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Back to Alaska part twelve

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Toward the end of my two week Alaskan cruise we visited Ketchikan again and explored the city taking in the beauty of this coastal town.

This included Creek Street which was highly recommended and it was easy to see why.

A top attraction in Ketchikan, Creek Street is a wooden boardwalk of brightly painted buildings resting on pilings perched over Ketchikan Creek. Though it’s best known for its history as a Red Light District, Ketchikan Creek has a rich and fascinating history. We found charming shops with lots of local artists represented.

The day started out cloudy and foggy but cleared up nicely and we walked a lot that day.

Arriving in Ketchikan
Another Princess ship in port
Like a parking lot for cruise ships
We disembark onto the pier
The Creek Street Red Light District
Shops built on pilings
Art
Ketchikan Creek

Back to Alaska part nine

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My favorite photo from the cruise

Our at-sea day of viewing Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve was one of my favorites. Starting with hot chocolate and cookies delivered to my suite, I prepared myself for the most spectacular 180° views as the ship slowly rotated a full 360° over the course of several hours. To sit on my balcony and bear witness to this magnificent place is hard to describe. The mirror-like reflections in the sea made for stunning photos.

Back to Alaska part 1

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I recently traveled back to Alaska to celebrate my birthday and my sister and her husband‘s wedding anniversary.

Surprise! My sister decorated my door…
And more decor
And more decor
My room steward surprised me with this adorable towel art.
My sister presented me with this tiara.
Our dining team made sure I had a special dessert – almost too pretty to eat.

I was celebrated with a group singing “Happy Birthday” in our concierge lounge, then on the elevator and again in the dining room after dinner. There were cards in my room from staff members and chocolate covered strawberries delivered as a gift from my cruise specialist.

Thank you Sierra, my Princess cruise specialist!

The towel art was such a fun surprise and remained with me for the duration of the cruise. I felt very loved and this trip will remain a cherished memory of my 70th birthday.

Stay tuned for part two…..