Antarctica & South Georgia. Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

March 23, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica & South Georgia. Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

» Antarctica

» Nov 17 2023 – Dec 3 2023 (17 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 to 4 – Sailing to South Georgia
Days 5 to 8 – Exploring South Georgia
Days 9 and 10 – Sailing to Antarctic Peninsula
Day 11 – Elephant Island
Days 12 to 15 – Exploring Antarctica
Day 16 – Antarctica and Scheduled Return Flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas
Day 17 – Punta Arenas. End of Itinerary

SHIP

Magellan Explorer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Join us for a remarkable experience that takes you through the western Antarctic Peninsula, through Elephant Island to South Georgia. The South Georgia and Antarctica air-cruise allows you to sail through the nutrient-rich waters and, each day, disembark with our expert polar guides having time to either hike, snowshoe, or kayak in bays nearby. As we make our way to South Georgia, you will follow in the footsteps of famous Antarctic explorers, like Ernest Shackleton, and learn about their daring southerly adventures. After reaching South Georgia, visit some of the largest colonies of penguins in the world, including the king penguin, and see the nesting grounds of thousands of albatrosses.

INCLUDES

For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, group transfers airport/hotel on Day 1.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar, with a welcome dinner including drinks on Day 1.
1 overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica.
For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, enjoy special access to Explorers House.
Group transfers airport/hotel on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica, and group transfers hotel/airport on the last day of the air-cruise.
Flight from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
Ship cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage. Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
Daily served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses.
Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board.
Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water, and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition.
All guided shore excursions.
Lectures and entertainment on board.
Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica.
Contingency Plan.
IAATO passenger fee.

EXCLUDES

Anything that is not specifically listed under the “Includes” section. For example:
Accommodation, meals, excursions, and transfers other than those included in the itinerary. Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not included.
Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar.
Internet connection on board the ship.
Personal travel insurance.
Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
Gratuities.
Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.

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Antarctica – Polar Circle – Whale Watching

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Polar Circle – Whale Watching

» Antarctica

» Mar 23 2025 – Apr 3 2025 (12 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 9 – Exploring Antarctica and Crossing the Circle
Days 10 and 11 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 12 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Diving

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise passes through waters travelled by Humpback, Minke and Fin whales. Anchoring in various spots around the region, the expedition offers the chance to dive in the iceberg-heavy waters.

Itinerary Outline

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Elephant Island – Weddell Sea – Polar Circle

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Elephant Island – Weddell Sea – Polar Circle

» Antarctica

» Mar 9 2025 – Mar 23 2025 (15 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 4 – Elephant Island
Days 5 and 6 – Weddell Sea
Days 7 to 12 – Western Side of Antarctic Peninsula and Crossing the Circle
Day 15 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Diving
Polar Photography Workshops
Snowshoeing

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This expansive expedition takes you into the Antarctic Circle, combining the rich animal life of the Weddell Sea with the surreal shores and islands of the Antarctic Peninsula. Such key landing sites as the legendary Elephant Island and Crystal Sound make this voyage truly exceptional.

Itinerary Outline

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Basecamp

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Feb 25 2025 – Mar 9 2025 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the Southern Polar skies.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Basecamp

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Feb 13 2025 – Feb 25 2025 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the Southern Polar skies.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

» Antarctica

» Feb 3 2025 – Feb 13 2025 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
Day 8 – South Shetland
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking
Polar Photography Workshops

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands cruise delivers you into a landscape of dark rugged rock, pure white snow, and a fantastic variety of wildlife. Come say hello to whales, seals, and thousands of penguins.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Malvinas – South Georgia – Antarctica

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Malvinas – South Georgia – Antarctica

» Antarctica

» Jan 16 2025 – Feb 3 2025 (19 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Day 2 – At Sea
Days 3 and 4 – Malvinas/Falkland Islands
Days 5 and 6 – At Sea
Days 7 to 10 – South Georgia
Day 11 – At Sea
Day 12 – South Orkney
Days 13 to 16 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 17 and 18 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 19 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula cruise is an animal-lover’s dream come true. The expedition explores one of the last untamed areas on Earth – a land of ruggedly beautiful landscapes and amazingly varied wildlife.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

» Antarctica

» Jan 6 2025 – Jan 16 2025 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
Day 8 – South Shetland
Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Polar Photography Workshops
Snowshoeing

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands cruise delivers you into a landscape of dark rugged rock, pure white snow, and a fantastic variety of wildlife. Come say hello to whales, seals, and thousands of penguins.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Basecamp

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Dec 25 2024 – Jan 6 2025 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the Southern Polar skies.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Malvinas/Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica

March 22, 2023/by Fede y Lucho

Malvinas/Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica

» Antarctica

» Dec 6 2024 – Dec 25 2024 (20 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Day 2 – At Sea
Days 3 to 5 – Malvinas/Falkland Islands
Days 6 and 7 – At Sea
Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia
Day 12 – At Sea
Day 13 – South Orkney
Days 14 to 17 – Exploring Antarctica
Days 18 and 19 – Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 20 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

Plancius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Plancius

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula cruise is an animal-lover’s dream come true. The expedition explores one of the last untamed areas on Earth – a land of ruggedly beautiful landscapes and amazingly varied wildlife.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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