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Russell from Layton, Utah Sailing date: Jul 2007Pros: I liked the view from various places on board, from the Crow's Nest, the Lido Restaurant, the balcony from our room and even from the glass elevators. The crew took great care of us from the moment that we first stepped on board. Our first experience was moments after we boarded when a member of the crew showed us to the elevator and took us to the Lido Deck were we had lunch. We couldn't believe the lunch buffets were fantastic. We always had a great variety of choices. Sometimes there were so many it was hard to choose. We had a wonderful time on the ship. We loved our stateroom. It was very comfortable. On those rare occasions when we spent time in the room there was always a good selection of entertainment available on the ship's closed circuit television system. The cabin steward was wonderful as well; he knew our names and always asked how we were doing and if we needed anything. If ever we said that we needed something it would appear in our room a short time later. We enjoyed our daily walks around the deck each afternoon. There were plenty of places to explore on board for the week that we cruised. Dining/FoodThere was always a good food selection. The food that I had always tasted delicious.
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Ship Staff QualityThe staff was very attentive. They were always very pleasant and accomodating.
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Cruise Glacier BayGlacier Bay.
We cruised through the fjords in Glacier Bay and saw numerous glaciers as they touched the icy waters of the bay. The high point was our stop at the Margerie Glacier where we saw enormous chunks of ice calve off from the face of the glacier and drop into the water below.
Don't Miss: Margerie Glacier. Juneau, AlaskaOur Day in Juneau.
We left the ship and road the tramway to the top of Mount Roberts. It is a steep ride up to the top, with a fantastic view. From above we had a clear view of the harbor and could see our ship at its mooring. We visited the nature center and saw the bald eagle. There is a network of trails at the top. We walked along one of the trails and treated ourselves to the sight of waterfalls and verdant hillsides. In the afternoon we went whale watching. From our small boat we saw perhaps a dozen different whales in the water all around us. From time to time we could see waterspouts as the whales came to the surface to breathe. e saw their dorsals fins as the mighty animals prepared to dive into the deep waters of the bay. On occasion we would see the tail flukes and even caught sight of one whale as it breached from the water.
Don't Miss: Whale watching. Ketchikan, AlaskaKetchikan, a look back in time.
When we stepped off the ship we went directly to the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. We watched two teams of lumberjacks face off to see who was the best at chopping logs with an axe cutting with a chain saw, climbing poles and rolling logs. The lumberjacks showed us their skills. The competed with each other and would occasionally pull a few dirty tricks on the other team. Over all the show was very entertaining and was certainly worth seeing. We also visited Creek Street, which was just a short walk from the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. Here we walked on a boardwalk along the creek, through old restored buildings, which were once the heart of the old city. While crossing over the creek on a bridge I looked down and saw a seal swimming in the water.
Don't Miss: The great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. Sitka, AlaskaA day out in Sitka.
We rode the tender from the ship into Sitka. On the way in we saw seals and sea otters swimming in the water. The crew of the tender was kind enough to heed our requests to stop and let us watch these animals for a few minutes. We first went to St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral. It was a very small church, but it held a number of beautiful Russian icons and other works of art. We wandered through town and saw the reconstruction of one of the towers from the old Russian fortress which stood at Sitka as well as a Russian grave. Later in the day we walked down to Sitka National Historic Park. In the Visitors Center we saw a movie depicting the lives and the history of three of the area's notable groups of inhabitants, the native Tlingit, the Russians, and those who came more recently from the lower 48. There were exhibits on metal working, weaving, and totem carving. Of great interest to me was an exhibit with a native man who actually carved totems and would an
Don't Miss: Sitka national historic park. 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Monica from Thousand Palms, CA Sailing date: Jun 2007Pros: The staterooms. Did get sick with some rough weather but after that it was smooth sailing. Entertainment & ActivitiesActivities: The cruise director was terrible.
Entertainment: Not much.
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Cruise Glacier Bay
Juneau, AlaskaAll of alaska is beautiful.
Don't Miss: A tour of the glazier and area. Ketchikan, Alaska
Sitka, Alaska
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A Traveler from New York, NY Sailing date: Sep 2006A most enjoyable time. Entertainment & Activities
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Val from Delaware Sailing date: Mar 2007Pros: Service. It was our first cruise and we can't imagine any other cruiseline offering such a wonderful service and quality. Entertainment & ActivitiesActivities: Pool was disappointing.
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Great family trip. by
Cora from Gas city, Indiana Sailing date: Jun 2007Pros: Outstanding service. We all enjoyed the service ans pampering we recieved during the intire cruise. The food was to die for, and the intertainment was very good. I would recomend this cruise. Entertainment & Activities
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Cruise Glacier BayBreathtaking.
Glacier Bay was beautiful.
Don't Miss: The outdoor look of the ice Glaciers. Juneau, AlaskaNatural Forest.
We were blessed with great weather, the view on top of Mt Roberts was beautiful. I would recomend the Salmon Bake excursion, the Salmon was the best I have every eaten.
Don't Miss: The view from Mt. Roberts, the Salmon Bake, and the wonderful shops. Ketchikan, AlaskaPlane rideto Misty Fjords.
The weather was perfect. We landed on a lake and saw some bears as we were landing. The tour was two hours and one hour ands twenty minutes was in the air. Well worth the money you spend.
Don't Miss: Seaplane ride. Sitka, AlaskaSitka.
We were not in port long enough to enjoy all Sitka had to offer, but what we did have time for was a good experience.
Don't Miss: The bald eagles in the forest, and the totem poles. The old Church and shopes. 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Rich from SC Sailing date: May 2007
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Great Service, Plenty of On-Board activi by
Dave from Williamsburg, VA, USA Sailing date: May 2007Pros: THE SERVICE!! By far, impeccable... Great! Have Recommended it to all our friends..and Would Love to Travel and Go, again!!... Entertainment & Activities
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Cruise Glacier BayWe witnessed some Ice falling, and I was able to time it for video-taking it..It was awesome!
Great! would do it, again and again..even though, we learned that there was one Captain, who deemed the venture there to hazardous, we did it!! and loved it!
Don't Miss: Glacier Bay, period..all of it!! Juneau, AlaskaLots to do, it was our longest day of our excurshions..try and do all that you can..plan 3 trips!! We did two, without difficulty!
Great! Would do it again!
Don't Miss: The Rain..be plenty prepared for Rain or the Rainy Weather, which we just can't help! Ketchikan, AlaskaGreat!! Recommend doing this trip..
Just not enough time to do it all, here, but, want to come back!! we ate dungess Crab for lunch and did the Wilderness Tour, worth it all!
Sitka, AlaskaGreat! We recommend Sitka for lots to do!
I caught a 35-lb King Salmon fishing in Sitka Bay, it was as we were heading in to shore and reeling in our lines, it was INCREDIBLE..my catch..a lifetime of memories..
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Great staff and beautiful and large ship by
Coleen from Rutland, VT Sailing date: Feb 2007Pros: Everything. If I could get another cruise on Holland at the price I did I would never cruise another line again. Entertainment & Activities
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Philipsburg, St. MaartenSt. Martaans is beautiful, we rented scooters and toured the island it was the best day of the cruise.
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Mary Anne from Westchester, New York Sailing date: Mar 2007Pros: I loved the pools -- the public areas and the classic design of the ship. GREAT SERVICE -- GREAT FOOD. We enjoyed our trip. Entertainment & ActivitiesActivities: I used the fitness center and was most satisfied and was given assistance whenever needed.
Entertainment: The entertainment was soooo professional. I especially enjoyed the skits put on by the ship's personnel.
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Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I.
Grand Turk IslandVery good.
Although there is not too much to see, the fact that you can swim in the ocean or visit the wonderful village with pool was delightful.
Philipsburg, St. MaartenThe best. St Maarten is beautiful.
This was the best port. We were able to swim in the beautiful natural water and sit on the sand. This was our happiest port of call.
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Above and beyond the best of expectation by
A Traveler from Brooklyn Sailing date: Mar 2007Pros: The staff. Excellent cruise. The staff went above and beyond our expectations. Remembering our names and providing special food orders without us having to ask. The crowd is very mature, so if you like to party a lot, this is not the cruise for you. Entertainment & ActivitiesActivities: Spotless, never too busy, lots of space and friendly staff.
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Bridgetown, BarbadosNice.
Seems more like a Florida city.
Don't Miss: Turtles. Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I.Virgin Gorda is awesome.
Don't Miss: Virgin Gorda Baths. Roseau, DominicaRain Forest.
The rainforest is lovely. You can swim in the emerald pool, dont forget your swimming suit!
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.Driver.
Take a cab to the center of city and get your own driver to take you around. It is much cheaper.
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