CruisefromNY Posted January 14, 2009 #51 Share Posted January 14, 2009 We need 8 cabins to qualify as a group. We definitely qualify! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 14, 2009 Author #52 Share Posted January 14, 2009 A few more photos of what you may possibly see..:) Glacier Bay Emerald Lake The Spirit docked in Skagway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elaina91801 Posted January 14, 2009 #53 Share Posted January 14, 2009 \ We have more than enough..Only need 8..:)..Still as far as I am concerned the more the merrier..! We need 8 cabins to qualify as a group. We definitely qualify! Thats great news! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman99 Posted January 14, 2009 #54 Share Posted January 14, 2009 how does the group rate generally compare??:confused: vs lets say past guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 14, 2009 Author #55 Share Posted January 14, 2009 how does the group rate generally compare??:confused: vs lets say past guest Past Guest rates are only valid for certain cruises..We were not able to use our past guest rate for Glacier Bay last Sept....To be totally honest with you I have never done a group cruise so it will be interesting to see how this all comes together.. Kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisefromNY Posted January 14, 2009 #56 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I have done 9 group cruises and 3 cruises just us and can tell you that we have always done better with rates reduced deposit amenities like OBC and wine and/or canapes meet new friends see old friends group rates at hotels if flying in early The signature tells you how much we like group cruises:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elaina91801 Posted January 14, 2009 #57 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I have done 9 group cruises and 3 cruises just us and can tell you that we have always done better with rates reduced deposit amenities like OBC and wine and/or canapes meet new friends see old friends group rates at hotels if flying in early My signature tells you haw much we like group cruises:) I'm doing my first group cruise next month and am quite excited! Then have another in Sept of this year...but think I will love it!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 14, 2009 Author #58 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I have done 9 group cruises and 3 cruises just us and can tell you that we have always done better with rates reduced deposit amenities like OBC and wine and/or canapes meet new friends see old friends group rates at hotels if flying in early The signature tells you how much we like group cruises:) How early do you usually fly in??I was thinking we might fly in a day or two early this time.. Kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisefromNY Posted January 14, 2009 #59 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Because we would be flying in from the East Coast we would plan to fly in two days before. That gives us the evening and one full day before we cruise. We usually fly home immediately after the cruise.:( We may decide not to do that this time:D! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 14, 2009 Author #60 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Because we would be flying in from the East Coast we would plan to fly in two days before. That gives us the evening and one full day before we cruise. We usually fly home immediately after the cruise.:( We may decide not to do that this time:D! This would only be a 3 and a half hour flight for us..When we flew into Vancouver last year we both thought it would be nice to explore a little..The area around the cruise ship dock looked very interesting... Hows your weather up there??I was in Bingimtion However you spell it....Last November..It was snowing like crazy...We were lucky to get back through the poconos to Reading Pa.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckysll Posted January 14, 2009 #61 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Take it from someone who lives in this part of the world.....for an Alaska cruise out of Vancouver, you should try to come in to Vancouver at least 2 -3 days before (or plan to stay after). There is a lot to see and do. And if airfare to Vancouver looks a little high, it's because you're flying "international". To save costs, consider flying into Seattle and either drive or take the Amtrak to/from Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckysll Posted January 14, 2009 #62 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Do you think it would be a cruise that a 10, 11, and 16 year old would like? If so count us in 2 rooms 5 people. (depending on air fare) My three grandchildren (8, 10 and 15) will be on the cruise with me in September. There is definitely things for them to do...gold panning in Juneau, the Whitepass and Yukon Railroad trip in Skagway, duck boat tour or lumberjack show in Ketchikan, and whale watching tours. If your kids are at all interested in wildlife, this is definitely a trip to do. The Carnival Spirit has a great kids' program (Camp Carnival) and Club 02 for the older one. There's also an arcade onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 15, 2009 Author #63 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Take it from someone who lives in this part of the world.....for an Alaska cruise out of Vancouver, you should try to come in to Vancouver at least 2 -3 days before (or plan to stay after). There is a lot to see and do. And if airfare to Vancouver looks a little high, it's because you're flying "international". To save costs, consider flying into Seattle and either drive or take the Amtrak to/from Vancouver. Hey could you tell me a few must see places in Vancouver?? Kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckysll Posted January 15, 2009 #64 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Hey could you tell me a few must see places in Vancouver??Kelly Here are a few: Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Grouse Mountain. If you have more time and want to go a little further, then Whistler Mountain (where the 2010 Olympics will be held) is great even in the summer. There's lots of great shopping in the downtown area, too. I usually get over to Vancouver once or twice a year for a concert or play. I love Vancouver, but it's much bigger than Victoria, so I'm always glad to get home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisefromNY Posted January 15, 2009 #65 Share Posted January 15, 2009 We are Freezing, expecting the coldest weather so far this winter. Highs in the low single digits:eek::eek::eek: Brutal for the next few days! Looking to be cruising in about 100 days!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deborahjo Posted January 15, 2009 #66 Share Posted January 15, 2009 We are Freezing, expecting the coldest weather so far this winter. Highs in the low single digits:eek::eek::eek: Brutal for the next few days! Looking to be cruising in about 100 days!! Well it is already -9 and going for -19 tonight in Yankton, SD. Be ready here it comes. Cruising in 100 days also. I am so ready. No wait ou will be crusing with me........LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyGirl55 Posted January 15, 2009 #67 Share Posted January 15, 2009 *grin*...Marylou...Hold out your arm......Ill give it alittle twist..:p LOL! It probably won't take much of a twist to return to some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen! I've seen lots of group cruises but none to Alaska that I have noticed. I hope this can really come together! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamausmcmom Posted January 15, 2009 #68 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Add one more cabin. Hubby and I are in all the way!!!!!!!!!!!! We are waiting on the prices to come out right now. So this will work out great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 15, 2009 Author #69 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Add one more cabin. Hubby and I are in all the way!!!!!!!!!!!! We are waiting on the prices to come out right now. So this will work out great. Kellywhitehills 2 couples Cobraman 3 couples Luckysll Maryandlady CruisefromNY Deborhjo Caltexan 3 couples Nuttycruisegirl Elaina91801 cruisekwazee HeidenLauren 2 maybe 3 cabins Daiseygirl55 Kimmimom Letue Idlenote 2 cabins MexicoVic MargaritavilleMomma 2 cabins iamausmcmom There ya go..You are officially on the list.... Now for the Alaska photo of the day.....:) How about Eagles hitching a ride on an Iceberg or seals sunning themselves on Ice Or Bears eating salmon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 16, 2009 Author #70 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Well it is already -9 and going for -19 tonight in Yankton, SD. Be ready here it comes.Cruising in 100 days also. I am so ready. No wait ou will be crusing with me........LOL Goodness gracious!...I hate to say it but we were in the 80's here....How do you all stay warm with that kind of weather!..Since I have lost weight I get cold very easy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted January 16, 2009 #71 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Kellywhitehills 2 couplesCobraman 3 couples Luckysll Maryandlady CruisefromNY Deborhjo Caltexan 3 couples Nuttycruisegirl Elaina91801 cruisekwazee HeidenLauren 2 maybe 3 cabins Daiseygirl55 Kimmimom Letue Idlenote 2 cabins MexicoVic MargaritavilleMomma 2 cabins iamausmcmom There ya go..You are officially on the list.... Now for the Alaska photo of the day.....:) How about Eagles hitching a ride on an Iceberg or seals sunning themselves on Ice Or Bears eating salmon Kelly, your pictures are awesome! How did you get so close to the bear? :eek: Have done two cruises to Alaska and I hope this group comes together :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellywhitehills Posted January 16, 2009 Author #72 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Kelly, your pictures are awesome! How did you get so close to the bear? :eek: Have done two cruises to Alaska and I hope this group comes together :D Linda I have a pretty good lens...BUT that photo was taken in a wildlife sanctuary ..I would like to say it was taken in the wild but the bear was in a field behind a fence..:) Kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted January 16, 2009 #73 Share Posted January 16, 2009 LindaI have a pretty good lens...BUT that photo was taken in a wildlife sanctuary ..I would like to say it was taken in the wild but the bear was in a field behind a fence..:) Kelly No matter...it is still awesome! All of your photos are :D It is cold enough here in FL today to make me think I'm in Alaska :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted January 16, 2009 #74 Share Posted January 16, 2009 I forgot to mention that when I was over on the Alaska boards I saw a thread that started on Dec 13 2007 for the Sept 2, 2009 sailing on the Spirit. So, maybe they open up sooner some years than I thought..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisekwazee Posted January 16, 2009 #75 Share Posted January 16, 2009 I sure hope this keeps getting bigger so we can really get a good size CruiseGroup going. I told my friend and she was excited. By the way, awesome pictures. Have a great weekend. cruisekwazee Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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