Chose it because it looked like a great value for seeing AK and it didn't disappoint. This was the best cruise I've ever been on! I was truly amazed at how the staff took time to get to know you. The Hotel Director, Cary is an awesome human being and we absolutely loved being entertained by the Piano Man, Jim Beard. Food selections were incredible and very good. Bartenders became our best friends. Shout out to Loralie, Sofia & Candel in the Java Cafe. We loved you! The shore excursions delivered on everything they promised. I felt we had adequate time in each port to walk around and see the sights. We couldn't have asked for better weather. The only time it rained was when we were seeing Glacier Bay and it didn't matter since we weren't leaving the ship. We were also excited to see Margorie let go of some of her ice. We saw plenty of whales, eagles, mountain goats, salmon and we even got to see a Momma bear and 2 cubs on the side of the road in Juneau. Wonderful trip!