Category Archives: America

Ketchikan, Port of Call Alaska

By 1936 there were seven canneries working, producing almost two million cases of salmon a season. The need for lumber fostered the Ketchikan Spruce Mills built in 1903, which operated for over 70 years. The lumber industry collapsed when the Clinton administration moved to reduce timber cutting in Alaska by having the U.S. Forest serviceContinue reading “Ketchikan, Port of Call Alaska”

Juneau, Alaska -A Port of Call

A Day in Juneau Probably the most isolated state capital in the United States and one of two that you cannot drive to (Hawaii). It is also one of the most frequented cities on Alaska cruise itineraries. Besides being isolated and the states capital it also has a much to offer. Where Your Ship DocksContinue reading “Juneau, Alaska -A Port of Call”

Cruising And Alaska’s Amazing Glaciers

Cruising Alaska is probably on most peoples bucket list. All the major cruise lines offer itineraries as do a number of the smaller cruise companies. If you’re looking for a cruise recommendation Alaska’s glaciers is high on most lists. Alaska has a lot to see and almost any cruise will be a memorable experience butContinue reading “Cruising And Alaska’s Amazing Glaciers”

Port Of Call Portland Maine

Spending a day in Portland Maine This charming city is a popular port of call for New England cruises particularly in the fall along with cruises visiting Canada’s Maritime Provinces and Old Quebec. Called Machigonne by the original Native Americans the Portland peninsula was settled by the British in 1632 as a trading port. DevelopmentContinue reading “Port Of Call Portland Maine”

Port of Call San Francisco

Visiting San Francisco And Fishermans Wharf If you’re coming to San Francisco to catch a cruise or visiting as a cruise port of call, San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf is a great starting point. While the wharf is an exciting area there are also a number of adventures and excursions that depart from here. Catch aContinue reading “Port of Call San Francisco”