As the Dawn Princess sailed out of San Francisco’s harbor, we passed under the Golden Gate Bridge, and these photos were taken from the top deck. The Art Deco themed bridge, one of the most widely recognized San Francisco landmarks, opened for vehicle traffic at noon on May 28th, 1937. The Golden Gate refers not [...]
Safety Demonstration
May 15, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Travel Tip: Leave Early
May 14, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Port of Call: Victoria, British Columbia
May 11, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Today is our first, and only, day in port on this short cruise. We are currently in Victoria, British Columbia (Canada), and I found an Internet Cafe where I can get a good connection. The connection at sea was spotty, at best, and very expensive. So, I’ve allowed myself half an hour to check personal email, [...]
How to Enjoy a Day at Sea
May 10, 2006 By Leave a Comment
A day at sea can be as restful or as busy as you choose. Here’s a sampling of options available today: Food & beverages (many options) Fitness classes Fruit & vegetable carving demonstration Ice carving demonstration Movies (in your cabin or the theater) Bingo High tea Art auction Service club meetings Computer classes Health & [...]
Sailing Away on the Dawn Princess
May 9, 2006 By Leave a Comment
I’ve been on a number of cruises over the years, and have learned that there are things that can be done to enhance the experience, or that will negatively impact it. As with other things in life, attitude determines much of what will occur. Embarkation is a relatively complicated process, by which passengers are checked [...]
Bon Voyage: Cruising
May 8, 2006 By Leave a Comment
I’m leaving this afternoon for San Francisco, and then tomorrow afternoon will board Princess Cruise Line’s Dawn Princess for a mini-vacation. It’s a 3-night cruise, with one port of call in Victoria, BC, and then ending up in Vancouver, BC. I don’t know what internet access will be like while at sea. If I have access, [...]
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