Alaska Cruise/Day at Sea
We had a wonderful, much needed, restful day at sea. Now that doesn’t mean there was nothing to do. There were more things to do than we could possibly do. So we had to pick and choose.
We took the ‘Behind the Scenes Kitchen Tour’. We found out that on our ship 8500 pounds of meat, [...]
Alaska Cruise/On Board the Zaandam
We took a taxi from our hotel to Pier 91 where the Zaandam was waiting for us. Checking in at the pier went very smooth with a very short line. After on board we explored the ship a little and then it was time to set sail. We watched as the Seattle skyline dissappeared behind [...]
Seattle: Before the Alaska Cruise
Seattle is really a great place to explore before your cruise. So if you go on a cruise that departs from Seattle be sure to plan time to soak up a little of all Seattle has to offer. Make sure you have great walking shoes because everything seems to be uphill.
Oh, and I forgot to [...]
Alaska Cruise/Seattle First
We arrived early at the airport so there was plenty of time to check our bags and go through security without any problems. And I was very proud of ourselves as we were able to only check one bag and have one carry on each for our 8 night trip. Feel free to contact me if [...]
WHAT SIZE CRUISE SHIP IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
What size cruise ship is best for you?
Here you can take a look at what to expect from each of the different size ships.
The Big Ships Carry 2,000- to 4,000+ Passengers
Pros
• Activities aplenty, from newlywed games to computer classes.
• Multiple swimming pools; some offer adult only or children only pools.
• Plenty of balcony cabins to choose from.
• Huge casinos [...]
Honeymooning on a Cruise Ship
Each year, thousands of couples make the decision to get married. If you are planning on becoming one of those individuals, then it is likely that you and your new spouse will plan a honeymoon. When it comes to selecting a honeymoon destination, you have a number of options to choose from.
Honeymoons are often thought [...]
Disney Cruise Line in Alaska
Disney Cruise Line is sailing Alaska for the first time in their history. This will be a wonderful cruise for family vacations or for all who like the Disney fashion of service
Disney will offer seven-night Alaskan cruises for the 2011 summer season. The Disney Wonder will departing from Vancouver, British Columbia, and sail to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau [...]
Oasis of the Seas is on the Way
The Oasis of the Seas has run into some strong winds and high waves while crossing the North Atlantic Ocean on its way to Port Everglades. So now the Oasis of the Seas is scheduled to arrive at Port Everglades on the morning of November 13, 2009, two days later than originally scheduled. Oasis of [...]
More Mediterranean Itinerary Trip
In Venice the cruise stayed the night and it was still not enough time. Venice is indeed a one of a kind city, like a fantasy world you have never seen before. No cars, you walk everywhere or travel on the canals in a vaporetto (water bus) or if you want to feel special, take [...]
Mediterranean Trip 1
Mediterranean Trip -
We started our trip with 2 wonderful days in Rome. We walked from our hotel to the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. It was like being in a movie. Both were so marvelous that we didn’t even mind the crowds of people, especially at night with the lights that made [...]