Day 2 - Pier 91

At 9am we leave back to the airport to check in with “Shuttle Express” to pier 91. Shuttle express is a local service that can be pre arranged by internet. By setting up a round trip drop off & pickups each way had an additional savings & only cost $27 each way for 2 people. Shuttle express was easy to find, little wait & very organized. We shared a mini Van with 6 other adults all going to the same pier. Trip was approximate 20-30 minutes.
Seattle has 2 cruise ports. Pier 66 - Located right downtown (Norwegian & Royal Caribbean cruises. Pier 91 is a new port is on the out skirts of town home for Carnival, Holland American & Princess Cruises.
Our paperwork said that the check in began at 12 noon. We arrived at the port 10:30 am and was thru security and in the room by 11:30am. Out of all the cruise ports we have been to Seattle was one of the top 3 a far a fast & easy.
The remainder of the day was spent relaxing. Checking out the boat & heading up on the top deck for sail away. 5:00pm the ships horns blow a loud 3 times and we were off. As Seattle’s down town sky line got smaller the snowcapped mountains in the distance it is 55 degrees & snow on the mountains.

Day 1 - Savannah to Seattle

– Our trip is finally hear! We have printed Princess Cruise & Delta boarding passes. (Now days everything is paperless.) Arriving 2 hours prior to our Savannah Flight. It’s time to have a drink and relax. We actually booked this cruise back in December of 2009. It seems so long ago.
Our Delta flight was scheduled for 38 minutes, but you know how that goes. Hurry up and wait on the Tar mat. Thank god that we have a 1& half layover. No running for me. Once in Atlanta with time to spare we grab drinks & food. I haven’t decided which is better purchasing on the plane or air port. Our connection from Atlanta to Seattle was Alaskan Air an Delta affiliate, however all together different company. They did not expect our Delta drink coupons. Meal choices were cheeseburgers & chips / picnic sets / beer & wine $6.
Flight from Atlanta to Seattle was 4hours/ 40 minutes. The flight went by rather fast with only a 3hr time difference. We landed Seattle time 8:38pm – Savannah 11:38pm.
Marriott had a pre cruise special @ Town Place. It’s a king size room w/ sofa bed & kitchenette complimentary breakfast /shuttle between airport & hotel. What else do you need for late at night

Off to Alaska

I can't believe how fast time has flown by. We are leaving for our Alaskan Cruise. This trip we are cruising Princess Sapphire and staying in a mini suite. My husband is very excited the room has not 1 but 2 televisions. Stay tune I send pictures. I have a feeling it's going to be awesome!

Category AE - Mini Suite with Balcony Deck: Dolphin

Description: Category AE Mini-Suites have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, with two twin beds that can be converted to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a separate sitting desk area with drawer space and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its two televisions, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, refrigerator, individual safe, and 24 hour room service.

Special Amenities: Mini-Suites have upgraded features including luxury mattress and pillows, welcome glass of champagne, and massage shower head.

Square Footage: 290 sq ft Balcony Square Footage: 64 sq ft

Alaska .. At Last!

We have just finalized the details of our May Alaska trip. With a little organization and planning we were able to use our Carnival Fun Points, Delta vouchers, and Marriott's points. At this time our 7 night Alaskan Cruise is costing us nothing.
Carnival cruise line has a MasterCard program called "Fun Points" where every time you make a purchase you earn dollar for dollar. If you purchase a Carnival Cruise or use your MasterCard on board the ship you will earn 2 for 1 points www.BarclaycardUS.com.
Delta is now overbooking every flight. If you are not in a hurry and willing to get bumped it can work out to be very beneficial. We had a party for 6 coming back from Tahiti in August. Delta offered us $600 credit each for anywhere Delta or its partners fly, a hotel room at the Hilton and meal vouchers for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Our original fly from LAX to Atlanta was coach we ended up flying 1st class. It was definitely worth the wait!
If you can always use the same company for your hotel travel. I go between Marriott & Hilton. By banking up points & perks many times I can get the hotel of choice by using points or getting upgrades. Hotels like loyal customers.