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On 4/25/2023 at 9:40 AM, Moby Jones said:

One thing I did learn of interest is that Atlas do not own the ships. They are all owned by Mystic Cruises and the World Navigator and World Traveler are leased by Atlas. All of the staff work for Mystic Cruises whilst wearing an Atlas uniform aboard an Atlas branded ship. 

To be precise, Atlas, Mystic Cruises and Nicko Cruises are all wholly owned subsidiaries of Mystic Invest Holding. Atlas’ original name was Mystic Cruises USA.

On 3/22/2023 at 4:07 PM, MikieF said:

ensure all of your ducks are in a row.

Shouldn’t that be “docks”.

While the charters can change between Bondi and Aerolineas, as far as I know all the flights have been into or out of EZE.

17 hours ago, skiingj said:

Atlas does have new systems for internet. Unfortunately they hit a non-technical snag installing during this Antarctic season.

Can you give us more details?

Based on this season’s charter flight schedules you should be fine.

A good TA is often better than a CSR at corporate.

The listed price per person is the maximum you will pay for a stateroom or suite. You may also get a single traveler discount.

2 hours ago, northwoods2 said:

Thank you!  I wasn't sure which was current.

Anything from Atlas with the term “luxe” in it is old. The revamped Atlas offers “yacht style” service and accommodations.

4 hours ago, northwoods2 said:

I finally found 2 versions of the document for 22/23 season.  
https://atlasoceanvoyages.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/2022-2023_AOV_WNA_ANTARCTICA_LAND_PROGRAMS.pdf
https://atlasoceanvoyages.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/AOV_ANTARCTICA_LAND_PROGRAMS_2022-2023.pdf

The first brochure listed was created while the old management team was in charge and is essentially worthless. The second was created under the current leadership.

There is no dress code and no formal nights. You would have to work very hard to appear underdressed.

21 hours ago, jjeffjb said:

Ministro Pistarini International Airport, Ezeiza (EZE)

The biggest airport in Argentina is located in Ezeiza, 32km (20 miles) from the centre of Buenos Aires city. Most long-haul international flights arrive and depart from here, along with some domestic and regional flights.

This is where all the Atlas charter flights originate or terminate.

The guy who signed me up for this board charged me a pretty penny for the service, so your reports better be up to snuff.

6 hours ago, GICNJC said:

I have a different question about what is provide for our use on board.  Almost all the YouTube videos show individuals using walking sticks,  Are these provided for free on board?

You are much more likely to get useful answers if you post this as a separate topic.

The charter company is usually Fly Bondi.

Crew member needs urgent medical attention and winds are too high for a helicopter.

According to CruiseMapper, World Traveller has reversed course and is headed back to Ushuaia one day after heading out for Antarctica.

https://www.cruisemapper.com/?imo=9904807

4 hours ago, billco said:

If you have a medallion and fall or jump off the ship they will know where and when it happened.

Which would be ironic if you jumped off to escape Big Brother.

This year, Princess has really upped their game. At select MDR tables all talk must be about religion. politics and what you’re doing wrong in life. Specially trained drunk uncles are available at special pricing.

14 hours ago, caribill said:

 

Not to mention the extremely small hidden tracking devices inside embarkation day meals.

Which is why the lines have worked so hard on their stabilization technologies.

18 hours ago, Arizona Wildcat said:

Good to know.  A card fits nicely in a pocket.  Actually miss cabin keys.  They always worked

Not if had really taken advantage of your drink plan.

On 7/14/2022 at 9:03 PM, Host Jazzbeau said:

It's funny, because when Atlas debuted they touted the Orlando flights as a big improvement over everybody else's flights from BA.  ⁉️

Atlas discovered that a lot of folks wanted to spend some extra time in Argentina or wanted to choose their own level of service, so they changed the flight arrangements and lowered the fare.

Friday morning will see three of the four extant World Explorer class ships docked in Ushuaia.  https://www.cruisemapper.com/?imo=9871531
 

5 hours ago, agreene said:

OAT is not a luxury brand so this is a step down IMO for them.  Has the World Traveler sailed yet?

Not with paying passengers. It is now docked in Ushuaia waiting to begin its inaugural cruise.

Atlas worked hard to rationalize the World Traveller itineraries after cancelling six weeks of cruises due to a long term charter to Overseas Adventure Travel. Either they cloned the Traveller or added a multiverse option.

Then did it again.
 

37 minutes ago, Rick&Jeannie said:

I assume you mean 007 reasons...?

As a mathematician I see no difference between 007 and 7.😊