Monthly Archives: July 2026

An Alaskan Cruise-Juneau

Today we are docked at the Alaska’s Capital City, Juneau.  Juneau has been the state’s capital since 1906 when the capital was moved from Sitka.  The city is named for a gold prospector from Quebec, Joe Juneau.  Although it has just over 32,000 … Continue reading

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An Alaskan Cruise-Sitka

Today is a big day.  Not only is today’s port, Sitka, new to us, but it is also my birthday.  This is the first time we are taking an excursion using an independent operator recommended by the company we book cruises with.  We … Continue reading

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An Alaskan Cruise-Ketchikan

Our first port of call is Ketchikan, Alaska, The Salmon Capital of the World.  Visit any of these southeastern Alaskan cities and you will learn all about the five species of salmon found here.  Using your hand, your pinky represents Pink Salmon; … Continue reading

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An Alaskan Cruise-Setting Sail and a Sea Day

Boris and I were originally scheduled to go on a cruise to the South Pacific to see some exotic islands we had never been to on a unique new ship.  Ah, the best laid plans.  When a medical issue required us to … Continue reading

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