We are looking at two almost identical Alaskan cruises - the same itinerary and the same price, but one on the Princess Discovery and one on the Norwegian Encore. Both going to Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay, Ketchikan, and Victoria, BC. Which would you suggest and why?
We are going to be spending more on this cruise than any we've ever taken before (almost 3 times as much) and don't want to make any mistakes! We will get a balcony cabin. We love using the thermal suites, but will also be doing excursions to go hiking and sight seeing. Good food is important to us. We don't necessarily need a drinks package for this one (though I think both prices included it). We are two 32 year olds going with no kids and we're old souls - we will be in bed early and up early because we want to be able to make the most of being in this beautiful state. We're not concerned about access to things like go carts and paid activities or the casino. And we don't always make it to the night time shows so if they're not amazing, that's ok with us. We'd like to have some things to do like karaoke, trivia, etc but we're not making our decision on that. I think ultimately the ship layout, staff quality, food quality, and the specific experience on the ship as it pertains to being in Alaska are what are most important.
So any thoughts or comments you have good or bad are welcome!