Morning Thoughts

On 6/26/2019 at 5:06 PM, Trigggirl said:

We are having the long sail today. Slow breakfast, lovely lounge around reading, I’m quite enjoying it.

I have been thinking over the cruise and the things that I’ve loved.

Included internet coverage. I knew we had wifi, but thought it would be restricted.

Heaters outside. It’s lovely at night to sit outside after dinner having a drink without needing a coat.

Blankets if you get cool sitting around the pool.

The fantastic staff. Such kind people, nothing is too much trouble. Genuine smiles and the occasional chat. 

Alaska’s beauty - I didn’t expect it to be so close.

We brought a little set of binoculars which have been handy for watching the shore from our balcony. Yesterday at Prince Regent our balcony overlooked the crab fishing boats that were being unloaded, great to watch.

The cabins are a great size, our Buttler brought our cases out and placed them on stands next to the bed and they aren’t even in the way. Left a note saying he could help with the packing too - kind, but no😝

The coffee has been great. I had been expecting a lack of caffeine, but was delighted with double shot cappuccinos.

I won’t say any more or you won’t have any surprises.

Best desert Indochine for Creme Brûlée’s, I will definitely be having one last one of those.

I spent hours before the cruise looking for information, hope this has helped. I packed for summer and winter and used all of it. Just bring for all weathers and you will do well. Failing that, most of the stops have had good, all price clothes.

Cheers x

 

These posts have been so informative!  Thank you to DaveyWavey Trigggirl and the other posters - I have been following along and desperate for details.  We are on the Seward-Vancouver next week.  All of your shared experiences have made me look forward to it all the more.  Happy trails!

Good tip thanks! Your photos are fantastic - especially the puffin!

Thank you all! Unibok - thanks for the thorough response that makes perfect sense. I feel better already! :):):):)

In your experience, it is usual for a cruise to get cancelled? We have booked Alaska for 2019 and were strongly urged to do so by SS because the cruises sell out very quickly. Now several months later, most of the suites are still available and prices seem to be rising. Is it still likely that it will sell well (or sell out) or could it conceivably be cancelled nearer to the time if doesn't sell enough? I appreciate anyone who's willing to weigh in with an opinion. Thanks,

Jane

Spectacular photos! I so enjoyed paging through them - I felt like I'd been on holiday with you! Thanks for sharing.

First post - first cruise - first Alaska trip. Thank you so much for the detailed info above. We have booked the Muse Alaska for next July and I am finding these boards to be an invaluable source. Kudos to whoever started it and all who keep it going.