Category Archives: Port Cities

Walking Tour of Willemstad, Curacao

Posted on October 3, 2014 by LBcruiseshipblogger

On a day that could turn from sun to rain and back in the blink of an eye, our shore excursion from the Divina of MSC Cruises in Curacao included a walking tour of nearby Willemstad after a visit to … Continue reading →

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A Quick Stop in Victoria

Posted on September 26, 2014 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Port Stop in Victoria From Ketchikan to Victoria, the Westerdam raced against a Princess boat that left about the same time.   Apparently whoever arrives first gets through customs first and the other ship has to wait. I’m not sure … Continue reading →

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Ketchikan Alaska – Dolly’s House

Posted on June 24, 2014 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Dolly’s House Museum – touring a former “bawdy house” in Ketchikan Alaska feels like taking a step into the past as all the old fashioned furnishings and appliances remain from Creek Street’s heyday as the red light district of Ketchikan. Continue reading →

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Sitka

Posted on March 31, 2014 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Many cruise ships stop in Sitka during the summer Alaska cruise season, including the Holland America Westerdam on the cruise I took with extended family.  Sitka sits mainly on Baranof Island and partly on neighboring Japonski Island, with the two … Continue reading →

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Sitka Raptor Center

Posted on February 10, 2014 by LBcruiseshipblogger

The Alaska Raptor Center in Sitka rescues and treats injured birds of prey. Continue reading →

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Fortress Of The Bear

Posted on January 13, 2014 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Fortress of the Bear in Sitka, Alaska raises orphan bear cubs. The cubs have large enclosures with natural features. Lively happy bears entertain visitors with their antics. Continue reading →

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Maho Beach, St. Martin

Posted on November 18, 2013 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Airplane Beach Maho Beach, Sint Maarten For a very unique experience, try a visit to Maho Beach near Philipsburg when visiting the Dutch side of Saint Martin – an island of dual nationalities known officially as Sint Maarten on the … Continue reading →

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Playa Mia Beach Park

Posted on October 12, 2013 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Cozumel Mexico Following our excellent snorkel adventure in Cozumel, the Palancar docked at Playa Mia Beach Park.  They had tables reserved in a large roofed restaurant area for our excursion group.  Workers served us all some lunch and we could … Continue reading →

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Full Speed Ahead on Mount Roberts Tram

Posted on September 21, 2013 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Mount Roberts Tram Much like the time I came to Juneau on the Norwegian Sun, on our trip on the Westerdam we returned to town from a shore excursion with just enough time left to ride up the Mount Roberts … Continue reading →

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Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska

Posted on August 24, 2013 by LBcruiseshipblogger

After visiting Glacier Gardens on a shore excursion from the Holland America Westerdam, our tour group piled back onto the busses and headed out to Mendenhall Glacier.  I really wanted to see Mendenhall since I had not made it out … Continue reading →

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