Cruise #1 done and done

My first view of the ship.

June 14

Glacier Bay – Scenic Cruising

Not as big as I was expecting, but quite beautiful. Shot on the decks with the printer and talked about some things to look for and what to expect. It was an interesting time on the deck getting the guests to take some photos. The way the ship was being steered was like a zig-zag. So once we got into position and started shooting, the ship would turn and the glacier would then be on the other side. Therefore all the guests would make their way there. I was surprised the ship didn’t lean to one side with everyone crowding around.

June 15

Juneau

Gangway in the morning with the other American. We had a person dressed as an eagle to take photos with the guests. It was a big hit with everyone on the ship and we had a good time. The guy was very outgoing and even chased some kids around trying to give them a hug. Afterwards I met up with the Zaandam people. Walked around with Whitney and caught up on the drama on the ship and how everyone was doing. Hung out at the Viking, with other crew from the ships and got to see some of the guys. It was a cool place for us people on the ships. Pool tables and bar.. free internet. Sadly I had to leave early and get back to work, but we have made plans for next Juneau we are together to go up the trolley to the top of the mountain. Good times should follow with these guys.

June 16

Sitka - Tender port

Have I mentioned that I dislike tender ports a lot. We had a bear this time and due to all the tours going on, our roll count was not where it should have been. It is so hard getting people to stop and take a photo when they think they are going to be late for a tour. They get very focused on their goal and don’t even notice me. Didn’t stay out due to the bear costume needing to be put back. I am not sure if I will see Sitka anytime soon. It is not worth it to go back to the ship and then back out… It just takes too long no matter how you do it.

June 17

Ketchikan – Formal

Gangway a little bit in the morning, but a lot of the guests got off the ship early so my roll count was not good at all. Lucky for me the printer came up for me to ask about how long they want me out there since there was less than 200 guests left on the ship. He agreed that it wasn’t worth staying out there too much longer so we came in and undressed the guys and put the costumes up.

I got to go back out and walk around for a little bit. I was in such a rush to get off the ship that I forgot my money for lunch. This port is the shortest port we have and I wanted to check it out before I had to go back to work. I got to hang out with a guest for a little bit. Now this man was on the Zaandam with me when I first started my contract and he remembered me on this ship. He is the funniest guy and always smiling. Also he adopted me this time around and hopefully we will run into each other again in the future because the ship circle is a very small one.

Sachquach (sp?)

June 18

Victoria - Last day

For the last day of the cruise I am in the gallery all day long with breaks. Its good to have a busy couple of hours and then go on a break to rest. I do enjoy working here. It has been a crazy week and believe it or not, I haven’t made it to the bar yet. I figured I would get myself settled and then go have some fun once I am more comfortable with everything on this ship.