We just got back from the Inside Passage tour. First thing, having nothing to do with the cruise line or ship, all travelers to Alaska should be prepared for two kinds of weather 1. Rain 2. About to Rain. This was passed on to us by locals and it is true. Indeed, I have spoken to folks who went and had a week of balmy sunny summer weather. Don't expect it. Prepare for the worst and be pleased if it doesn't happen. We actually got rained on just once but saw only traces of sunshine. OK ... that put aside ... onto the review. DO NOT LET RAIN put a damper on your vacation. As the scouts motto says, "Be Prepared."
When you read my scores, please realize that I am a harsh critic. We had a great time, the ship, food, excursions, etc., etc. were all very nice but I only score a "6" if I can't imagine any room for improvement. I really hate surveys where the "prime" you to score everything Excellent because people get ripped up for a score of Good. Such surveys are totally bogus and an indication that the evaluator is not really interested in constructive criticism (by the way, everyone on the cruise staff "primes" you to score them Excellent lest they have dire consequences on a personal level. Sheesh!).
Here are just a few random highlights & lowlights: