The Mikheev was built as an oceanographic research vessel. The 66m (210ft) ice-strengthened ship has since been converted to hold 46 passengers, 6 staff, and 19 Russian crew members. The Mikheev, its staff, and its crew were outstanding!
Mikheev
Mikheev crew list
Staff and crew at the BBQ
Barbara, Jean & Oleg at the bridge
Two Alexeys -- 3rd mate (left) & the Captain (right)
Sergey at the bridge
Zodiacs transported us to and from landing spots
Some of the crew at the BBQ
Alexey piloting a zodiac
Alexandr piloting a zodiac
Sasha securing the gangplank
Crewmate enoying the vista at the BBQ
Some of the crew at the BBQ
Liudmila, Barbara, Margaret, Ruth, Sally, Shonu, Izzy & Anne in the dining room
I loved seeing the pictures of the crew on Mikheev. They do a fabulous job. I am disappointed however that you included the picture of Oleg. It does not do him justice. I am sure he would not like that picture to be sent to everyone around the world.