Skagway was fantastic! We learned how a gold rush led to thousands of mostly ill-prepared men seeking their fortunes, which led to conmen and thieves. It also prompted construction of a railway, which changed the transportation industry forever. We had a dapper storyteller/tour guide on a cool streetcar, and a float trip down the fantastic […]
In Juneau today we visited the awe-inspiring Mendenhall Glacier and its falls. Nearby we breathed in the purist air on the planet near some old man’s beard. A catamaran to Colt Island at Orca Point Lodge included a beautiful and delicious luncheon, with whale-watching on the return, and Duck Farts and beer finished off our […]
Three nights in Vancouver were not nearly enough! Yesterday’s ferry ride to Vancouver Island with Victoria and the Butchart Gardens was amazing. Today we glimpsed Stanley Park, had a fabulous afternoon on Granville Island and its Public Market, and then explored the rain forest at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. We will be coming back to […]
We long-term parked our car at Vancouver International and officially began the cruise portion of this trip with three nights in Vancouver. Today was a marvelous day with an all-day excursion to Vancouver Island – to Victoria and the Butchart Gardens. If you’re like me, you will love all the pretty flowers that we were […]
Our stay in Whistler was a short one, but we had so much fun! We strolled, nibbled and sipped our way around a fantastic loop which started right outside our hotel. Along the way we heard the history behind this hippie haven-turned world class ski destination and how exciting it was to host (and win […]