FiremedicMike151 Posted September 15, 2023 #1 Share Posted September 15, 2023 My wife and I are headed out in just a bit to Alaska aboard the solstice in our aft balcony! We've always sailed to warm places, of course my wife is freaking out over the weather even though the temperatures are the same as what they are at home a little later in the fall. This will only be our second X cruise, last one was retreat on solstice, and we’re excited to see the difference. Either way, we’re pretty excited. This 7 day is the longest cruise we’ve taken and the 2nd longest vacation we’ve ever taken. We tend to work extremely hard and then completely disconnect during our few vacations. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted September 15, 2023 #2 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Hope you and your wife have a great cruise. 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islabahia Posted September 15, 2023 #3 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Enjoy! Make sure to take your own binoculars! The views from the AFT are spectacular! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basenji56 Posted September 15, 2023 #4 Share Posted September 15, 2023 It's a great cruise. But be prepared for cold drizzly days. Still worth it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1Virgo Posted September 15, 2023 #5 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Loved the Alaska cruise, and I never wanted to go. I would do it again. If you want an idea for a shore excursion, the eagle/bird rehad center is amazing Clothes. Layers. Have a wonderful relaxing cruise. The scenery is spectacular. Mother Nature at her best 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarKay525 Posted September 15, 2023 #6 Share Posted September 15, 2023 (edited) Enjoy! We were in an aft balcony on Solstice in May for our first Alaska cruise. The long walk aft was totally worth it for the amazing views. Layering is definitely the key for clothing. Edited September 15, 2023 by MarKay525 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Stem to Stern Posted September 15, 2023 #7 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Bon voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yplr Posted September 15, 2023 #8 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Did an Alaska cruise at this time, a few years back. Weather was fantastic! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciaranaman Posted September 15, 2023 #9 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Oh! Another Alaska adventure to follow along with! I'll be watching for your posts 😊. Enjoy! ~Bernadette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SbbquilterUT Posted September 15, 2023 #10 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Rain coat layer plus pants that won't stay wet (jeans are awful very wet). Have a great time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dock Posted September 15, 2023 #11 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Enjoy. Looking forward to your posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy planning mom Posted September 15, 2023 #12 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Have a great time! Love Alaska. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diesel1973 Posted September 15, 2023 #13 Share Posted September 15, 2023 I'm sure you will enjoy Alaska. Bring some extra money as the cost of living is a little higher up there. Just got back from 6 weeks up there and the weather was great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted September 15, 2023 #14 Share Posted September 15, 2023 Been to Alaska three times. Love it. So beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barwick Cruiser Posted September 16, 2023 #15 Share Posted September 16, 2023 Have done Alaska twice in September and very good weather both times. Lots of end of season sales in the ports. Had an aft balcony on Eclipse last year and spent so many hours watching for sea life…and yes, we saw lots! Check out the Hot Glass show…I made a sea turtle, great souvenir! Cheers! 🥂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eyecantwait Posted September 16, 2023 #16 Share Posted September 16, 2023 We had the best time on our Solstice Alaska cruise in late August! Hope you do too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mahdnc Posted September 17, 2023 #17 Share Posted September 17, 2023 On 9/15/2023 at 9:55 AM, FiremedicMike151 said: My wife and I are headed out in just a bit to Alaska aboard the solstice in our aft balcony! We've always sailed to warm places, of course my wife is freaking out over the weather even though the temperatures are the same as what they are at home a little later in the fall. This will only be our second X cruise, last one was retreat on solstice, and we’re excited to see the difference. Either way, we’re pretty excited. This 7 day is the longest cruise we’ve taken and the 2nd longest vacation we’ve ever taken. We tend to work extremely hard and then completely disconnect during our few vacations. Have an awesome cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiremedicMike151 Posted September 17, 2023 Author #18 Share Posted September 17, 2023 Sorry to not post sooner, just rolled into Ketchikan and it’s the first time I’ve been back on Verizon, as cruisecritic won’t load on ship Wi-Fi for some reason. The view has been absolutely amazing. It’s pouring right now but still gorgeous. Glad we didn’t pay for one of the plane excursions, definitely low vis with about 200ft ceilings. So far the solstice has been great! Crew have been extremely friendly and food has been good. Don’t love the fact that they charge so much for the “premium” plates in the MDR but it is what it is. Our only other complaint is the lack of free food choices. You have the MDR, the buffet, and the one little hamburger grill near the pool deck. Side note, for any of you who watch Tacoma FD, Andy (Eugene Cordero) has a doppelgänger that works at the martini bar on solstice, like a dead ringer for him.. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barwick Cruiser Posted September 17, 2023 #19 Share Posted September 17, 2023 Check out the Spa Cafe in the solarium area. It’s free for everyone, and serves nice little plates of food at breakfast and lunch. Great for days when you don’t want a big meal. The turkey club sandwich is made fresh to order and tastes good. Cathy 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Random Cruizer Posted September 18, 2023 #20 Share Posted September 18, 2023 Agree with the above--check out the spa cafe, the food is tasty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tigervixxxen Posted September 18, 2023 #21 Share Posted September 18, 2023 I’ll be on the Solstice soon, hide a duck for me 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PH2 Posted September 18, 2023 #22 Share Posted September 18, 2023 We did this exact cruise last week. Got lucky with the weather - Ketchican was in the 70s and sunny and Juneau and Skagway were 50s, overcast and only spitting rain from time to time. Also, the fog/rain cleared in time for the Dawes glacier viewing. Hope you have good luck as well. I'm jealous already and it's only been a few days since we debarked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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