I apologize, I should have said the Odyssey sails the Pacific and not just the South Pacific. About Antarctica, anyone I have talked to on the smaller expedition ships rave about it especially the crew members. The Clipper Adventurer which sails the Mediterranean, Europe and South America does the Antarctica cruises. It is a nice ship also but not as impressive as the Odyssey.

Also, for anyone who might be interested, there is a beautiful freighter which sails the Marquesa Islands. It just went into service last year as a brand new ship and can carry two hundred passengers. Some of the cabins are suites up to 240 square feet with balconies. Other sleeping facilities include smaller cabins and also just bunks for people traveling between islands or wish to travel cheaper. Meals are all included and there is free wine at lunch and dinner. I believe it visits 10 different islands delivering and picking up goods and there are arranged shore excursions plus snorkeling. The cruise is 14 days.