It is two days at sea from the Falklands to South Georgia, a distance of over 1000 nautical miles. The ship is an amazing vessel. It was built as an Ice Breaker, which could be useful later, and in 2002 was converted into a polar cruise ship. The maximum number of passengers is 98, although there are 85 on this voyage and 48 staff. About 15 were booked onto a Russian boat, whose voyage was cancelled due to problems with the engine. There is an incredible range of people on board. Mostly British and Swiss but also people from the US, Australia, Finland, Germany, Brazil and India. All ages as well from 20 to 80. The crew are mostly Filipino or Polish. There are also a number of experts on history, ornithology, geology and marine life, so plenty of knowledge around. Getting used to the movement of the ship now. It’s a weird feeling being constantly wobbled from side to side. Like being on the end of a long pole being bounced around. Most disconcerting especially in bed. As we approach South Georgia new protocols kick in. All our outer clothes and bags need to be vacuumed to prevent and non indigenous seeds being introduced. We have crossed the Antarctic convergence and so am now firmly in Antarctic waters. During dinner the bridge announced an iceberg had been spotted and everyone reced outside for a first view. Simply stunning. A massive cathedral of ice standing proud over a moonlit sea.