My trip was a mismatch- my mistake
My trip was a mismatch- my mistake. Best appreciated by enthusiastic photographers and nature devotees. I came interested in Arctic exploration/history, in depth examination of climate change, and evolving politics of Russian- EU Arctic cooperation. Expedition guides are enthusiastic outdoorsy types, but not reflective engaging instructors capable of sparking meaningful conversation and framing climate issues. Secondly, it’s a value based trip, not luxury- as advertised but not fully understood by me. Think Toyota, not Porsche. Economy class, not business. This is not comparable to Lindblad or Ponand, nor is its cost basis. Surprise, you get what you pay.