Category Archives: Port Cities

Things to do in Monterey

Posted on January 29, 2016 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Celebrity Infinity anchored in Monterey, California outside the marina in Monterey Bay. A short tender ride brought passengers to a floating dock with a ramp up to the pier. Passengers exit the tender right into Fisherman’s Wharf, one of Monterey’s … Continue reading →

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Halifax, Nova Scotia

Posted on January 8, 2016 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Our first Canadian stop on the Canada/New England cruise on Holland America‘s Veendam came at Halifax, Nova Scotia.  Everywhere on this cruise was new to me as I had never been to the northeast before and to me going to … Continue reading →

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Bar Harbor

Posted on November 27, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Bar Harbor (pronounced Bah Habah by the locals) may have its prime tourist season when people come to see the trees in their glorious fall colors, but it is a nice place to visit earlier in the season as well. … Continue reading →

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Seattle Tourist Attractions

Posted on September 7, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Many Alaska cruises start and/or end in Seattle. Anyone who has some extra time there can find numerous things to see on or near the waterfront. Some attractions are even free, such as the Gold Rush Museum in Pioneer Square. … Continue reading →

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Walking Boston’s Freedom Trail

Posted on September 4, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

If you have a day to spend exploring Boston, walking the freedom trail brings you to a lot of historical sites and unless you choose to go inside any that have a fee or donation box it doesn’t cost anything.  … Continue reading →

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Boston Trolley Tour and River Cruise

Posted on August 2, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Boston, the largest city in New England and one of the oldest in the USA, was founded by Puritan settlers from England. The city had a key role in the American Revolution, which of course means it now has historical … Continue reading →

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Seattle Great Wheel

Posted on June 29, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

All summer long Alaska-bound cruise ships come and go through the Port of Seattle.  For passengers with a bit of time before or after a cruise, Seattle’s waterfront area offers quite a variety of things to do. Walking along the … Continue reading →

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Friday Harbor, San Juan Island

Posted on May 13, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

As the Wilderness Adventurer of Un-Cruise Adventures approached Friday Harbor on San Juan Island we saw more activity on the little walkway that goes past the window to our room than we had all cruise long – all crew people. … Continue reading →

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Saint Croix Island Tour

Posted on March 11, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Things to do in St Croix When traveling with a group that ranges from 12 to 90 in age as we did on the Carnival Splendor, planning shore excursions that are appropriate and enjoyable for all can pose a challenge.  … Continue reading →

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Victoria Harbour Ferries

Posted on January 30, 2015 by LBcruiseshipblogger

When in Victoria and looking for something a bit different to do, the Harbour Ferries offer a variety of on-the-water options, and also serve as transportation for visiting places near the landing docks.  The harbour ferries have a base dock … Continue reading →

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