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 [...]
Why Would You Go to Puerto Rico?
Well, Puerto Rico is as diverse a destination as you can imagine.
It is an exotic Caribbean group of islands, yet still part of the United States. So you do not need a passport if you are a U.S. citizen.
If you like adventure, Puerto Rico is the place for you. You can hike El Yunque National Rainforest which is [...]
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/Pioneer Square
We walked down and up to Pioneer Square. Many hills in Seattle. I don’t really know why it is called Pioneer Square because it is not a square. The area is filled with historical buildings more than 100 years old, quaint restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, a huge toy store and night clubs. When you walk [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Scenic Drives on Oahu
One of the problems with going on vacation is that the days are so action packed that you don’t have any time to rest and recharge your batteries. This is usually the case for those who head to the islands of Hawaii. Hawaii’s visitors often spend so much time soaking up paradise that they [...]
Alaska Vacation
Want to find a different place to vacation this summer? Why not plan an Alaskan vacation? You’ll be able to enjoy sports, culture, and all the great benefits that come with spending time in the city–or renting a cabin in the country. Here are some things you’ll want to consider when you’re organizing your vacation. [...]