Cheadle_Chick

Thank you! Lots of great info! We are on the Koningsdam.

Holy cannoli! That's a fantastic deal! I'd be THRILLED to get it for that. Right now hotels are anywhere from $700 to $1000 CND. I was thinking it might be a treat and part of the whole experience (and handy) to be at one of those big hotels right there. Was hoping to use some air miles as well to knock the price down a bit but if I could get it for what you did, then we'd be even better off!

We're only there for one night so probably not needing a kitchenette. I think I did look at it but it was either sold out or even more pricey.

We weren't planning on bringing one but had considered our collapsible wagon just in case.

Thanks! I think we're scheduled for Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway.

Gotcha! Thank you! So based on the fact that we are booked in a Vista Suite, what would we be able to upgrade to? Right now I believe we're mid ship on the 6th deck.

I looked at the lumberjack show and thought the same! I bet the kids would enjoy it. I'm avoiding bringing car seats at all costs, so probably won't rent a car but that's a really good idea!

We're considering staying at either the Westin Bayshore or either the Pan Pacific or Fairmont Waterfront. We have two kids, 3 and almost 6. We thought the Westin looked really nice with the pools and close access to the seawall but I'm a bit hesitant on the walk from there to Canada Place with kids & luggage... Thoughts? Any and all welcome!

We are considering staying at the Westin Bayshore and wondering if it's walkable (with 2 younger but highly mobile children) to the Cruise terminal? For those that have stayed here, is it worthwhile? What did you like best? We think the pools might be a big hit with our 2 younger kids.

What's the difference between a category "V" room and a category "VA" room?

Hi Everyone, This is my first post here but it seems like an excellent resource! We are going to be cruising with our two younger children (3 and almost 6) in September to Alaska. I'm excited but also a wee bit stressed about logistics on some things. We have a balcony room booked with the upper fold away bed and sofa bed. I think it's a Vista Suite? We are cruising with quite a few other family members and several other cousins of similar ages. Does anyone have any "must know" tips for cruising with younger kids? What to do, what not to do, tips that might not be well known? Or just what worked well for you. I'm curious about the kids club. I've looked online and the majority of the information out there is pretty limited. I already feel kinda guilty dropping the kids off at a kids club so we can go do some fun things on our own. haha Does anyone know if there are any babysitting services on the ship? How about excursions? We were thinking the White Pass Train ride might be fun but it's nearly 3 hours... I think the magic of the train ride might be well worn off after an hour haha. Last question (for now haha), Would it be worthwhile for us to get the Club Orange package? Was thinking more about priority boarding and disembarking being really handy. What would your room be upgraded to? I'm not completely understanding what it means to have your room upgraded with that "meta category". I had thought the ability to use the club orange dining room might be handy with the kids but maybe it's not a huge advantage? Thanks!