ladyrose42ladyrose42I'm back from about 3 weeks spent on vacation. It started with taking Air Canada to Vancouver, Canada. (loved being called Maadame with slight French accent). They let you reserve an aisle seat for free if medical reason. Once in the airport, you figuratively walk for miles. First line is for passport/picture taking kiosk. Then walk some more to turn in the receipt. Wait, there's more walking to claim your luggage. It was not difficult to get my 10,000 steps on this trip.
Joined up with my friends at the hotel. The next morning a little exploring and took advantage of the Hop On Hop Off transport around the city. You can get on and off multiple times for one price. A great start on vacation.
Sunday was embarkation day on the Norwegian Jewel. Lines for dropping off luggage, Canadian customs, American customs, and finally to get on ship. It's a well practiced oiled machine a bit overwhelming for first time cruiser.
The itinerary included stops at 3 Alaskan cities with planned excursions at each stop. It also included 2 times at sea to observe glaciers. To say the landscape is beautiful is an understatement. Never used the pool as the air temperature was too cold. So much for new bathing suits. Never used the dresses either.
Disembarkation is at Seward, AK. Meet with friends, picnic for lunch, and hiked around Exit Glacier. Later took the train to Anchorage. The views are wonderful and the dining car meals were excellent.
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