Falkland Islands | A Journey to the Bottom of the Earth
Come along on a journey to the bottom of the earth on my two week trip to the Falkland Islands. I assembled this video to show you what I saw and hopefully, I can make you feel, at least a little bit, the way I did when leaving the Falklands.
And for those of you who might not know that much about the Falkland Islands, I also added a real brief history of the islands and a little bit about the Falklands War.
The Falkland Islands are one of those rare places left where you can escape the modern world. Located 300 miles to the east of the bottom tip of South America. Their remote location has left the Falklands a place for one of a kind wildlife encounters.
Of all the places we’ve visited in recent years the Falklands are unlike any of the others – and I think that is was what I grew to love about the Falklands the most.
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The Falkland Islands
Recorded February 18, 2009.
The Falkland Islands are an archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean, located 300 miles from the coast of Argentina. They consist of two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, together with 776 smaller islands. Stanley, on East Falkland, is the capital. The islands are a self-governing Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom.
Stanley (formerly known as Port Stanley) is the capital and only true city in the Falkland Islands. It is located on the isle of East Falkland, on a north-facing slope, south of Stanley Harbour, in one of the wettest parts of the islands. As of the 2006 census, the city had a population of 2,115.
The video begins aboard the Star Princess as we sail into Stanley Harbor in the Falkland Islands. Next there is a tour of the town of Stanley complete with comments from our colorful local guide. Next is a visit to the penguin colony at Gypsy Cove. The video then concludes with our sail away from the Falkland Islands aboard the Star Princess.
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7 Places to Visit in the Falkland Islands
The top 7 places you have to see in the Falkland Islands, including Stanley, the Falkland battlefields, Carcass Island, West Point Island, Pebble Island, Sea Lion Island, and Bleaker Island. You can find more info about planning your trip to the Falklands here:
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How British Are THE FALKLAND ISLANDS?
Red Telephone Booths? English Speaking? Fish 'n Chips?
That's the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) in a nutshell -- THEY ARE SHOCKINGLY BRITISH, more so than anywhere I've been in Great Britain. I cannot tell you how bizarre it is to be 8,000 miles away from the U.K., and feel this strong of a British influence in the small archipelago called the Falkland Islands.
As many of you may know, the history of the Falkland Islands is complicated and bloody... The sovereignty of the islands is part of an ongoing dispute between the U.K. and nearby Argentina, as it was fought out over a brutal 10-week war in 1982, which ultimately led to Argentina surrendering. The conflict still exists today, more than you might imagine.
I made this video to teach you a little about the history of the Falkland Islands, as well as show you some things I've discovered and learned over the last 3 days I spent here with Hurtigruten. Have I mentioned that the nature and wildlife in the Falkland Islands is breathtaking?!
Just out of curiosity -- did you already know about the British influence of the Falkland Islands? Or is this all news to you?
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Falkland Islands visit - tour of the islands, December 2017 // Biotope Vlog
Falkland Islands wildlife extravaganza!
Biotope was recently invited to the Falkland Islands to conduct a series of site surveys, looking into possible visitor infrastructure projects. Nature based tourism i a key part of the Falklands economy. No wonder with such spectacular wildlife! Albatrosses, penguins, Sea Lions and extremely confiding birds makes Falklands one of the worlds top wildlife destinations. It is truly a world class plass place. However visitor fascinates, like wind shelters, are not to be found, despite Falklands being one of the top windiest destinations too. Biotope was invited by The Falkland Islands Holidays, The Malvina Hotel and Stanley Services. This first recce trip was all about scouting for potential wind shelter sites, to meet people and local businesses and to get a feel for how visitors experience the islands. A dream job, in other words! Here is the videoblog from the December 2017 Falkland Islands tour. A very big thanks to everyone at Falkland Islands Holidays (and especially Margaret for much awesome trip fixing), The Malvina Hotel folks, Tom at Stanley Services for the initiative, to the Falkland Conservation folks and the Falkland Islands Tourist Board. This vlog briefly cover the visits to islands Carcass, West Point, Sea Lion and Saunders. In Stanley I was based at the Malvina Hotel and took day trips to several sites like Cape Dolphin and Volunteer Point. This story is to be continued...
Best wishes, Tormod Amundsen / Biotope
Why you should be a teacher in the Falkland Islands
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Tour of Port Stanley on Falkland Islands
Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands
Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands
Covering an area of around 7,500 square kilometers in the southern part of the Atlantic Ocean, the Falkland Islands - Islas Malvinas to the Argentinians - encompass some 778 islands. Despite the fact they're only 483 kilometers off the coast of Argentina and 12,000 kilometers from England, the islands are a British Overseas Territory. The two largest islands in the archipelago, West Falkland and East Falkland, are where you'll find the majority of this tiny country's 3,000 or so residents (most of them of British descent).
Despite its remote location - or perhaps because of it - these cold, hilly islands attract a surprising number of tourists. Served by direct flights from the UK and South America, as well as visited by many cruise ships, the Falklands are perfectly situated to tap into the growing demand for tourists visiting the Antarctic. The Falklands' main attraction is undoubtedly its wildlife; it boasts numerous species of birds and marine mammals, along with a number of great tour options that will get you up close to them. Other popular Falkland Island activities include fishing, trekking, hiking, climbing, kayaking, and mountain biking. Find the best places to visit with our list of the top-rated tourist attractions in the Falkland Islands.
1. Stanley
2.Pebble Island
3.Carcass Island
4.Sea Lion Island
5.The Penguins of Volunteer Point
6.West Falkland Island and Port Howard
7.South Georgia Island
8. South Georgia Museum
9.Bleaker Island
10.Darwin (& Goose Green)
Islas Malvinas, Falkland Island (Drone)
Nunca pensé que podía conocer las Islas Malvinas, un destino lejano y extraño, a pesar de la cercanía geográfica y de lo cerca nos toca a los argentinos en el pasado. Un crucero que recorre el Atlántico y Pacifico Sur lo hizo posible. Los días previos entre Puerto Madryn y las Islas nuestros ánimos comenzaron a luchar contra las expectativas estar a las puertas de un momento único que podría no serlo, debido a que no siempre se puede desembarcar en este destino por el clima, vientos con olas muy grandes nos azotaron la noche anterior pero la suerte hizo que calmara el mar al momento que llegó a Puerto Argentino (llamado por nosotros y una parte de sud américa, Puerto Stanley para los mapas del mundo). Las embarcaciones de calado profundo no pueden llegar al puerto, se anclan en la bahía, llevan los pasajeros en los botes hasta el puerto. Nos resultaba difícil administrar el día en las islas, a las 8:30 te dejaban los primeros botes y a las 17 todos a bordo, debíamos elegir entre las diferentes excursiones, tomamos la decisión de conocer el Cementerio Darwin (en la punta opuesta de la isla soledad) significaba pasar poco tiempo en la ciudad pero era la decisión más sentida, el bus que nos llevaba a esta excursión se llenó con los pocos argentinos que viajaban en el crucero, una mujer chilena era la guía del viaje, siendo ciudadana y sumando 3.000 habitantes (no militar) en todo el territorio cuando el 85% se concentra en puerto argentino… “argentino” suena irónico porque de los 9 puertos del viaje fue para el único que necesitábamos tener Pasaporte, también consulté si podía tomar imágenes con un Dron, solo me autorizaron en puerto Stanley y pradera del ganso (estancia que se encuentra adyacente al cementerio Darwin) lo demás no se permitía por cuestiones militares. En cuanto a la ciudad todo se distribuye a lo largo de la avenida costanera Ross Road. Allí están los dos hoteles principales, el supermercado, la estación de policía, el banco, la estación postal, las dos iglesias (protestante y católica) y paralelos los bares más populares: Globe Tavern que es amigable y el Victory que no es tan aconsejable para argentinos. Allí se juntan colonialistas intransigentes nostálgicos y vigentes, y su colonialismo antiargentino sube conforme a la gradación alcohólica.
Resultaba raro subir el colectivo al revés, vértigo te daba ver que de frente por la izquierda te aparece un Land Rover, vehículo 4x4 ingles preferido por los isleños, ya que en muchas partes no hay ruta y se maneja a campo traviesa, además porque gran parte del año se encuentran cubierto por la nieve. Tras una hora de viaje guiada mostrando algunos montes donde fueron campos de batalla y por más de 20.000 minas que están sembradas a la vera de la ruta (actualmente una empresa está desactivando una por una, tarea que les va a llevar años) se observa la Gran base militar de Mount Pleasant donde se ve veía a lo lejos grandes hangares y personas ejercitándose, aquí también se encuentra el aeropuerto internacional. Luego de 2hs llegamos al extremo oeste de la isla, allí se encuentra Goose Green (pradera del ganso) es una estancia que cuya actividad principal es la esquila de 90.000 ovejas, y pegadito el Cementerio de Darwin que lo mantiene Sebastián Socodo (uno de los pocos argentinos en la isla). En el viaje pasamos por lluvia y agua nieve, el viento nunca cesó. Allí utilizan una frase que dice “si no te gusta cómo está el día espera 5 minutos” debido a lo cambiante que es el clima, en una hora pueden pasar las 4 estaciones del año. Al vivir eso es imposible no ponerse en la piel de esos pobres chicos que tenían que refugiarse contra todo este frio y a la vez ponerles el pecho a las balas inglesas, a los cuchillos y a los bombardeos. En la cima de una colina llegamos a Darwin, nombre que remite a la evolución humana, es aquí el sitio de nuestro cementerio, Argentina Cemetery, el de nuestros muertos. Cada tumba tiene un rosario invariablemente agitado por el viento. La mayoría de ellas son anónimas y sobre un mármol negro puede leerse “Soldado argentino sólo conocido por Dios”
Welcome to the Falklands (FIG)
South America & Antarctica Explorer Port Stanley, Falkland Islands 2 15 2017
A visit to Port Stanley, Falkland Islands as one of many stops while on a South American cruise. We toured the greater area of Stanley by bus, then walked the main streets of the port city, visited the local museum and had lunch at Bitter Sweet where we enjoyed some fish & chips and a local beer.
Welcome to the Falkland Islands
This short film gives a glimpse into the many experiences on offer in the Falkland Islands. From the dramatic landscapes to incredible wildlife and the warm hospitality of the locals. A must-see destination.
Trip to the Falkland Islands
Here are some highlights from my trip to the Falkland Islands
Destination Unknown Falkland Islands, Port Stanley
Travel around the world I finally get to explore my seven Continent and along the way I visit the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island and the white Continent of Antarctica, I'm your host Michael Murphy and this is Destination Unknown
The Falkland Islands
Around Port Stanley and a visit to the Gentoo Penguins March 2015. A Stop on our Antarctic Cruise on the Celebrity Infinity, it was a good day out.
100 years of delivering healthcare on the Falklands Islands
May 2015 marks the centenary anniversary of the King Edward Memorial Hospital. And to mark the occasion, a whole host of events took place across the community to celebrate the 100th year of healthcare services on the Islands.
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We’re on a cruise ship sailing from Buenos Aires to Antarctica. Today the ship will stop in Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands. Come with me as we take a shore excursion around Port Stanley
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A short visit of the Falkland Islands
The rhythm of life - The day of a mum in Stanley
Part Two of a Mini-Documentary series on the way of life here in the Falkland Islands. Part two follows Karen Lee in Stanley, on East Falkland.
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Port Stanley
A trip through Port Stanley, Falklands Islands, November 2014.