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Carnival Spirit Cruise Review to Alaska - Gulf of Alaska

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Cruises: 4-6 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 12

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

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Carnival Spirit

7 Night Northbound Alaska (Vancouver To Whittier)

Sail date: August 19, 2009

Ship: Carnival Spirit

Cabin type: Oceanview

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 15 years ago

Review summary

I found the ship to be too "Vegas" glitzy for my taste, but it was organized, comfortable (if a little to hot most of the time), clean and stuffed to the gills with friendly, helpful staff. I loved listening to the Natualist (Michele) explain what we were seeing, where we were going and pointing out any animals or marine mammals.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

For the most part, excellent food with good sized portions.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Everyone was exceptional, especially my dining room waiter (arthur) and my stewardess (Agnes).

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

Too glitzy. I prefer a less Vegas and more traditional decor. My cabin was always too warm.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Very roomy and well designed. VERY clean.

Ports of call

Sitka, Alaska

5 out of 5

My favorite spot on the cruise. I loved the Totem Park and the Raptor Center

Don't Miss: Totem Park and the Artist Cove Gallery for some great, authentic Alaskan art

Juneau, Alaska

5 out of 5

The Artist co-op always has some really lovely art for sale.

Don't Miss: The Treadwell Zipline was great fun. The Twisted Fish has good food & views.

Ketchikan, Alaska

5 out of 5

I thought Ketchikan was fun.

Don't Miss: LOVED the snorkeling excursion.

Skagway, Alaska

5 out of 5

I liked the historic feel to the town.

Don't Miss: White Pass & Yukon Railroad trip

Pros: The naturalist

Cons: The "glitzy" ship decor

Recommends Carnival Spirit? Yes!

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