Ketchikan has two docks: Downtown Ketchikan and Ward Cove. Norwegian docks at the latter, which is approximately a 15-minute drive from downtown. The cruise terminal at Ward Cove is an entertainment mecca with shopping, dining, and live entertainment. If you don't have an excursion booked, this would be a great option to spend an hour… Continue reading Our Alaska Adventure: Ketchikan (Ward Cove)
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Our Alaska Adventure: Glacier Bay
Sailing through Glacier Bay is truly an ethereal experience. The ship slowly moves through the bay, turns around, and exits the same way it entered giving everyone the opportunity to soak in the amazing views. Imagine being peacefully surrounded by a frozen tundra. It is simply surreal. The highlight was reaching Margerie Glacier. She is… Continue reading Our Alaska Adventure: Glacier Bay
Our Alaska Adventure: Skagway
Nestled at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage, Skagway encapsulates the essence of The Last Frontier. Where Juneau looks like most other port cities, Skagway is reminiscent of a scene from a Western film, complete with Gold Rush era buildings, vintage locomotives, and ladies hanging out balcony windows enticing passersby to come see a… Continue reading Our Alaska Adventure: Skagway
Our Alaska Adventure: Juneau
Our first port of call was Juneau, Alaska's capital city. The day started off overcast and chilly, but we were looking forward to our Whales & Rainforest Trails excursion with Gastineau Guiding. We knew we were in for an adventure when the eagle we heard about in an onboard lecture was there to greet us… Continue reading Our Alaska Adventure: Juneau
Our Alaska Adventure: Norwegian Encore
Earlier this month, the four of us set off on a 7-night Alaska cruise onboard the Norwegian Encore. The entire experience was ah-may-zing! I'll do a daily port recap, but in this post, I want to share a little about our spectacular floating hotel. We flew into Seattle the day before, and spent some time… Continue reading Our Alaska Adventure: Norwegian Encore
Venice
Venice was a wonderful way to cap off our epic summer vacation. But we almost did not make it there. Here's why. A few years ago, the Italian government banned mid-size and mega cruise ships from central Venice. And for good reason. Ancient cities like this are not equipped to manage the thousands of day… Continue reading Venice
Å kocjan Caves
We were very fortunate that our Mediterranean cruise included a few stops on the Adriatic Coast. Along with Kotor and Dubrovnik, we had a port of call in Koper, Slovenia. The city is a coastal gem. The medieval old town is well-preserved with its narrow cobblestone streets, and colorful facades. The Praetorian Palace with its… Continue reading Å kocjan Caves
Dubrovnik
"When you play the game of thrones, you win or die. There is no middle ground." What better way to start this post than with a quote from Cersei? On our day in Dubrovnik, the FamTrav husband and I booked a private guided city tour with an emphasis on the MAX blockbuster Game of Thrones… Continue reading Dubrovnik
Kotor
It was another beautiful day spent on the water in Kotor, Montenegro. Encircled by dramatic mountains, and nestled along the Bay of Kotor, the city is a cherished UNESCO World Heritage site. Our first views were those of the harbor. As pretty as a postcard! We also saw the city walls surrounding Old Town on… Continue reading Kotor
Corfu
Corfu marked the halfway point of our vacation. Based on the activities thus far, I had the forethought to anticipate the need for a bit of a break. And my timing was impeccable! We were four sleepyheads who lacked total motivation to get out of bed. And the morning rainstorms did nothing but lull us… Continue reading Corfu
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