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What does the day of an expeditioner look like onboard Nuyina? It is one of the questions that we get most often and although no two voyages are the same, some things are consistent.
Most people take a few days to settle into the shipboard routine. A few will experience sea sickness in one form or another. Those that don't, will start to enjoy the culinary delights of three scheduled meals a day and an open, food and drink area the remaining 24 hours. It's easy to see no one goes hungry.
The call for volunteers goes out to assist in the galley or the slushy or dish washing/cleaning area early and lasts for the duration of the voyage. Also, the onboard science projects induct expeditioners to assist. Currently there are three happening onboard, phytoplankton, sea ice observations and live plankton work.
The social aspect is a key element of the voyage as expeditioners that will live and work together get to know one another and form, often life long, friendships. This includes meeting in the observation lounge for a cup of tea or a walk around the helicopter pad on a nice day. There is also the idea of "Ted" talks, where everyone onboard is invited to listen to topics of interest that range from science to adventure. There are movies most nights and a quiz evening and charity auctions as the voyage progresses.
It is safe to say, the days tick by quickly and those onboard make the most of their time on Nuyina.
Regards, Chris, Andrew & Nate
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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.