Neilio

I just have specified that our bus was from Anchorage to Seward for start of cruise on Muse.

We took the bus last year on our Muse July cruise. We were on the Muse eating lunch at 130pm. The folks that took the train were delayed and were not on the ship until after 5pm. Have a great trip.

If this is “one of the weaknesses” I think we are in good shape. Happy and Safe Cruising

We were on the Muse in July 2023 Sew-Van. Some of the same stops you have. I did a trip summary. It's posted under "Silver Muse (Sew-Van) July 6-13 Recap". There are some postings related to the excursions. Have a great trip!

We just booked our flights for our Dec-Jan cruise on Encore from Hong Kong to Singapore. We are working with TA. The least expensive Business Class tickets via Flight ease were over $1500 per ticket more than what we could find ourselves. We were also able to get fully refundable tickets. We did have to pay now. Where the Flight Ease ticketing payment is not due until cruise is fully paid. Happy Cruising

Thanks so much for sharing with us. We will be on the Encore for 2 weeks (Hong Kong - Singapore) in Dec24/Jan25. Will be our first Seabourn. Only have sailed SilverSea and Azamara. Really looking forward to your updates. Safe Travels!

Safe Travels Terry! We love the photos and commentary.

Formal is OPTIONAL on the Alaska ocean cruises. Blazer is fine. Have a great cruise.

We did this cruise in July last year on the Muse. As noted above the Egan Center is for the buses. We were able to board the ship at just after noon. The folks that took the train boarded after 6pm. Have a great time!

Terry, Congratulations! I have been following your ups and downs the past month. So happy that your trip is now here. Wishing you and lovely DW a most happy and safe voyage. Will be enjoying seeing your great pictures and writings along the way. Safe & Happy Travels Neilio

An exec of the cruise line and sometimes a TA will provide the”VIP” designation. Not sure if any other way?

On our Silver Muse cruise last July (Seward to Vancouver) they did have 2 Alaskan Beers Available. I just don't recall the names? Also, prior to the cruise send an email to the ship concierge and see if they can procure some different local beers. Have a great cruise.

Wishing you safe travels home. Thanks again for the incredible photos and documenting your trip. Really appreciate what you provided to this forum. ATB

Amazing Photos. Thanks for taking all the time to post these. My wife and I have been thinking of doing this type cruise and your pics and descriptions really brings it home. Enjoy and Safe Travels! Neilio