South Shetland Islands
The South Shetland Islands are a string of islands running parallel to the north west coast of the Antarctic peninsula. The South Shetlands are almost completely ice covered. About 2-3 percent is ice free, usually along the coast, where all life is found whether penguins, seals, or the human inhabitants of the various bases. The islands are frequently visited by tourist cruise ships and each has a different character.
| Cruise Lines | Nov | Dec | 2009 Jan |
Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
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| Voyages of Discovery |
Royal Caribbean Rhapsody of the Seas on 02/10/09 · $3,100
Royal Caribbean Rhapsody of the Seas on 04/02/09 · $2,500
Crystal Symphony on 02/16/09 · $3,595
Crystal Serenity on 05/07/09 · $4,995
Carnival Carnival Elation on 02/12/09 · $219