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The dust was only a problem while moving, so using a protective cover during those times (or at least having one at hand) is a good plan. Besides my DSLR, I travel with a Nikon AW100 which is waterpr… (View Post)

PureLuxury: good point in that the Tauck groups will be significantly smaller which will help greatly with the overall dust issue. To be clear, the dust is only an issue while moving between stops wh… (View Post)

I thought about adding this to one of the many threads about the Jordan and Egypt trip, but thought it might get lost. Since 1) we live 8 miles from Dulles, and 2) are taking the trip in October 2022… (View Post)

And to add to British's recommendation: definitely arrive a day early. Unlike many tours, it would be difficult (and impossible after the ship sails from Ushuaia) to catch up with the expedition. You… (View Post)

In a previous expedition to Antarctica on Ponant (but not with Tauck), they observed Argentinian time throughout. Less confusion WRT arriving in BA and then flying to Ushuaia then cruising to Antarct… (View Post)