~Cruise Critic Group Cruise To Alaska ~ Amsterdam May 2010~

[Tinknock50]

Hi, everyone! I have been watching this thread with interest. I will be leaving on the 5/20 Volendam for a 7 day Inside Passage. I already think I will just be getting my feet wet with this cruise. I plan on putting a deposit down on a future cruise, and am very interested in learning what price you are quoted. We paid about 300.00 each less than HAL's prices for our current cruise, booked through a TA. However, I will have to sail a single as I don't think my travel bud will be interested in another Alaska cruise so soon.

 

In other words, but my name down!:D

 

Janie Campbell:p

 

That's the difference I have been seeing too between booking directly with HAL and what various TAs are offering. So for sure I will be tranferring to a TA at some point. A couple of them are offering $225 per cabin on board credits. Hoping the official group rates will be offering something similar. (If we EVER hear from them. :D) A couple of others are also adding in Pinnacle Dinners, gifts etc. but their prices are slightly higher to cover the extra costs. I have always found that very annoying....supposedly giving you perks, but in reality you are actually paying extra for them.

[LEtue]

That's the difference I have been seeing too between booking directly with HAL and what various TAs are offering. So for sure I will be tranferring to a TA at some point. A couple of them are offering $225 per cabin on board credits. Hoping the official group rates will be offering something similar. (If we EVER hear from them. :D) A couple of others are also adding in Pinnacle Dinners, gifts etc. but their prices are slightly higher to cover the extra costs. I have always found that very annoying....supposedly giving you perks, but in reality you are actually paying extra for them.

 

Yes, I am expecting that the group perks/amenities will be the same and at a better price. :D

[hmstins]

I'm so excited about three things: first of all, 14 days on the ship; second, 14 days in Alaska, and third, cruising Alaska! I can't wait to get the pricing and get everything locked in. This is going to be a great group, I know, and we will have a wonderful time.

 

I love sea days in Alaska because the scenery is outstanding, relaxing and beautiful, and you have time to enjoy the ship and whatever activities you prefer. We are going to have some fun things planned that will make a fabulous cruise even better, so stay with us everyone and all will be settled soon!

[LEtue]

Yes, this is going to be an awesome cruise! Just think 14 days on a Dam ship :D

 

We need to start thinking about a group name!

[azrose]

A thought for your name....since you have it in your signature:

 

"AWESOME ALASKAN ADVENTURERS"

 

I am still considering this cruise.....gotta wait and see......

[LEtue]

A thought for your name....since you have it in your signature:

 

"AWESOME ALASKAN ADVENTURERS"

 

I am still considering this cruise.....gotta wait and see......

 

 

I like that!

 

I hope you can join us next year :D

[phyllisrf]

Letue

 

We've been to Alaska twice. This itinerary sounds awesome. Please let me know pricing when it is available.

 

Thanks,

 

phyllis

phyllis0503@bellsouth.net

[LEtue]

I like that one and I have been playing around with those words plus Amsterdam and Amazing. I think it will work to get things started. I hope you can join us for this "Amazing Alaskan Adventure on the Amsterdam".

 

 

Awesome Alaskan Adventurers:

 

Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins)

Sillyjilly

Marian (BldLvr) & DH

Joanne (JoKen1)

Snook & DW

Laurie (lstrong)

Mash1 & DH

pspercy & DW

cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo

farkle& DH

TravelinGrandma & DH

Chelly

LVSue & SIL

Syran & DF

papergypsy & DH & DD

Sean (Tinknock50)

wingding & DW, Sister & BIL

Sue (bjbear)

Donna (PT Cruisin)

Janie (tjcletsgo)

Rose (azrose) & Steve

 

Here is what we're planning so far:

 

Group Hotel Rates

Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together

Group Transportation to the Ship

Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle"

On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm?

On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?)

Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related)

"On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation

[Tinknock50]

I like that one and I have been playing around with those words plus Amsterdam and Amazing. I think it will work to get things started. I hope you can join us for this "Amazing Alaskan Adventure on the Amsterdam".

 

 

Awesome Alaskan Adventurers:

 

Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins)

Sillyjilly

Marian (BldLvr) & DH

Joanne (JoKen1)

Snook & DW

Laurie (lstrong)

Mash1 & DH

pspercy & DW

cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo

farkle& DH

TravelinGrandma & DH

Chelly

LVSue & SIL

Syran & DF

papergypsy & DH & DD

Sean (Tinknock50)

wingding & DW, Sister & BIL

Sue (bjbear)

Donna (PT Cruisin)

Janie (tjcletsgo)

Rose (azrose) & Steve

 

Here is what we're planning so far:

 

Group Hotel Rates

Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together

Group Transportation to the Ship

Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle"

On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm?

On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?)

Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related)

"On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation

 

I like...."Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventure" or "Aventurers"

[LEtue]

I like...."Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventure" or "Aventurers"

 

Wow, I like that one too! And we can use it for a group name (adventurers) and a theme.....with adventure :)

[LEtue]

Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventurers:

 

Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins)

Sillyjilly

Marian (BldLvr) & DH

Joanne (JoKen1)

Snook & DW

Laurie (lstrong)

Mash1 & DH

pspercy & DW

cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo

farkle& DH

TravelinGrandma & DH

Chelly

LVSue & SIL

Syran & DF

papergypsy & DH & DD

Sean (Tinknock50)

wingding & DW, Sister & BIL

Sue (bjbear)

Donna (PT Cruisin)

Janie (tjcletsgo)

Rose (azrose) & Steve

 

Here is what we're planning so far:

 

Group Hotel Rates

Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together

Group Transportation to the Ship

Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle"

On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm?

On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?)

Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related)

"On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation

[LEtue]

Well, the weekend is over :(

 

I hope we get some great news this week :D

[LEtue]

OMG, it's Monday already :eek: How did that happen???

 

I hope everyone has a great start to their week and keep you fingers crossed that we hear something soon :)

[Tinknock50]

OMG, it's Monday already :eek: How did that happen???

 

I hope everyone has a great start to their week and keep you fingers crossed that we hear something soon :)

 

 

Man, what are they doing....using a chisel and a stone tablet to write this up and then trying to figure out how to scan it? LOL :D:D:D

[LEtue]

Man, what are they doing....using a chisel and a stone tablet to write this up and then trying to figure out how to scan it? LOL :D:D:D

 

Too funny.

 

As I mentioned before we were in line behind 2 other groups. We should be next now :)

[phyllisrf]

Looking forward to getting great rates!

 

Phyllis

[Tinknock50]

Too funny.

 

As I mentioned before we were in line behind 2 other groups. We should be next now :)

 

Linda,

I forgot. What were the two groups you mentioned that were before us?

I ask because when we see those appear officially, we can get better guage when to expect this cruise to be "grouped".

[LEtue]

Looking forward to getting great rates!

 

Phyllis

 

Hi Phyllis! Welcome to the thread!

 

We are really looking forward to being an official group here - as you can see :D I'm going to add your name to the list of those interested.....

[LEtue]

Whoo Hooo, the list is still growing :D

Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventurers:

 

Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins)

Sillyjilly

Marian (BldLvr) & DH

Joanne (JoKen1)

Snook & DW

Laurie (lstrong)

Mash1 & DH

pspercy & DW

cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo

farkle& DH

TravelinGrandma & DH

Chelly

LVSue & SIL

Syran & DF

papergypsy & DH & DD

Sean (Tinknock50)

wingding & DW, Sister & BIL

Sue (bjbear)

Donna (PT Cruisin)

Janie (tjcletsgo)

Rose (azrose) & Steve

Phyllis (phyllisrf)

 

Here is what we're planning so far:

 

Group Hotel Rates

Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together

Group Transportation to the Ship

Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle"

On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm?

On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?)

Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related)

"On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation

[LEtue]

Good morning!

 

It's rainy and cooler here in FL this morning and the high was only 74 yesterday. Feels a little like an Alaskan morning ;)

 

Keep your fingers crossed that today is the day :)

[phyllisrf]

Letue,

 

We're almost neighbors. How far is Palm Harbor from Boynton Beach?

 

Phyllis

[FurryPetMom]

We have been thinking of doing a 2010 Alaskan cruise and am interested in the pricing of this group cruise. This would be our first cruise. Please add us to the list.

Thanks!

Susan

[LEtue]

We love adding more names to the list! Wow, this would be some first cruise and welcome!!!

 

Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventurers:

 

Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins)

Sillyjilly

Marian (BldLvr) & DH

Joanne (JoKen1)

Snook & DW

Laurie (lstrong)

Mash1 & DH

pspercy & DW

cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo

farkle& DH

TravelinGrandma & DH

Chelly

LVSue & SIL

Syran & DF

papergypsy & DH & DD

Sean (Tinknock50)

wingding & DW, Sister & BIL

Sue (bjbear)

Donna (PT Cruisin)

Janie (tjcletsgo)

Rose (azrose) & Steve

Phyllis (phyllisrf)

Susan (FurryPetMom)

 

Here is what we're planning so far:

 

Group Hotel Rates

Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together

Group Transportation to the Ship

Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle"

On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm?

On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?)

Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related)

"On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation

[LEtue]

Letue,

 

We're almost neighbors. How far is Palm Harbor from Boynton Beach?

 

Phyllis

 

I'm on the opposite coast - just north of Clearwater :)

[LEtue]

Just checking in to see if anyone else wants to join us.

 

We're still on hold waiting for pricing but then....there will be a flurry of activity around here :D