2009 02 13 Crew from Palmer Research Station leaving the Prinsendam.

We cruised by the US Palmer Research Station on Antarctic Peninsula. The Palmer Station crew visited the Prinsendam and gave lectures throughout the day. About 20 members of the team from the station spent the day on ship - eating, visiting with passengers, even visiting the spa for pedicures and haircuts.

The next photo captures a group of penguins flying through the water - just behind them was a fur seal looking for a meal.....

The next photos are more remarkable views from the area - simply indescribible.