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Everyone is settling into life at sea. We were expecting 5-6m seas today, but so far this has not eventuated. The biggest news is that all Day 2 PCR tests were negative. This is a huge relief, although we are not in the clear yet. We continue to wear masks and socially distance and will only return to normal if we are all negative on Day 5.
In other news, the one and only jigsaw for the voyage has already been completed. We might have to start pacing out the fun. A whale blow was spotted by Watercraft Operator Tim, who is a keen birdwatcher and often out on deck with a pair of binoculars. There are also several albatrosses hanging around.
Tonight, we have cheesecake on the menu and a Patagonian adventure documentary screening in the lounge. We will also turn our clocks back for the first time. Mawson is 6-hours behind and we will make up this time difference one hour at a time. Tonight, 0200 will become 0100. For AAD expeditioners, this means an extra hour in bed. For the hard-working AIVIQ crew, however, this means an extra hour on shift. We are incredibly grateful for everything they do.
REGARDS: Sam and Anthony
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A map showing Australia and Antarctica. The map shows the journey of one voyage that has occured in the season, with each route highlighted in a distinct colour.