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Bohaiboy

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HAve done the Holland Smerica and Princess cruises before They were enjoyable but also different from each other. Now we are ready to return, for our 25th anniversary, and we are thinking about a small ship, specifically the Cruise West Spirit of 98. I know it s an older ship, but we are looking for that intimacy and up close to nature that big ships cannot give you. What turned us to this cruise is the fact taht the last day is spent at Hyder where you spend time viewing bears catching salmon.

Would love any feed back on this. Also, want to salmon and halibut fish out of Juneau. Suggestions?
 
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BSeabob

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I don't know about the ship at all. But Iv'e been to Hyder. 2 bars and that's it. Lovely spot at the end of an Inlet attached to the rest of the world by the Stewart Cassiar Hwy.
Stewart BC is right there also. Old mining town. Last time I was there the border only had Customs and Immigration for Canada. Don't know what post 2001 has brought.
 
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SunstoneTours

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Cruise West Spirit of '98 is a lovely small ship. They call her the "Movie Star". She has a turn of the cnetury decor with 96 passengers.

As you know the small ship experience is totally different than a large ship in Alaska. The small ship has the entertainment outside of the ship. Whales, that can splash in your face they are so close, up close and personal with glaciers, where the crew will pick up a piece of glacier ice for your drinks that night, a totally differenet experience.

I might mention that the small ship experiece is much more expensive than your large cruise ship. However, you do not need to spend money on shore excursions on a small ship, everything is seen from your ship so the value evens out.

I am a small ship specialist and can answer your questions.
 
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cruises4u

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My husband and I are traveling to Alaska June 13 on American West Steamboat Empress of the North. We are very excited about this cruise! The boat holds 235 passengers...a very intimate experience. There is a naturalist on board and includes all shore tours. If you would like to know how it went after I return, just reply to this message. I would be happy to assist you in booking a future trip. I am a tTavel Specialist.

Brenda Ward
brendaward@luxuryvacationmall.com
 
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