We live about an hour south of Seattle, so Alaska is very accessible as a cruise destination. Embarkation was a dream, about an hour for the whole process. Rooms were ready, clean and well set up.
Sanjur did an excellent job as our steward
We found food to be a step up, perhaps due to 60% occupancy. Marie had the Windows dining room running smoothly and efficiently as the maitre d. Buffet food was solid in presentation and very good.