mtnesterz

The answer for which ship is the smallest. The disembarking passengers can equal the population of a port town. Try to avoid that. So, absolutely stay off the Royal, Majestic and Discovery. Also no wraparound Promenade deck on these three. Since you posted on the Princess board, you're looking for a Princess ship, yes? The Sapphire is the best of given choices of the Princess fleet for Alaska, as it has an intact Skywalkers for viewing scenery. Grand had it removed. Can't speak to kids programs, but there is a kids area. Very few kids on Princess. Last cruise, none, zero!

Sorry, but don't understand your reasoning. Interested in your thoughts in more detail. Why and which ones?

You will likely also see the same servers at breakfast or lunch in the buffet. This is to say they are in the pool of those in the tronc scheme... unless you opt out. Is that what you meant by added tip? If instead you are an envelope tipper, then if so inclined, tip then and there. Can't predict seeing them again on the last day.

Looks like the Alhambra, Monterey Park locations are close to us. Thanks for the tip. We drive to Monterey Park and stock up on non-perishable home goods occasionally. Nothing is cheap these days!

I thought you were referring to Jambel's Jerk Pit in San Pedro. I'd be interested to know the place.