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Love all the pics! Thank you!

You have to call, they do not do bookings online. I believe it is a $200 one way drop fee in addition to the rental cost.

They've told you correctly, Cel doesn't have a train transfer to my knowledge. You can book on your own for the evening train or rent a car or take the bus. I've done all three. Based on what you're planning for your time in Anchorage, I'd suggest the bus. Patty

As am I! I posted support for those who enjoy a buffet even though I do not. I sail in 10 days and I plan to have a great time but am grateful to all of those who have been posting the past few months in real time the current ship board life so that I am prepared. To stay on topic: As for room service, I also posted that I felt those who booked with this as a perk should be grandfathered in. I was just explaining many people are rightfully upset, imo!

1~ I actually replied in the very beginning, I was in no way trying to be being "ugly" I thought the OP had made a mistake posting on this board and meant to post in NCL. Their reply told me all I needed to know. They are clearly relying on decades old cruising experiences/knowledge that sadly no longer applies. Cruising isn't what it once was, we all agree on that! Starting a thread claiming illegal actions, imo is "ugly" 2~ There are many threads regarding how unhappy people are with these changes. As a matter of fact one was locked down yesterday that was calling out all the negativity on this board since Jan 1st (when the changes went into effect) Many have posted they've booked with other cruise lines, Oceania is mentioned often. 3~ Since gratuties are now added at the time of booking for specialties, your final statement makes no matter. I assume even prior to the changes many didn't tip extra so that could be just one of the reasons for this change as well. Patty

I've used RIL for both transfers and tours. https://www.romeinlimo.com/transfers/

I've also used Island Wings and am booked this July with them. Great Company, Michele is great!

This is Celebrity, what NCL did is irrelevant?

I priced out a private van (Using ACT) with times of 10am -12noon and the total is $240 for up to 10 people. Maybe this is will be a good option. Patty

Oh oops. Is there a ship transfer? Other than that I am at a loss. Patty

https://alaskacruisetransfer.com/schedule/

Oh sorry! I thought you mis understood me. All is good! Patty

I can't even figure out why you thought I was being negative? You seem to have a lot of points in this post that are not related to this thread? Why was I a target? You basically validated my point... 66 posts vs membership length means NOTHING! I was saying exactly what you are... Patty

And is questioning the legitimacy while only having a total of 66 posts? So what length of a CC membership or number of posts is considered qualified? 🙃

Enjoy your cruise @4-2-N-8! No need to defend how you choose to spend your money. 🤑 See you on The Beyond in August, Patty

I agree with @AKStafford lock down the cruise/stateroom and plan the land portion on your own. You admittedly are a good planner, at first Alaska seems very overwhelming but honestly once you break it down day by day it comes together very easily. The roads are super easy so no worries with driving. A side note as early as it seems to plan for 2024 now, it's NOT! I'd keep researching and plan an itinerary that suits me so that the tours/car/hotels can be booked as soon as available. Tours can sell out quickly. Also going DIY you have more options for excursions on your timeline. Make a list of your must do's and then start to fill in your day with those. Your young and active, you've got this! I've sailed Alaska many times and always add a little land trip pre or post cruise and have barely scratched the service. Happy to help, Patty

For the flight: Seawind Aviation For the boat: Celebrity cruise line. Enjoyed them both so preference is a 50/50 toss for me. Boat has a better price point and has a better guarantee regarding weather but it's a bit of time on water before hitting the actual Misty Fjords National Monument. Seaplane was a different perspective from above. Knowing me, I'd ask my DH to pick between the two. Then if it went wrong, it'd be all his fault LOL! 😁 Patty

The plot thickens 😜 I'd prefer a stop in Puerto Plata to GC but I am sure there are just as many people who wouldn't. Again... Thanks for the heads up! Patty

I've done Misty Fjords by boat and seaplane, agree it's beautiful!

Love this process! I usually lock down what I want and find the discounts as I go, Celebrity always fluctuates so much that I never know how much I'll save but in the end, I never pay more 🤑 Patty

This is in my cruise planner for my Beyond Aug sailing, maybe this is an option? Island of Santorini and Oia Village Begin your journey with a scenic drive to the top of the caldera, an active volcanic islet in Santorini Bay, and learn about the geological upheavals that have shaped the island. Arrive at the scenic village of Oia, which, from its improbable perch on a cliff, offers breathtaking views of the deep blue sea and surrounding islands. Explore the village's narrow, winding cobblestone streets and admire its gleaming white Cycladic-style buildings. Browse local shops, cafes, and art galleries, then drive to a local winery where you'll taste Santorini mezes, sample three local wines, and nibble barley rusks, cheese, olives, and tomatoes. Visit the bodega where the wine is aged. Finally, journey to the village of Fira, where you'll have about an hour to explore the cliff-top village's intriguing narrow streets before the journey to Athinios port, where tenders will transfer you to the ship. This tour is provided by an operator that has been third-party certified to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council's Criteria for Tour Operators.

The ABC's are typically more pricey in the Caribbean. I have one booked for Feb 2025 on Reflections and paid about $414 per night but that is for an aft balcony no perks rate. Some cruise prices are driven by ship and some by ports. In this case The ABC's are the hook. Patty

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Agree! I've done r/t Seattle (once) Much prefer North & South Bound sailings even with the extra travel variables. Vancouver and Seward embarkations ports offer much better land touring options/sites than Seattle imo. But like you said it's not for everyone, we all need to pick what suits us best. Hope the OP has a great Alaskan Adventure! Patty

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