Mikolaj Golachowski
Mikolaj - pronounced Mik-oh-lie - believes that every day spent traveling is a day not wasted. In addition to his mother tongue, Polish, he speaks English, Russian and Spanish. His first job in Antarctica was as a biologist who overwintered as a member of the 27th Polish Antarctic Expedition to the Arctowski Station on King George Island.
Mikolaj has joined these expeditions:
What skills do you bring to the job?
"Good communication skills. The ability to drive a Zodiac. My experience on glaciers and at sea, as well as my interpreting skills."
What keeps you coming back season after season?
"Fascination with the polar regions. It verges on an addiction to snow-covered landscapes and wildlife who do not know the fear of men."
If you could time travel, what historic expedition would you like to join, and why?
"I very much admire the skills and wise preparations of Bruce, Nordenskjold and Amundsen. Although the determination and resourcefulness of Mawson make him my favorite hero, right next to Charcot and his air of decadence."
Mikolaj's advice to Polar Travelers
"Prepare to find out that Nature really rules in these parts of the world - no matter what our plans, skills and equipment. We are merely privileged visitors."