Illum cruise-smoke and fumes?

[cdrn1]

I just read on Deb Wills' sight a reader comment that they had booked a birthday cruise and that being down on the water, the smoke and fumes made it "almost unbearable" at times. Those of you on a recent Illuminations cruise, did you find that to be an issue?

 

[becka]

Well it wasn't recently but we had one in December 1999 and if the wind is blowing in your direction the smoke can be pretty bad. I didn't find it unbearable but it was very noticable. Unfortunately you won't know which way the wind is blowing until it is time for the show.

 

[cleo]

As becka said, it depends entirely on which way the wind is blowing that evening. That said, no matter where you stand there is a chance the wind will blow towards you. It's not so bad if you're further away from the show features, but then.....well..... you're further away from the show features!

I wouldn't base my decision to do an Illuminations cruise on that one commentary. Chances are excellent that you'll have a fabulous view and a smoke-free experience.