Arctic cruise review: Wonderful trip around Spitsbergen

Destinations: Svalbard

Highlights: Arctic Fox, Beluga Whale, Blue Whale, Humpback Whale, Polar Bear, Atlantic puffin, Walrus, Svalbard reindeer, King Eider, Hiking

From the cabin on the ship, to the fantastic food, the courteous crew, the fantastic tour guides, the great weather and the unbelievable animal sightings one can say that this was a perfect expedition. An incredible experience which is highly recommended.

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