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08/03/2007: ""A Sailing We Will Go""

Here is some good news! Nick and I are set to take our yearly summer trip together. We have taken on a few camping trips in the past but this year, due in part to my fragility, we are going in style. Saturday morning we fly to Seattle to begin a one-week cruise of Alaska’s Inland Passage. I chose a big ship with lots of teen activity going on. This way, I can relax and not stress on where to eat, where to stay, what sites to see, etc. We have chosen shore excursions that will take us on the White Pass scenic railway out of Skagway, a walk through the Tongass National rainforest, and an Orca whale-watching trip.

Nick is excited but neither of us really knows what to expect. I have only been on one other cruise and that was a brief one in the Bahamas. The more people we tell about this cruise, the more we find out that cruising to Alaska is a popular activity. Jeanette and I have traveled much of Europe, some in North Africa, and a little in Asia. When we moved back to the US, we dedicated ourselves to traveling North America. This will be my first time in Alaska, but the more I read about it and see photographs, the more I realize that a return visit is inevitable.

The ship has wireless Internet access so stay tuned for updates and photographs. I am really excited that I feel strong enough to handle this trip. I will have my little portable oxygen bottles with me, but that seems like such a small inconvenience for such a huge reward.

Replies: 5 Comments

on Saturday, August 4th, pam said

Hi Doug,
It will be the most memorable trip with your son to the Alaska Crusie. Enjoy every moment of it.
I know I did when I went on a 17 days cruise on the Panama canal after my Chemo treatment. Have a Good Trip.

on Friday, August 3rd, Janet Mars said

Hi Doug: After I finished all my chemo my husband and I took the 7 day cruise on the Dawn Princess out of Vancouver. It was so wonderful........beautiful and awe inspiring. I thought I would neve have that feeling again after going through the nightmare of cancer chemo hell. But.....that cruise was fabulous....Alaska is magnificent. We saw parts of this world we would never be able to see otherwise. We were so very transformed we took the trip again......this time we flew into Fairbanks and did day trips and then took the train to the ship.........I know you both will have a fabulous trip. Janet

on Friday, August 3rd, michelle said

Have a blast! I'll be looking forward to the pics!

on Friday, August 3rd, Mia said

I am so happy that you and Nick aren't missing out on your annual trip! My parents have been doing a great deal of cruising since my mom's retirement and they love it. I hope you boys both enjoy your time together!

on Friday, August 3rd, Christina Sweet said

Sounds like a lot of fun. I may be doing the Star Prinecess cruise to Alaska next May. If I go it will be with a group from my high school most of the people I already know. Everyone is weclome to join our group.

We will be going on a cruise this Sept so if the dog does OK with out me I'll sign up for next's year cruise.

I'll be looking for your post from Alaska.