We were a little last-minute signing up for this trip but our expedition specialist facilitated everything so smoothly, we just packed and took off.
So many passengers opted to take an earlier flight than the recommended flight to Sitka that Nat Geo scrambled and the expedition director met us at the airport with a special bus and tours - that was an impressive start! My husband and I had made plans to go to The Fortress of the Bear (GO!! A must see!) so we met up with them later for a private tour of the Raptor Center, another must-do in Sitka. That flexibility marked the rest of our trip, which you can only do with a small group like we had for this cruise.
We loved the size of the ship - and what a beautiful ship it is. The lounge at the bow and the dining room at the stern were both surrounded by windows. The bow outside had a unique configuration allowing everyone a front row view of wildlife and scenery - a well thought-out design. And of course, breath taking photos by Nat Geo Photographers adorned the walls. Our room was lovely with plenty of storage space.
Our cabin and a little balcony which I loved. The room was comfortable, attractive and clean with plenty of storage and a nice bathroom supplied with soaps, shampoo, conditioner and hairdryer. And of course incredible photographs on the walls.