The couple flew to Vancouver, B.C., then started their explorations with a brief visit to Victoria, B.C. Back in Vancouver, they boarded the Regent Seven Seas ship S.S. Mariner to begin the cruise. Their course took them to Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Sitka and Seward, with sights including the Sawyer and Hubbard glaciers. On side trips they went whale-watching, rode the White Pass Railway, toured Anchorage and spent a full day and two nights in Denali National Park.
Dolores writes: "We had such a wonderful experience that we'll be months telling you all about it. We enjoyed every trip, excursion, lecture, Even the meals were fantastic.
"The ship was a wonderful experience too -- lovely stateroom with a balcony and a large walk-in closet, which we have never seen on a ship before. We enjoyed sitting outside and watching the snow-covered mountains go by.
"The cruise itself taught and showed us about whales, glaciers, sea animals like otters, seals, and sea lions, and a lot about the gold rush days. Going to Denali was another delight and education. It's a whole different world! Much more rustic. On Solstice Day, we were up at a mountain restaurant, watching kids play in the snow outside on the mountain!"
Hugh plans to send lots more photos, so check back.
Eight years ago, Daniel and Lorraine took a similar trip. See our archive article here.
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