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Just got into Victoria alongside the Volendam. Raining g so we're not taking the shuttle to town - no Irish Times Pub for us tonight. We will instead be eating final dinner in MDR. Bags are packed - ready to go into the hall. Deadline is midnight- we packed anticipating going into Victoria but changed our minds - think this is the earliest I've ever packed at the end of a cruise. 😪🤧 We

Didn't find a clean copy of the entire menu, but here's what I did find. Tracy's doesn't really list pound prices that I could find except for the Brown King crab.

Crabs and Restrooms (oh my - that could be a bad combination, 😆) Meant to post this yesterday - the menu from Ketchikan Crab & Go for anyone needing a crab fix. Pinnacle Grill does not have crab on the menu, so this is your place to get it. It's inside the Salmon Landing Market "mall" downstairs near the bear; restrooms are upstairs.

@oakridger Hey, Nancy - figured if I was going to get internet and do a live review, I should really do it 🙂 Yes it always rains on us,, too,, when we're in Ketchikan which is great for doing the ATV excursion. But since we weren't doing it this time, we weren't sure how fun walking around in the rain would be, lol. So we were thrilled to have the beautiful weather. This morning is overcast and really looks like it could rainy any moment. We have company in our clouds...

Just returned from the thermal pool; while relaxing in a ceramic chair (I love those things - can I get one delivered?) I was treated to a very nice dolphin show. We crossed into Canada about an hour ago and were told we'd likely see an increase in wildlife. If that's it, they were right on schedule, lol. No pictures since I was in the spa, but it was nice. Tonight is Pinnacle Grill and candied bacon, so no more spa tonight. Tomorrow I'll do at least 2 final visits as we don't get into Victoria BC until 8pm. Can't visit the spa Sat am since we'll be disembarking, so I will make the most of my time there tomorrow. And still need to visit FCC to book my next Alaskan adventure!!

Happened to go through the 🎰 casino today (to avoid the elevator mob delay getting back on board in Ketchikan). The upgrades are obvious- it is definitely bigger with some fancy new machines. There is also a smaller section with doors that looks like it could be closed off for smoking.

Agree that some people need to do a better job of "self policing" and honoring the honor system. This week, I am on Eurodam in AK. There has only been 1 time where I wasn't able to get a ceramic chair. There were a few people noticeably sleeping (not napping); I went to the hydro pool and when I returned to the chairs, I was able to get one. The sleepers were still 😴...they may have had to wake them up when they closed. Not once has the pool been full. I am working on a neck/shoulder thing, so I feel fortunate it worked out this week. In fact, I just returned from there and was treated to a nice dolphin show while I was in the chair - neither napping nor sleeping. 🤗 Not sure what the fix is, but agree the system is flawed. But I do enjoy having (and using) a thermal pass.

Just short of 1 hour out of Ketchikan - glassy smooth water. No whales yet today.

Hey @Denise T if you're still packing, you might want to be sure to toss in ear muffs. Even in the sun when a jacket may due (vs a coat) the slightest breeze can still chill the ears. I forgot mine today and wished a few times I had them. I practically live in 'em on the balcony.

Back on board still enjoying the beautiful 52(F) almost clear blue sky day. Haven't seen any Pier Runners yet, but there's still time, lol. Well, thanks to a little internet glitch, I lost the original pictures and we've since left. But it was a nice final view of the pier, nonetheless, and sail away is gorgeous. We're headed to our final port, Victoria BC. It will be a very quick stop for dinner, as we're only there 8pm - midnight. We're having candied bacon in the Pinnacle tonight - yummy!!

Enjoying a cappuccino from Local Grounds in the whale park while we wait for All Aboard. Local Grounds has a decent menu - I only captured one side of the menu.

Beautiful sunny day, 52, occasional breeze. Nice weather for walking Creek Street.

We've been cleared to go ashore. Looks to be a beautiful dry 🌞 day in Ketchikan; perfect for walking the streets over to Annabelle's for lunch. This is a very short stop as All Aboard is 1230.

No excursions booked for today - we'll just wander the town and eat a quick lunch at Annabelle's before a very early 12:20 All Aboard. Usually 🌧 🌦 when we're here, so we do an ATV ride on old abandoned logging trails - the wetter, the better. But since this is a very short stop, we decided to not do the ATV. Mother Nature seems to approve as we've been blessed with a clear, dry day. ☀️🌞🌝

Waiting on clearance to leave ship - looks to be a beautiful day in Ketchikan!

Good morning, Ketchikan!!

Sunrise through Tongass Narrows coming into Ketchikan has been lovely (seem to be giving that word a workout - open to suggestions for alternatives, lol). The water is very still, balcony is such a peaceful place (using the HAL provided blanket plus my jacket) - sure wish Explorations Central was open this time of day. Is it too early for wine? Need something to enjoy on the balcony. Miss the wake views from the aft balconies, but these views are still stunning and camera-worthy. Slightly envious of those who were able to snag the afts 😘🤧 but this slightly forward deck 6 SS from a lowest level balcony guarantee is quite enjoyable and proof last minute guarantees can pay off!! Thanks again @Denise T for your Live thread - it was the inspiration for this booking!!

Sorry, @Denise T I should have checked your itinerary before posting the Sitka pics - it's worth a stop on your next trip! We've entered the Tongass Narrows as we head closer to Ketchikan. BTW - balcony pictures are taken port side. Additional posts & pictures are on my Live Eurodam AK April 29 - May 6 thread. I am really excited to follow @Denise T and her pictures in a few weeks - no such thing as "too much Alaska" for us Lower 48ers.

More pictures from Sitka yesterday: Enjoyed coffee at A Little Something just next to the Lutheran church. It's inside a "mall" with little shops - has fish shaped bike racks out front. There's a pretty dark blue coat at the fur store if you have an extra $17k - we passed, so it may still be available 😀 Flowers in bloom at the harbor across from the shuttle drop. Mountain in the background sure makes a nice view. Sitka is very walkable (reminder free shuttle runs continuously throughout the day to/from ship & Downtown) with a variety of restaurants. The Russian influence is evident in the food options as well as in the shops. This is the place to buy nesting dolls and Christmas ornaments. A very nice variety of handmade jewelry, gifts and shirts - lots of artisans. Last few pictures are from our balcony looking over the port as we prepared to say goodbye to Sitka. Weather held - just started to drizzle as we got back to the ship. There is a courtesy cart to get you to/from the ship & the welcome center if you want/need. We didn't use it, but would also be handy if you're prone to shopping 😉

Few pictures from around Sitka, which is a bike-friendly, dog-friendly town. The new welcome center was nice, ypu still go through the old one when returning to the ship. There are excursions available Downtown at the shuttle drop. View of the church with mountain behind is lovely - clouds rolled in as the day went by eventually blocking the mountain. Remember to get fresh popcorn at the Lutheran church - we didn't have room, but did get coffee just inside the littleshop next to it. There are unique fish shaped bike racks outside.

Good morning - we're entering Tongass Narrows as we near Ketchikan.

Yes, we've missed the libraries, too, and are happy to see them returning. Not sure why they feel it necessary to leave all the empty cubbies in Explorations Central which had games and a few books... DH got a really big book to read and is halfway through it. He took a picture of the front of it so if he doesn't finish, he can get it at home. Selection seems to be pretty good with several copies of each book. Drop box to return is just inside the door.

Warm goodness...

Time for the good stuff- berry crumble!!

Progress has been made on the steamer pot, as there is now more in the lid than the pot. The pot is mostly crab and soup. Triple berry crisp a la mode will finish it off. That I will eat, lol, we had it at the Mariners Lunch and it was awesome!!