Alaska

The day begins with somewhat less cloud, no rain, and almost…warm.  This was one cruise day we had nothing planned (the other will be Victoria).  It was also our shortest in-port day so a walk-about town seemed the most feasible. With no real push to get off the boat, we got up late(er) and went … Read more

Today is going to be another sea day…sort of.  After sailing all night from Skagway we are now entering Glacier Bay.  Glacier Bay National Park is just over three million acres and part of a bigger area – the World Heritage Site (about 25 million acres, one of the world’s largest internationally protected areas). During … Read more

Our first ‘official’ Alaska day begins with stopping in Juneau.  Although our whale watching tour doesn’t leave the docks until 2 PM, we’re still up fairly early and down for a bite of breakfast (again at Sabattini’s).  The weather is not outstanding but it’s certainly bearable given what hardy Albertan’s should be accustomed to.  Mother … Read more