Dear Traveler,

In a world digitized and hyperlinked, Antarctica is civilization’s antidote. Here, Nature has its own clock, timed to the hatchings of penguin chicks, the flight of an albatross, the calving of a glacier and the slow, inexorable art that waves and wind sculpt upon the icebergs.

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Antarctica aboard the Corinthian II, and I am thrilled to not only make this destination available, but to offer tailored program enhancements and special events exclusively for AMV travelers. Our vessel, the 114-guest, all-suite Corinthian II, is the finest small ship operating in Antarctic waters, a cocoon of elegance perfect for admiring the icebergs with like-minded traveling companions. Our ship’s complement includes some of the most experienced and knowledgeable experts on Antarctica’s terrain, bird life, sea life, geology and glaciology, who will enlighten us throughout our voyage via lectures, presentations and on-site nature observation.

Your adventure will begin in vibrant Buenos Aires, a city whose European origins are evident upon first sight. By day, explore the breathtaking views of the city’s legendary architecture; by night, enjoy the world’s finest tango experience at famed Esquinas Carlos Gardel. From the stark beauty of the city, travel to the Argentinean countryside for an unforgettable visit at Estancia La Martina Polo Ranch, where the unscathed terrain affords you the opportunity to experience the way of life of the country’s fabled cattle ranchers. Having visited both urban and rural Argentina, prepare for your storied voyage to the seventh continent.

As we cruise south from Ushuaia, albatrosses will likely be skimming above our bow as we head to the Antarctic Convergence. Then, for five full days, we will explore the Antarctic Peninsula and its surrounding islands, where shore landings by sturdy Zodiac landing craft may include visits to 10,000-strong penguin rookeries, old whaling stations, operational research stations and elephant seal colonies. The humpback and minke whales, Adelie penguins, and whirling Antarctic petrels—among dozens of other species—are astonishingly plentiful, and they are not shy. They do not hide. We will have the incredible opportunity to observe them in their natural habitat.

Seize the moment and experience Antarctica, undoubtedly one of the rarest and most astonishing travel destinations our globe has to offer. The Austral summer months on the Antarctic Peninsula are surprisingly warm, with highs in the 30s and 40s. Aboard the Corinthian II, with its roster of scientists and naturalists, this is undoubtedly the way to experience the trip of a lifetime.

Sincerely,
Annemarie Victory
President

AN UNFORGETTABLE VOYAGE LED BY
SEASONED EXPEDITION LEADERS AND NATURALISTS

Our voyage features a team of experienced expedition staff and lecturers—expert naturalists, scientists and leaders who know Antarctica well and who are eager to introduce you to the geology, wildlife and history of this awe-inspiring land. In the company of these noted experts we’ll cruise magnificent ice-filled channels, explore busy penguin rookeries and learn about the rhythms of life in the “Deep South.” The team will be led by:

Expedition Leader John Frick returns for his sixth season leading expedition travel to Antarctica. He has logged over 30 Antarctic expeditions and is among the most experienced tour advisors in the world’s coldest climates. John’s wanderlust surfaced during his undergraduate studies and has since led him to live in Alaska, to work in Nepal as a Peace Corps Volunteer and to lead hundreds of programs over the last 15 years. His voyages have taken him to many far-flung areas of the globe including Africa, Alaska, South America, the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, the Mediterranean, the Baltic, India, trans-Atlantic and the South Pacific. He again looks forward to sharing with Corinthian II guests his enthusiasm for travel and for the wonders of the natural world, in particular for the White Continent.

LECTURER

Orrin Pilkey is the James B. Duke Professor Emeritus in the Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth Sciences at Duke University. He is a coastal geologist with expertise on shoreline erosion and nearshore oceanography. He began his career studying deep sea sediments on abyssal plains and gradually moved into shallow water, first on the continental shelf and than to the beaches. Pilkey, always an enthusiastic field trip leader, has received a number of awards for his studies of the sedimentology of beaches and barrier islands and for contributions to the public understanding of science. In his career as a coastal scientist, he has traveled widely and brings to bear on the problem of global warming and especially sea level rise, a widely respected global perspective. He has published a number of books (mostly for lay audiences) on subjects ranging from coastal hazards, the US Army Corps of Engineers, a global perspective on barrier islands, problems with mathematical models and guides on “how to read” beaches. Currently he is writing a book on sea level rise and is particularly interested (and concerned with) the impending disintegration of glaciers at the margins of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet and on the Antarctic Peninsula.

ITINERARY

Tuesday, February 17, 2009
USA
Fly from the United States to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Wednesday, February 18
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to the Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires Hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or to explore Buenos Aires on your own. Enjoy a welcome cocktail reception at the hotel before a traditional dinner and unforgettable tango performance at the world-famous Esquinas Carlos Gardel. (D)

Thursday, February 19
BUENOS AIRES
Enjoy a morning tour of Buenos Aires, featuring historic Recoleta Cemetery, resting place of renowned former first lady of Argentina, Eva Peron; Plaza de Mayo and the Cathedral; and the districts of San Telmo and La Boca. In the afternoon, drive through the Argentinian countryside to Estancia La Martina Polo Ranch for a tour of the property and a barbeque lunch. The estancia is comprised of several ranch houses and is the seat of a polo school and training ground for horses used in this national sport. In addition, the estancia is home to 150 botanical species and a variety of birds. Return to the hotel this evening for a cocktail reception where you will meet your fellow cruise travelers. (B, L, D)

Friday, February 20
BUENOS AIRES | USHUAIA | EMBARK Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, a small Patagonian city set on the Beagle Channel and surrounded by the Darwin Cordillera, glaciers and forests of southern beech. Upon arrival, transfer to Corinthian II. As the ship navigates the Beagle Channel, enjoy a spectacular vista of glaciers and green, misted mountains. (B, L, D)

Saturday, February 21 & Sunday, February 22
AT SEA
Attend lectures by naturalists and study leaders as Corinthian II sails through the Drake Passage and crosses the Antarctic Convergence, where the cold waters of the Southern Ocean override the warmer waters to the north. Albatross and Cape Petrels are among the birds that accompany the ship on its passage. (B, L, D)

Monday, February 23 – Friday, February 27
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Enjoy five days exploring the pristine wilderness of the Antarctic Peninsula, a narrow finger of land that separates the ice-choked waters of the Weddell and Bellingshausen Seas, and surrounding islands. As Corinthian II sails through scenic waterways, witness a breathtaking panorama of icebergs, blue glaciers and jagged, snow-capped mountains. Aboard the ship’s fleet of Zodiacs, cruise among ice floes, explore penguin rookeries and visit with scientists at research stations. Although the itinerary varies according to local ice and wind conditions, we plan to land at such places as Petermann Island, where humpback and minke whales are often sighted offshore; Paradise Bay, the habitat of Gentoo penguins and leopard and Weddell seals; and Deception Island, known for its volcanically-heated hot springs. Voyages through the magnificent Lemaire, Errera, Neumeyer and other protected channels are also planned—and never to be forgotten. (B, L, D)

Saturday, February 28 & Sunday, March 1
AT SEA
Watch for whales and seabirds and enjoy onboard lectures and the ship’s amenities as Corinthian II makes the 600-mile return trip to Ushuaia. (B, L, D)

Monday, March 2
USHUAIA | DISEMBARK | BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
Disembark in Ushuaia and transfer to the airport for the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, connect with flights to the United States. (B)

Tuesday, March 3
USA
Arrive in the United States.

For reservations or further information,
please contact Annemarie Victory.
telephone: 212-486-0353
fax: 212-751-3149
e-mail: amvorg@aol.com

• 2-night stay in Buenos Aires at the Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires Hotel, with welcome cocktail receptions and daily breakfast
• Sightseeing tour of Buenos Aires
• Dinner and tango show in Buenos Aires
• Tour of Estancia La Martina Polo Ranch
• Round-trip group flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
• 10-night cruise aboard the all-suite, 114-guest Corinthian II
• Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship, hosted by the captain
• All meals aboard ship, with house wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise
• Complete program of shore landings and activities as described in the accompanying itinerary
• Physician aboard ship
• Educational program of lectures and discussions by accompanying guest lecturers and onboard naturalist guides
• Travel Dynamics International expedition leader, cruise staff and trip directors
• Expedition parka, complete pre-departure materials and detailed cruise log
• Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program departure and arrival dates
• Port and embarkation taxes
• Gratuities to porters, guides and drivers

Not Included: Airfare (other than the designated group flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia); visa and passport fees; luggage, cancellation and accident insurance; meals and beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes and e-mail service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel

CORINTHIAN II
Elegance in Expedition Cruising

The elegant Corinthian II has established itself as one of the finest expedition cruise ships in Antarctica. With an ice-strengthened hull, a fleet of Zodiac inflatable craft for forays ashore and a set of stabilizers for smooth sailing, Corinthian II can explore the Antarctic peninsula and its outlying islands in comfort and safety. And 360º views of the panorama of ever-changing light, beautifully sculpted ice forms and rich wildlife are possible thanks to Corinthian II’s expansive deck space, including a promenade deck which completely encircles the entire ship, allowing for unobstructed viewing from all angles. For guests returning from shore landings, Corinthian II is a welcoming home in this remote part of the Earth.

Gracious Living in Spacious Suites
Accommodating only 114 guests, all of Corinthian II’s 57 staterooms are suites, ranging from a minimum of 225 square feet to the remarkably sizeable Penthouse and Veranda Suites (400 and 300 square feet, respectively)— an unusually capacious amount of private space. Each suite is outside-facing, affording views of the spectacular Antarctic scenery, is appointed in rich wood tones, and features beds that can be configured as two twin-size beds or one queen-size bed. Each suite also offers a sitting area, TV, DVD/CD player, mini-refrigerator, safe and marble-appointed bathroom with fine toiletries. Penthouse and Veranda Suites additionally offer a private balcony and private butler service.

Fine Dining, Inviting Facilities,
Attractive Amenities
Excellent cuisine is created by Corinthian II’s European chefs and served in the stately restaurant. Each meal is served at a single, unassigned seating and varied seating arrangements ensure comfort for all. Weather permitting, meals are also served al fresco in the Outdoor Café. Corinthian II’s widely praised service equals that of the finest restaurants. We are pleased to provide complimentary luncheon and dinner wines selected by the chef’s staff. Throughout your voyage, you will also be able to relax in Corinthian II’s spacious and elegant public areas. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, afternoon tea and all-day coffee in The Club, a comfortable space for relaxation with panoramic windows. Before or after dinner, sit back with a cocktail while the ship’s pianist plays in the background. Corinthian II also features a library, beauty salon, exercise area, elevator serving all decks, a Sun Deck with Jacuzzi and a well-equipped infirmary supervised by a doctor. The ship is operated and serviced by 75 seasoned European crew, and meets the latest international safety rules, including those of the U.S. Coast Guard.

MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 297 feet | Beam: 50 feet | Draft: 12 feet
Gross Tonnage: 4,200 | Flag: Malta | Suites: 57

Airfare: Round-trip airfare from the U.S. to Buenos $16,795 Aires, Argentina, is not included in the Cruise and Land Rates. (However, the airfare from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and back to Buenos Aires is included in the rates.) To make your air reservations, please contact Collette McHugh at Linden Travel at telephone 212-784-0228 or via e-mail at cmchugh@lindentravel.com, or Benjamin Ortiz at telephone 212-784-0288 or via e-mail at bortiz@lindentravel.com.

Cruise and Land Rates | per person, double occupancy
All accommodations aboard Corinthian II are suites. They face outside, affording sea views, and several have balconies with sliding doors. All suites include a bedroom with beds that can be configured as two twin-size beds or one queensize bed, sitting area, ample closet space, mini-refrigerator, TV, DVD/CD player, marble-appointed bathroom with shower and other amenities.

Category	Description	Rate
E	Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 250 - 252	$9,795
D	Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 329 - 332	$10,695
C	Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 254 - 262	$11,595
B	Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 333 - 348	$12,395
A	Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 416 - 428	$13,095
AA	Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows and sitting area. 285 sq. ft. Suites 414 - 415	$13,795
VS	Deluxe Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 300 sq. ft. Suites 505 - 512	$15,795
PHS	Deluxe Penthouse Suites on Explorer Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 400 sq. ft. Suites 601 - 604	$16,795
VS & PHS suites are provided with private butler service and other exclusive amenities.

Single Supplement: A limited number of cabins have been designated for single travelers in Categories D - A at a supplement of $3,395 to the per person, double occupancy rates indicated above. Singles in Categories AA - PHS are available at double the per person, double occupancy rates.
Third Person Sharing: The rate for a third person sharing a suite with two full-fare guests is $2,995.

General Information
Payment Schedule: A deposit of $1,000 per person is required to reserve your space on the tour. For your convenience, you may charge your deposit to your American Express, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Credit cards are not accepted for final payment. However, personal checks are accepted for both deposits and final payment.
Cancellations & Refunds: All cancellations of confirmed reservations are subject to a $300 per person administrative fee. Additionally, passengers are subject to any cancellation fees assessed by the purveyors of services, including airlines or hotels used in the itinerary. Cancellations received 61-90 days priorto departure will be assessed a penalty equal to 50% of the total program cost per person. Cancellations received within 60 days of departure are subject to 100% cancellation penalties. Requests for cancellations must be made in writing. No refunds will be made for any part of this program in which you choose not to participate. Service fees may apply to deviations and are non-refundable.
Insurance: We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance, which is available for coverage of expenses in conjunction with cancellation due to illness or accident. Baggage insurance is also recommended. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement.
Itinerary: The itinerary, accommodations, and arrangements are subject to change at the discretion of Travel Dynamics International.
Responsibility: Please read carefully the following terms and conditions, which constitute the sole, legally enforceable agreements between the passenger and Travel Dynamics International and the tour’s sponsoring organization. The passenger is also advised to review his/her separate ticket passage contract with the vessel’s owner/operator, which will constitute the sole, legally enforceable terms of carriage for this tour and is available on request from Travel Dynamics International. Travel Dynamics International and the tour’s sponsoring organization act solely as agents for the passenger with respect to all transportation, hotel and other tour arrangements. In that capacity, we exercise all reasonable care possible to ensure the passenger’s safety and satisfaction, but, we neither assume nor bear any responsibility or liability for any injury, death, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity arising in connection with the services of any ship, airplane, train, automobile, motor coach, carriage or other conveyance, or the actions of any third-party, involved in carrying the passenger or in affecting these tours. We are not responsible for damages, additional expenses, or any other losses due to cancellation, delay or other changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, civil disturbances, acts or threats of terrorism, travel warnings or bans, termination or suspension of war risks or other carrier insurance, quarantine, acts of God or other causes beyond our control. All such losses must be borne by the passenger, and tour rates provide for arrangements only for the time stated. In the event of cancellation, delay or rescheduling mandated by any of the aforesaid causes beyond our control, the passenger shall have the option of accepting in lieu of the original tour such rescheduled tour or other substituted tour(s) as may be offered by us, or else, receiving a refund of as much of such advance tour expenditures as we are able to recover on the passenger’s behalf from carriers, third-party tour vendors, etc., but, we shall not have any obligation or liability to the passenger beyond the foregoing. We reserve the right to make alterations to the tour’s itinerary and to substitute hotels, ships, or lecturers if required. We reserve the right to cancel, delay, or reschedule any tour prior to departure, and, so long as this is not due to any of the aforesaid causes beyond our control, the passenger shall be entitled to a full refund of all monies paid to that point if he/she so desires. No refund shall be made for any unused portion of any tour. By forwarding their deposit(s), the passenger certifies that he/she and/or their dependents, minors or others covered thereby do not have any mental, physical or other condition of disability that could create a hazard for them or other passengers. We reserve the right to decline to accept or to decline to retain any person as a member of any tour should such person’s health, condition or actions adversely affect or threaten the welfare or safety of other passengers or impede the tour. Baggage or valuables brought on the tour shall be transported, handled or stored at the passenger’s risk entirely, and, we shall bear no liability or responsibility for any damage or other loss thereto. Resolution of any disputes arising hereunder shall be affected exclusively in the state or federal courts presiding in the City of New York, pursuant to applicable New York law.
Rates: Tour costs are based upon current airfares, tariffs, and currency values.While we do everything possible to maintain the listed prices, they are subject to change. Note that there may be a fuel surcharge depending on the prevailing price of fuel
Ship’s Registry: Malta CST #204 3599-40 TDI
A Frank Discussion About Fuel Costs & Rates of Exchange
Given the uncertain, often volatile oil market and the dollar’s decline relative to the Euro and other currencies, it is extremely difficult to predict fuel costs over the long term, and, more specifically, at the time of this voyage. Our prices are based upon the prevailing fuel rates and rates of exchange at the time of brochure printing (usually nine months before departure). While we will do everything possible to maintain our prices, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge. If one is necessary, the total surcharge for your voyage will not exceed $250 per person. Thank you for your understanding.