shake LIVE FAQ Episode Recap! Live #1

The Drake shake LIVE FAQ Episode Recap! Live #1

Missed the very first live episode of the Drake Shake? That's ok, we forgive you! Here's a recap episode. In this episode, we'll answer questions from our viewers, questions submitted live, and you'll get to know more about our history as guides and passengers!

When is the "best" time to vist South Georgia?

If you're considering adding South Georgia and The Falkland islands to your itinerary, you may be wondering... when is the best time to visit? Is it the same as the best time to visit Antarctica? This week, we are joined by guest Joshua Peck, who was an expedition guide on The Hondius with Nikki, a native to The Falkland Islands, and previous employee of The South Georgia government. We'll break down each part of the season and explain how they differ from one another.

Checking in with Nikki from Quarantine after her trip on the MV Hondius during the Hantavirus voyage.

As many of you know, co-host Nikki was a guest onboard the M/V Hondius during the voyage that had the Hantavirus outbreak. At the time of recording this episode, Nikki had just arrived at the quarantine facility in Nebraska and we will discuss her time onboard. This episode is meant to clear up some false information and rumors, as well as see how Nikki is doing.

How to pick the right company for your Polar adventure!

Next up on the Polar Planning Roadmap - how to choose the right company! It's a factor that needs to be taken into consideration... but may not be as important as you think. In this episode, we talk about ways to help you decide which company may be right for you.

Understanding all the different Antarctica itineraries and which to choose

Without a doubt, the most overwhelming stage in planning your Antarctic adventure is choosing the right itinerary. While it may seem overly complicated...it's actually much less confusing than it appears! In this episode we break down the different itineraries and simplify them for you.