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Best Of Times Travel
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| DATE: June 28th – July 7th, 2012 LOCATION: Seattle and Alaska |
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 Alaska – America’s Last FrontierGlaciers thunder, endless mountains fill up the sky, eagles soar, whales breach and the sun shines at midnight. Listen and you’ll hear the call of the wild. This vast, untamed land offers a rare sense of freedom. Adventure beckons and there’s nothing to hold you back. You’re in sync with nature and reconnected with wonder, venturing to Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan and Victoria, B.C. plus glacier-viewing in Tracy Arm Fjord. This is Alaska as you have always dreamed her, remote, unspoiled and whispering your name.
What’s Included:
Cruise Itinerary
Experience nature’s power on awe-inspiring waterways Thunder doesn’t just come from the sky. Glaciers creak and rumble explosively with a stupendous roar. The sound and fury, the icy colors and special effects, and the chance to catch it all on film on board ship, make Alaska the greatest show on earth. WONDERS OF THE WORLD There’s magic in these vast rumbling glaciers. They hold you enchanted with their massive scale, glowing blue ice and crash of white thunder. And Alaska’s waterways reveal more of these thrilling Ice Age giants than anywhere else on earth. Nature’s marvels will live in your memory long after you return home. WILD KINGDOM Feel your heart expand and your spirits soar as you witness this life-altering spectacle of nature from our ship. Gaze in wonder at bald eagles creating graceful arcs in the impossibly blue sky, and watch for humpback whales, orcas, seals, otters and porpoises at play in the glassy sea. Day 1 Seattle - We arrive today after our flight from the East Coast. Today enjoy a riding tour of this great city taking in some of the great sights such as Pike Place Market and more. We will check into our hotel and later this evening we depart for Safeco Field to watch our beloved Red Sox. Our method of transportation is via foot as we are within walking distance to the ballpark. Meals are on our own today. Day 2 Seattle - After our included breakfast at our hotel we will depart to see the Boeing Factory and enjoy a fun-filled wine tasting at Chateau Ste. Michelle. This evening we return to Safeco Field to see our second Red Sox game on this great trip. Lunch and Dinner are on our own today. Day 3 Seattle - Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at our hotel this morning. Perhaps take some time to do some more sightseeing in Seattle before we embark our ship for our 7 Night Alaska Cruise. Day 5 – Ketchikan – The lifeline of this city is found in its collection of boat harbors, floatplanes and fishing fleets and along historic Creek Street. Day 6 – Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) – Located 50 miles southeast of Juneau, this spectacular glacier-carved fjord has sheer vertical walls that clearly showcase nature’s artistry. Linger in this magical place to watch blocks of ice calving off the glaciers towering faces. Day 6 – Juneau – An outdoor adventurers dream. Rafting the Mendenhall River, kayaking areas rich with wildlife, sportfishing, or hiking the scenic trails, this capital city has something for everyone. Day 7 – Skagway – Known as the “Gateway to the Yukon” during the Gold Rush. The town’s restored buildings, quaint wooden sidewalks & Saloon give you a complete historic boomtown experience. Day 9 – Victoria, BC – Victoria, western Canada’s oldest city, was founded in 1843 as a Hudson’s Bay Company trading post. The most “British” city in all of Canada, Victoria boasts prominent reminders of its colonial past in its carefully preserved architecture. An onboard world dedicated to your every pleasure Relax and rediscover those small, leisurely pleasures you never seem to have time for at home. Here you are, at last…tracing the glorious Alaska coastline on our complete escape. And you find that the reality exceeds your expectations in every way. You quickly realize that the crew, from Captain to chef to stateroom steward, is completely devoted to one single goal – making your voyage extraordinary in every way. On every Princess Alaska cruise, there’s always ample opportunity to sample all the incredible things our ship has to offer. The sky stays bright longer in Alaska, so there’s plenty of time to take it all in from your stateroom, as relaxation washes over you. As each glorious day fades into the night, an evening of excitement is just beginning. Perhaps you’ll begin with a celebratory glass of champagne in a lounge where a pianist is playing your favorite song. Then it’s off to a dazzling musical production or a date with Lady Luck in the casino. Romantics might choose a starlit stroll around the Promenade Deck, no other sound but the waves below. Every evening , the ship is alive with entertaining possibilities. Whatever your desire our Princess cruise is an unforgettable journey.
11 Days / 10 Nights June 28th-July 7th, 2012
Add $300 For Taxes, Transfers, & Gov’t Fees Additional Cabin Categories Are Available Upon Request – Prices are per person based on double occupancy and include accommodations, & all items listed as the Best of Times Exclusives.Shining like a precious gemstone in the glassy Alaskan waters is the Golden Princess. Among the wealth of amenities on this modern vessel is a lively Grand Casino, nightclubs like Skywalkers and Club Fusion, the relaxing Lotus Spa®, a state-of-the-art fitness center, hot tubs and more. At dinner, you’ll be tempted by the offerings in specialty restaurants like Sabatini’s, the International Dining Room or one of four elegant Anytime Diningsm rooms. Day or night, it’s always and adventure on this incredible ship. Staterooms The Golden Princess staterooms are designed with enjoyment in mind. Each room includes a refrigerator, TV, hair dryer, a personal safe, and plush European-style duvets with luxury 100% Egyptian cotton bed linens. Add $300 For Taxes, Transfers, & Gov’t Fees Additional Cabin Categories Are Available Upon Request – Prices are per person based on double occupancy and include accommodations, & all items listed as the Best of Times Exclusives. |
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PRICING:
A Deposit Of $600pp Due Upon Registration For Reservations or Further Information Please Call Best of Times 1(800)343-8999 * Group Discounts Available. Call for details.
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Seattle, WashingtonSituated on Puget Sound, surrounded by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, the Seattle city skyline is impressive with shimmering glass high-rises and 100-year-old buildings standing side by side. We will make this wonderful city our home for two nights as we cheer on our beloved Red Sox from field level seats as they take on the Seattle Mariners. While here we will visit all of the areas great attractions and even include tours to the Future of Flight Museum & Boeing Factory, a Wine Tasting and grounds visit at Chateau Ste. Michelle. Best of all our hotel, the Courtyard by Marriott, is located directly in the historic district of Seattle, Pioneer Square, and within walking distance to the ballpark. Enjoy Seattle to its fullest before we depart for our 8 Day Princess Alaska Cruise.
Courtyard by Marriott Pioneer SquareThe BRAND NEW Pioneer Square hotel is located in the heart of downtown Seattle’s historic center with water views of Elliott Bay. The Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square boasts amenities to keep you relaxed and is within walking distance of many attractions including Safeco Field. The hotel is one block away from Pioneer Square Station with easy access to both the Sound Transit Link Light Rail and the Seattle Metro. Pioneer Square boasts beautifully restored buildings designed in the Second Renaissance-Revival, Beaux-Arts Classical, and Richardsonian-Romanesque styles. A stroll around this highly walkable area is all it takes to familiarize visitors with the neighborhood. Public parks and art installations are scattered throughout, and the pedestrian-friendly environment means visitors can enjoy the sights on foot — and for free.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery Tour