The Sanctuary on Ruby Princess

We did not go to the Sanctuary as you have to pay to use the area. We were disappointed that there was nowhere for us to just sit and relax and enjoy the view similar to the Solarium or Serenity deck except for the Sanctuary.

We ABSOLUTELY love Sanctuary. Try it per day or for entire cruise, but on Alaska cruises the weather has to be perfect or it isn’t worth it.

Excellent no kids

Loved the sanctuary had the full day we had lunch and afternoon tea and relaxed

We only spent a half day here but it was absolutely great.

This provides an excellent escape from the rest of the hustle bustle on the ship

Best place to spend sea days. The staff is excellent. If it's cold they will give you blankets. They serve afternoon tea up there too so you don't need to go to the dining room. The snacks and water are great too.

Peaceful in the no kids area! Adults only pool

Booked for glacier day and so glad we did. Comfortable, shielded from wind, great view and nice extra perks.

We booked the Sanctuary first thing for Glacier Bay viewing at $60 per person. From 6:30AM until about 4PM, this included excellent service with unlimited bloody maries and mimosas, our own padded lounger with blankets, a thermal mug, ear warmers, special food service at a private buffet for breakfast, lunch and tea service, and a keepsake picture. In order to see the glaciers without the blue glass of the Sanctuary, I had to move to another part of the ship which was close, but overall, this experience was fantastic. It was cold! I jumped down and stood fully-clothed the sauna for about five minutes when I needed to take the chill off.