We gathered in Longyearbyen under a crisp Arctic sky, where anticipation quietly shaped the start of our journey. The afternoon unfolded with practical preparations, as we familiarized our guests with expedition procedures and distributed essential equipment for the days ahead. A key moment followed with a comprehensive safety drill, ensuring all were well prepared for operations in these remote regions. Later, guests attended an engaging introduction to the voyage, where the Expedition Leader outlined the route, ambitions, and spirit of exploration that would guide us. With curiosity sparked and expectations set, the expedition had truly begun.