Well, due to the Drake Passage being about as smooth as I have seen it over the past 2 years in the countless crossings I have done whilst working down this way.  The vessel made amazing fast time and we actually arrived to the South Shetland Islands half a day earlier than usual, which meant we had time in the afternoon to get off the ship for a zodiac cruise and wander around a nice sized Chinstrap breeding colony.

Funny enough, this was the same place that we visited last on the our most recent expedition, which is called *Half Moon Island*.  Its a nice place and the sun was out but the wind was also incredibly fierce, which meant for a more adventurous and wet zodiac cruise than what we typically experience.  However, people were in an adventurous spirit and happily enjoyed the bumpy experience just to have a first chance to explore this region in the sunshine.

Now we are currently sailing towards the Antarctic Peninsula, where we are planning on exploring an area around Cuverville Island.  All we have to hope for now is that the wind isn't too bad and the sun is out again. Wish me luck, Steemians!!
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