Alaska * May 24, 2011

[Mulljac]

We're on this cruise too. me, dh, dd and ds. 2 cat. 11b's. already booked a room in Vancouver. just waiting to see how much airfare will be. can't wait.

 

[fireplug]

Welcome Joanne! Our little group is slowly growing!

Squid

 

[jrp]

Just wanted to bump..

 

[jrp]

Duh.. Sorry Joanne for not saying hello to you earlier onWelcome and hope to have a good crew for this adventure of ours to the Great white north..
James

 

[fireplug]

Looks like we are flying into Seattle on the 22nd and spending a couple days there then going up to Vancouver.

Squi

 

[jrp]

That's cool.. We are staying4 night in Vancouver after the cruise but, have not made any plans prior to the cruise.. Who know maybe we will stay in Seattle also.. Where are you staying and how are you getting to the ship?

 

[fireplug]

Havent decided that yet! We are really just starting to look at options now!

Squid

 

[Christy May]

we will be on the alaska cruise on may 24 also..... myslef, DH, DD and DS.
this will be our 2nd cruise to Alaska and our 4th cruise total.
Looking forward to chatting with everyone....

 

[Mulljac]

Just booked our flights. Nonstop Newark to Vancouver. Used frequent flier miles and got a decent price for 4 tickets. Now it's time to save more money for excursions.

 

[jrp]

Wow Hi All
I can't believe no one else has posted on here.. Must not be a lot of Diser's going on the cruise or they are going to wait to the last minute to start posting.. lol~Still have not got our tictest for the flight yet as we hope they will go down around Oct. At least gas prices have dropped..Got a note from one of the Administraters who lives here in the same town.. Looking forward to seeing more post soon..
James

 

[fireplug]

I have been WAY too busy lately, I need to catch up some. We did book our flights to Seattle, We are flying in the 22nd and then taking a bus to Vancouver. Not sure where we are staying yet. I will try and post a little more as time permits!


Squid

 

[jrp]

That's cool .. And hello to any newbies on here.. Won't be long and we will be communicating all the time.. Happy Labor Day everyone

 

[Stitch_lover_Sith]

Myself, Disney Mom, Disney Grandma, and Disney sister are all doing this cruise as our first. I am jokenly calling this the Escape from Hawaii Cruise, though when we get back to port it will be five days pre Hawaii 70.3. We haven't figured out transportation yet mostly because it is so dang costly to escape Hawaii. Any suggestions for cheaper airfare?

 

[jrp]

Hi everyone
Just wanted to bump this to keep it near the top of the heap..Haven't done anything else yet as far as if we are going to stay in Seattle prior to the cruise or Vancouver since we are going to stay there after the cruise.. Have a Fire/Medic friend who lives on an island off of Seattle and does EMS there at the FD.. Hopefull prices for oil will keep dropping till after the holidays for a cheaper ticket price.. American looks like they are going to drop their deal with Orbitz. But going directly to the airlines is usually the best bet anyway..

Have a great day and remember the Veterens next Thursday by flying a flag or buy a cup of coffee for a vet..

God Bless America and for what she stands..

James

 

[jrp]

Wanted to post a few items on here which might help everyone going on this cruiseThis is from another site and I borrowed the info.. Hopefully more will join this group in the near future..

Itinerary


Tuesday Vancouver, Canada — 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday At Sea — —

Thursday Tracy Arm, Alaska — —

Friday Skagway, Alaska 7:15 a.m. 7:30 p.m.

Saturday Juneau, Alaska 7:45 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Sunday Ketchikan, Alaska 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m 7:30 p.m.

Monday At Sea — —

Tuesday Vancouver, Canada 8:00 a.m.



Final Payment Due for Alaska Cruises: suites 150 days; non-suites 120 days before sailing.

Alaska pre-cruise hotel stays:
Vancouver Hotels, prices and more ..... http://www.blockwalk.com/vancouver/hotels/

DVC Hotel Stays: Club Intrawest ; Vancouver Resort
Also if want to go up to Whistler for a few days there is Club Intrawest ;Whistler Resort ...Intrawest bookings are depending on availability and days of stay.

Best family friendley hotels in Vancouver
http://cruiseislandtravel.suite101.c...ncouver_canada
http://govancouver.about.com/od/fami...dly-Hotels.htm


**** Vancouver FAQ Thread **** Info on Vancouver , sites, transportation, and more....http://www.disboards.com/showthread....histler+canada

Info on Whistler Canada....http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/

Disboard thread on Driving or Train up to Whistler.....http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2329641

Vancouver is the Jewel in Canadas Southwest( info on some of the sites and sounds).....http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stori...n-canadas-nor/

Vancouver Information for Alaska Cruise Ship Passengers: http://www.bcpassport.com/vancouver-...uise-info.aspx

Rental Cars in Vancouver ....... http://rentalcarmomma.com/cities/vancouver

Looking for a JapaDog in Vancouver? look no further http://www.japadog.com/en/
Burrard and Smithe St / Stand
Burrard and Pender St / Stand
530 Robson St / Store
In front of Waterfront Station / Stand
The stand in front of Waterfront Station is the closest as it's right around the corner from Canada Place.
There is one outside the Sutton Place Hotel at Burrard & Smithe.


Ways to get from Seattle to Vancouver and back ....see post # 1093 page 73 for info in this thread.

Port Vancouver info/webpage.......http://www.portmetrovancouver.com/

Facebook group for our cruise. Search "Disney Wonder Cruise to Alaska 07/19/2011" or try this link:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=137501178524


Royal Carribians Cruise excursions to Alaska for the same ports we will be visiting
http://www.royalcaribbean.com/findac...rrencyCode=USD

Trip report from a Dis/DCL passanger on the Pearl NCL on same Alaska ports...good read!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread....4#post37157194


PLAN YOUR TRIP.....http://www.tourismvancouver.com/
Maps of Vancouver
Order your free Visitors Guide
Download Discount Coupons
View our Vancouver virtual guides
Visit our Visitor Centre
Half-price entertainment tickets
Passport requirements for U.S visitors


http://www.sealetter.com/Aug-98/yvrtips.html
Sealetter Cruise Tips: Alan Walker's Vancouver Airport Tips For any of you who will be leaving from Vancouver by air to the ... Tip #3: (actually, a warning): Once you go through the "check-in" procedure, you can't get back to the rest ... As you leave Vancouver, you will be passing through U.S. Customs (so that ... I have heard a rumour that your plane will finally arrive. ...


http://www.al-cruise.com/FAQ.php
What is the best time to go on an Alaskan Cruise?
What are good side trips/land excursions for various ports?
What is the temperature on an Alaska cruise? Is it quite cold, given the glaciers and icebergs?
What will I need to wear on an Alaska cruise? Will I need to pack my winter clothes and a cold weather jacket?
What is the best pre or post cruise tour out of Vancouver?
Where is the best place to view bald eagles in Alaska?
Where is the best place to view bears on other wildlife in Alaska?
I don’t have much extra in my budget for shore excursions (and some run over $300 per person!) What are some fun yet inexpensive things to do while in port?
Is it true that not all cruise ships stop in Glacier Bay National Park? I heard that this was one of the most beautiful spots in Alaska and want to see it.
My favorite cruise line does not stop in glacier Bay. What is a good alternative destination?
What about icebergs? Aren’t they dangerous? Will we see any?

Can never get to much info.....so

1. Spend time reading the Alaska board at Cruise Critic - http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=55

2. Read books. My top two recommendations are:

- Frommer's Alaska by Charles Wohlforth: http://www.amazon.com/Frommers-Alask...4226021&sr=8-1 This is the 2010 edition coming out in December. I prefer this to the Frommer's or Fodor's "ports of call" books.

- Alaska By Cruise Ship by Anne Vipond: http://www.amazon.com/Alaska-Cruise-...4226208&sr=1-1


Harv and Marv's Juneau Alaskan Whale Watching cruise( up to 6 passengers in a boat)

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserR...au_Alaska.html

http://www.harvandmarvs.com/

http://travel.webshots.com/photo/288...21403581VdUfGw

 

[jrp]

Bump! Hi all
Thought maybe we could start posting as to the number first names and ages in the group for the cruis and hopefully 1 or 2 meets for the DISer's..
DW- D.Anne
Me- James - too old to mention lol

Hope to hear soon.. Will try to post everyone to one page as we go..

James

 

[fireplug]

Steve and Coleen we are in our 50's

Squid

 

[jrp]

Ok ! Time to start the list..
Also need to know if you are going to have a fish extender also for your cabin gifts/mail?

1. James and D.Anne = 50's - Yes on Fish extender
30th wedding anniversary.

2. Steve and Coleen = 50's -

3. Alex and Angela =
7th wedding Anniversary

4. Karen

5. Joanne

6.

 

[fireplug]

Checking in when I can. I was named Acting Fire Chief recently and have been extremely busy with all that entails. BUT I am checking in!

Squid

 

[jrp]

Thought we might enjoy this.. It's getting closer..
Alaskan Shore Excursions Released
Disney Cruise Line released its Port Adventures for Alaska cruises today.

Here is a link:

http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/cr...rsions/search/

Choose the port you want on the left side of the screen.