Found Cruise photos

The DW and I cruised a roundtrip from Seattle on the Norwegian Star in 2009. I recently found these photos, we had misplaced them, and figured I would share them for the benefit of those on the board wanting info about certain Ports.

Let me start with Skagway!

We did the Best of Skagway Tour. This tour left from near the ship.

Great views could be had as we climbed White Pass riding on the Motorcoach.

We then boarded the train in Fraser, British Columbia

These pictures were taken aboard the White Pass Railroad heading towards Skagway.

US Canada Border

White Pass Summit

Old White Pass railroad bridge

Looking back on the rear of the train

You can see Skagway and he cruise ships inthe distance.

picking up some hikers on our way to Skagway.

US Border Station with rock mural below

After riding the train, we were taken out to Liarsville. We had a Salmon bake lunch.

Afte lunch, we explored the replica camp of Liarsville

a list of goods you will need for your trip

We were then treated to a light hearted show.

Finally, we were taught how one would pan for Gold. Here is my DW panning for the smallpeice of Gold they put in the bottom of each pan.

The tour concluded at the Red onion Brothel and Museum.

Downtown Skagway

Next Port - Juneau

Juneau was a port we explored on our own. We walked the town and visited the Capitol Building.

Alaska was celebrating 50 years of statehood in 2009.

State seal

Our tour guide talking about the Alaska State Flag

From the Capitol Building, we headed towards the Governor's Mansion. Governor Palin was the sitting Governor at the time, but she was up in Wasilla at the time of our visit.

overlooking Juneau

Governor's Mansion

The Norwegian Star docked at the AJ Dock in Juneau.

We cruised Sawyer Glacier after leaving Juneau.

Due to the time, I will finish with Ketchikan tomorrow.

I would suggest some selective editing before posting more photos. Less is better than more.

DON

Thanks for sharing!

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I would suggest some selective editing before posting more photos. Less is better than more.

 

DON

If you don't want to see the photos I would suggest you move along to another thread. I am always happy to see photos of beautiful Alaska and wish to thank the original poster for their contribution.

I would suggest some selective editing before posting more photos. Less is better than more.

 

DON

Thank you for your constructive criticism. I have been limiting they pictures I have been selecting. In fact, the pictures I posted, especially of Skagway, totaled less than 10% of the number of pictures I have. Which is why I held off on Ketchikan, so I can illustrate it the best and most streamlined way possible.

At the same time, for those coming to this board looking for information, I hope my thread provides something of value. I will be happy if people enjoy the photography and learn something about these wonderful ports.

Enjoyed viewing your photos.

Keith

I would suggest some selective editing before posting more photos. Less is better than more.

 

DON

Suggest that you skip this thread if you need to insult the OP.

Thanks OP, please keep posting and don't try to limit you numbers just because someone doesn't want to see photos.

Thanks for sharing your photos. I enjoy seeing them.

More, more! Most of us can never get enough of Alaska.

Thank you, OP.

More, more! Most of us can never get enough of Alaska.

 

Thank you, OP.

Hi my fellow Sun loving Cruise Critic member. Looking at your future cruises I'm surprised you didn't jump on the Sun 14 day Ultimate Alaska San Francisco to Vancouver BC cruise next May. It is really a special itinerary and we have one of the two forward facing balconies. Prices went up a lot shortly after booking started but they may come down next spring.

Before I officially move on to Ketchikan, I found a couple of more pictures from downtown Juneau. Juneau is a very walkable city, and it has a lot of great little shops.

One of our favorite shops in Juneau...perfect for that sweet tooth, ok, teeth!

The Star was docked at berth 3 in Ketchikan

Liquid Sunshine gauge!

Along the Cruise ship berths on the waterfront.

The DW and I at the entrance to Creek Street.

Along Creek Street

Creek Street is great place to explore local shops and find some great gifts.

Plus the sun came out, I have proof!

We did the Lumberjack show while in Ketchikan! US vs Canada.

I found this excursion to be relaxing and fun to watch, plus if you walk around Ketchikan, its a great way to rest your tired feet.

For those of you sailing out of Seattle. There are two cruise terminals Pier 66 and Pier 91. Pier 66 is clse to downtown, and is where Norwegian docks. Holland America and other lines will depart from Pier 91.

Downtown Seattle from the MDR on the Star.

Pulling out of Seattle, Pier 66.

View of Downtown Seattle and the Space Needle from Kerry Park, on Queen Anne.

Thanks for posting ALL the great pictures!!!! We are planning our first trip to Alaska in May 2017 and I love seeing as many pictures as possible as we do our planning.