PDX3Wheeler

I do have another question for you folks. From our last two trips to Alaska, I know that the change in the tides can really make a difference on the steepness of the gangplank. I was able to slowly pull myself up the last time, but with great difficulty, especially when the gangplank turned into stairs. I noticed that the crew was using a lower deck to disembark. Do you know if it is possible for passengers with mobility problems to use that exit?All the best,

Malvasia

The answer is yes, at least on RCI. We recently returned from a 14 day Alaska cruise on the Serenade and I had to use the lower gangway several times. Once, even that one was so steep I wasn't sure if I was going to make it. The stairs are scary! The several times I took my scooter ashore I also had trouble making it back up the gangway.

Roz

Thanks to all of you for the insight and inspiration in your postings. I have a 'license' plate of flames on the back of my scooter basket which tells you something of my sense of humor. I also have a 2" PVC pipe attached to hold my cane which I am never without.

I cannot tell you how many times I have stopped within an inch of hitting someone who walked (or ran) right in front of me. I, too, resort to doing the opposite flow on the elevators...sometimes it is the only way.

My husband is not the most tactful person when it comes to people cutting in line and he will voice out loud that the line begins behind us.

We aren't going to change rude people...but we should be careful we don't change into rude people.

Roz