Third Sea Day

Through the Drake Passage to the Atlantic Ocean

February 2, 2020


Sleeping in this morning was easy for a change as we had no where to go and nothing to do on this third sea day.  Overnight the Jupiter cleared the southernmost tip of Argentina in the Drake Passage and was heading to The Falkland Islands in the Atlantic Ocean.  No land was in sight.  Just water and more water through which our ship gently rocked and swayed.  

So what do we do on another sea day?  Not much it turned out.  Saw lots and lots of birds while hoping to see whales.  (Never did.)




First Year Giant Petrel steering with one foot.





Wandering around the ship, I snapped some photos of more areas where one could eat and drink.  Below is the inside portion of the Aquavit Terrace.  Its another spot with a view if its too cold to sit outside.







And then there is the Pool Grill with bar and seating.







Here is a lovely replica model of our ship the Viking Jupiter located
 on the Atrium's second level..




Its sunny and warm out of the wind on our stateroom veranda.




This is the Living Room bar.  Its the best place to get a cup of coffee.  Its my first stop in the morning. Your selection is fresh ground and made to order plus there are always great cookies, desserts or open faced sandwiches here if you are hungry between the official meal hours. 




One of the comfortable seating areas in the Viking Living Room.




Under the stairs in the Living Room is a live lichen and moss garden.





Before long it was time for afternoon tea in the Wintergarden served daily at 4 PM.  We had just ordered our choice of tea blend.  Besides our brewed pot, we were served sconces with clotted cream and a multi tier tray of assorted mini sandwiches.  Live music was provided by the Viking pianist. 
 



Following tea time, we filed into the Star Theater for the Port Talk on Port Stanley our Falkland Island stop the next day.  Our excursion was an off road trip to Volunteer Point where three species of penguins nest.  We were psyched!




It was Super Bowl Sunday and that evening the game was shown on the giant screen in the pool area.  Drinks and snacks were served and the event was attended by many.










However, we thought the best show of the night was the Sunset!










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