The eerie, abandoned island that has long played tricks on visitors
Silversea's expedition ship, the Silver Wind, navigated Deception Island's deceptive beauty in Antarctica on its final day. The area, home to an active volcano, once processed whale blubber, with remnants from the Norwegian Hektor Station and British military bases haunting the landscape. Today, life flourishes again, as mosses, seals, and penguins thrive in this eerie but vibrant environment.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 02:26 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 02:30 UTC
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