This ship was just the way I imagined. The way working ships are. The dining room crew and hotel management were exceptional. The expedition staff was very knowledgeable, friendly and courteous. The lectures in both English and French were informative too and well presented. I also enjoyed making new friends and dinner table conversations. After having done an Antarctica expedition, I was inspired to visit the Arctic. I was prepared for the lack of zodiac rides unlike the Antarctica trip, and the dependence on weather.