An Unforgettable Expedition - Why Cruises with National Geographic & Linblad are a Unique Way to See the World with Victor Ottoboni
09/21/21 • 31 min
Today’s guest is a Deck Officer in the United States Merchant Marines and a Lieutenant in the US Navy Reserves. During his time at sea, he has traveled to six continents and circumnavigated the globe. Most recently, you can find him sailing for Lindblad Expeditions in Alaska. Please join us in welcoming Victor Ottoboni! From Antarctica to Alaska, National Geographic’s expedition cruises, operated through their alliance with Lindblad Expeditions, have taken Victor to some of the most remote and pristine places on the planet. Tune in today to learn more about these unforgettable expeditions!
Today on On Arrival:
• Victor shares his most memorable travel experience: setting foot in Antarctica in 2019.
• What called Victor to the Merchant Marine Academy and how to join if you’re interested.
• Victor’s career journey since he graduated, including his time as a rescue swimmer.
• Why he recommends joining the Merchant Marines as a way of seeing the world.
• Why Victor says that, of the six continents he has visited, Asia is his favorite.
• How he got a job with Lindblad Expeditions and more on his recent cruise to Alaska on the National Geographic ship, the Venture.
• Why you might choose an expedition cruise over a regular cruise.
• The craziest things he has experienced at sea, including heavy storms like typhoons.
• Learn more about some of the other expedition cruises that Lindblad offers.
• The prevalence of seasickness on these vessels and some tips for managing it.
Connect with Victor Ottoboni on LinkedIn and follow him @on.ottopilot on Instagram.
Follow @LindbladExp on Instagram and Twitter, and visit the Lindblad Expeditions website to learn more about their expedition cruises.
You can find out more about the Merchant Marines on the Merchant Marine Academy website.
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Today’s guest is a Deck Officer in the United States Merchant Marines and a Lieutenant in the US Navy Reserves. During his time at sea, he has traveled to six continents and circumnavigated the globe. Most recently, you can find him sailing for Lindblad Expeditions in Alaska. Please join us in welcoming Victor Ottoboni! From Antarctica to Alaska, National Geographic’s expedition cruises, operated through their alliance with Lindblad Expeditions, have taken Victor to some of the most remote and pristine places on the planet. Tune in today to learn more about these unforgettable expeditions!
Today on On Arrival:
• Victor shares his most memorable travel experience: setting foot in Antarctica in 2019.
• What called Victor to the Merchant Marine Academy and how to join if you’re interested.
• Victor’s career journey since he graduated, including his time as a rescue swimmer.
• Why he recommends joining the Merchant Marines as a way of seeing the world.
• Why Victor says that, of the six continents he has visited, Asia is his favorite.
• How he got a job with Lindblad Expeditions and more on his recent cruise to Alaska on the National Geographic ship, the Venture.
• Why you might choose an expedition cruise over a regular cruise.
• The craziest things he has experienced at sea, including heavy storms like typhoons.
• Learn more about some of the other expedition cruises that Lindblad offers.
• The prevalence of seasickness on these vessels and some tips for managing it.
Connect with Victor Ottoboni on LinkedIn and follow him @on.ottopilot on Instagram.
Follow @LindbladExp on Instagram and Twitter, and visit the Lindblad Expeditions website to learn more about their expedition cruises.
You can find out more about the Merchant Marines on the Merchant Marine Academy website.
Listen to our episode with Sam Elliott
If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this episode, please share it with them!
Follow @onarrivaltravel on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter
Do you have a burning travel question? Visit www.onarrival.com to submit your question for KT & Jordan to answer on the next show!
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