EddieCruzer Posted May 24, 2016 #1 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I think we took our Alaska cruise a year too early! ;) There are dispensaries and head shops in every port. I was wondering if anyone has experienced a "cafe" or something similar in town? http://kushtourism.com/alaska-marijuana-vacation-destination/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TracieABD Posted May 24, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I went two years ago, and don't remember any of that... wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrowCaw Posted May 24, 2016 #3 Share Posted May 24, 2016 If it is anything like Vancouver, they are popping up on every block Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nooptere Posted May 24, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 24, 2016 http://kushtourism.com/tours is out of Seattle. I don't think you can book a vacation package or tour through Princess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddieCruzer Posted May 24, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I went two years ago, and don't remember any of that... wow. You didn't see it 2 years ago because it only became legal in 2016. http://kushtourism.com/tours is out of Seattle. I don't think you can book a vacation package or tour through Princess. I wondering, if you get off a cruise ship, if there are cafes in town in which to indulge? :D I can't imagine Princess would offer such a thing. But maybe when they find out how much money they are losing, they might rethink it. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted May 24, 2016 #6 Share Posted May 24, 2016 There are certainly opportunities in Juneau and Ketchikan, within easy walking distance of the docks. Remember that port boundaries are controlled by the Feds, not the state, and enjoy your purchases before entering the pier area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eaglecw Posted May 25, 2016 #7 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Why go to Alaska? We have Uncle Ike's http://uncleikespotshop.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beg3yrs Posted May 25, 2016 #8 Share Posted May 25, 2016 I went two years ago, and don't remember any of that... wow. Is it that you don't remember for the same reason I don't remember much of my sophomore and junior years in college (1975-1977)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted May 25, 2016 #9 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Remember that port boundaries are controlled by the Feds, not the state, and enjoy your purchases before entering the pier area.And, if you board the ship with even a whiff of dope on your clothing, you risk being thrown off the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nooptere Posted May 25, 2016 #10 Share Posted May 25, 2016 And, if you board the ship with even a whiff of dope on your clothing, you risk being thrown off the ship. Your right. Better off to go for the edibles on port visits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted May 25, 2016 #11 Share Posted May 25, 2016 In the mountain resort towns in Colorado, a lot of fast food restaurants are closing and coming back as pot shops. And the pot shops host BBQs and music fests and it's very like what the beer manufacturers have done for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CineGraphic Posted May 25, 2016 #12 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Anyone want to predict when the specialty charters will start!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Working 2 Cruise Posted May 25, 2016 #13 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Too funny! I never thought I'd see this, much less here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted May 25, 2016 #14 Share Posted May 25, 2016 And, if you board the ship with even a whiff of dope on your clothing, you risk being thrown off the ship. The unholy hell I would unleash on anyone from the line who dared question how I use a legal product in port, especially when anyone who rolls up to the pier reeking of cheap margaritas is welcomed back like the prodigal returning home, would be of a spectacular ferocity and volume. Why? Because the passage contract is completely mum on the topic. Reeking of weed is neither evidence of intoxication nor possession. In an increasing number of Princess home ports and destinations, this is a legal product for medicinal and/or recreational purposes, and it's unrealistic to assume that guests will show up not smelling of weed. It's completely reasonable to prohibit possession on board, but I think their risk managers are acutely aware that refusing boarding or reboarding over this issue would carry absolutely zero upside and possibly expose them in completely predictable ways. Additionally, if anyone from the line is close enough to smell me, they best be teaching me to samba or on an unauthorized visit to my cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted May 25, 2016 #15 Share Posted May 25, 2016 In an increasing number of Princess home ports and destinations, this is a legal product for medicinal and/or recreational purposes, and it's unrealistic to assume that guests will show up not smelling of weed. It's completely reasonable to prohibit possession on board, but I think their risk managers are acutely aware that refusing boarding or reboarding over this issue would carry absolutely zero upside and possibly expose them in completely predictable ways. Absolutely right. Personal biases aside, when it is used in accordance with the law, it is legal. Period. If the smell lingers after the product is legally consumed on land, that is not grounds for throwing someone off a ship or forbidding them from embarking. Naturally, transporting purchases procured legally on land to the ship, even when it is sailing in Alaskan waters, is a different matter. Bob Dylan said it best: The times, they are a-changin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker1972 Posted May 25, 2016 #16 Share Posted May 25, 2016 While weed possession has become legal in a number of states, it still is an illegal substance according to US federal laws. Who knows when or where federal agents might show up with dope sniffing dogs. While not currently enforced, federal laws trump state laws, so be vary wary of getting or using or even being in a location where pot is being used and then re-joining a cruise. Our crazy federal government just might decide to do something for a change.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pablo222 Posted May 25, 2016 #17 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Additionally, if anyone from the line is close enough to smell me, they best be teaching me to samba or on an unauthorized visit to my cabin. I don't recall princess security ever sniffing me. After 9/11, I do recall seeing an explosives sniffing machine. It wasn't in use, and I don't think it was intended to sniff humans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nooptere Posted May 25, 2016 #18 Share Posted May 25, 2016 The unholy hell I would unleash on anyone from the line who dared question how I use a legal product in port, especially when anyone who rolls up to the pier reeking of cheap margaritas is welcomed back like the prodigal returning home, would be of a spectacular ferocity and volume. Why? Because the passage contract is completely mum on the topic. Reeking of weed is neither evidence of intoxication nor possession. In an increasing number of Princess home ports and destinations, this is a legal product for medicinal and/or recreational purposes, and it's unrealistic to assume that guests will show up not smelling of weed. It's completely reasonable to prohibit possession on board, but I think their risk managers are acutely aware that refusing boarding or reboarding over this issue would carry absolutely zero upside and possibly expose them in completely predictable ways. Additionally, if anyone from the line is close enough to smell me, they best be teaching me to samba or on an unauthorized visit to my cabin. Well said. The laws in the State of Washington, the State of Alaska ,and the Province of British Columbia apply here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VibeGuy Posted May 25, 2016 #19 Share Posted May 25, 2016 I've actually seen Princess onboard security use a GE MobileTrace unit to identify marijuana being transported and smoked onboard. They certainly have a responsibility to comply with all applicable laws relevant to maritime operations, and trace detection is a reasonable tool in the arsenal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coveguy4 Posted May 25, 2016 #20 Share Posted May 25, 2016 In a lot of shop windows they had a small 8x11 leaflett/signage with a cannabis leaf and some writing. I never paid attention to what it said. This was 2 weeks ago. Perhaps this alluded to what was available inside? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted May 25, 2016 #21 Share Posted May 25, 2016 It makes no difference to me at all. If I wanted marijuana I could get as much high-quality pot as I liked for free. I just don't want it... :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yehootu Posted May 25, 2016 #22 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Too funny! I never thought I'd see this, much less here! You're right, it should've been on the HAL boards. The fastest growing demographic of medicinal pot users are senior citizens. Excellent when used for pain meds. Beats opiodes. On Grand next week to Alaska, have to look out for the pot smokers, or heaven forbid, Princess sniffers will kick me off. What a joke. Next will be second hand cigarette smoke getting you booted. Aloha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverbeenhere Posted May 25, 2016 #23 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Have you ever smelled some of the people on a cruise ship? and you think they are going to kick you off of a ship for "smelling like" pot????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanabananna Posted May 25, 2016 #24 Share Posted May 25, 2016 And, if you board the ship with even a whiff of dope on your clothing, you risk being thrown off the ship. Thank goodness. I do not want to be smelling pot around me when I am wanting to enjoy my vacation. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamkmm2 Posted May 25, 2016 #25 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Maritime law and company policy will also get added to state and federal law. Most likely work place safety laws will be added as well. The cruise line doesn't want to get sued. Then there is the underage passenger liability issues. Ugh. Lawyers run the world because there are a lot of litigious and/or irresponsible people out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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