We decided to eat lunch off the ship and at a place a TikToker recommended. Was it worth it? TikTok Here is the video that inspired my wife to go there. Skagway Brewery We found the place, and it was busy as hell. We waited about 20 minutes for a […]
We went on a tour called To the Summit. Was it worth it? Well, let’s find out. To the Summit We met on the dock, and it was a rainy and windy day here in Skagway, just like Sitka. But it was OK, so we got on the small bus. […]
It is a small town in the southeast part of Alaska. Let’s talk about this town. Skagway As of 2022, the population is 1,179. It isn’t a NYC or LA, but it sits along the cruise map. That leads to an influx of people coming and visiting this town in […]
Today, we will discuss deck 5 of the Quantum of the saas and what that deck offers. Deck 5 Offers Here is what this deck holds for the cruise passengers. Breakdown The Royal Theatre Photo Gallery Chops Grille Schooner Bar Izumi Bionic Bar Wonderland Shore Excursions Shops/ Other stuff Jamie’s […]
This adventure, booked through the ship, involved visiting the National Park. Let’s find out what we did there. Sitka National Park We met in the Royal Theater on Deck 4, where we disembarked to the shuttle bus. We made our way into town and headed to the park. This was […]
At one point, Alaska was once owned by Russia and the USSR. The name Stika is from the Russian language. Facts Colonized 1799 and 1804 Incorporated Nov. 5, 1913 City Incorporated September 24, 1963, Borough Incorporated Tlingit, People on the outside of Shee Named for Tingit, People on the outside […]
The State of Alaska was once the territory of Russia. Let’s talk about Alaska. The state Well, this state is one of the only ones that is separated from the rest of the states. The other one is Hawaii. It sits on the Northwest side of Canada. Alaska is the […]
The next deck we will talk about is Deck 4, which is full of stuff open to the public. Let’s look at it. What to Do Breakdown The Royal Theatre This is the main entrance to the theatre. You can take the stairs down to deck 3. Shops There are […]
We talked about the ship’s embarkation, which was on deck 6. However, Deck today is all about Decks 2 and 3. Deck 2 Has the Medical center on it The gangway is also on deck 2, and the public can’t enter some places. Deck 3 This consists of the following […]
On this cruise, we stayed on the port side of the ship, in front of the ship. We were in room 7132. Let’s talk about the room. The Room As you walk in, the bathroom is on the right-hand side of the room. The bed is in the middle of […]
Since it was cruise day back on Sept. 16, 2024, we are discussing the embarkation of the Quantum of the Seas. So let’s talk about it. Getting There Before we board, we will need to get to the ship. Usually, we come in the night before, but we don’t fly […]
At one point, it was the third-largest cruise ship in gross tonnage. It is part of the Quantum class series. Facts Sailings When it was first launched, Kristen Chenoweth christened the ship. My Thoughts Enchanted holds 3,360 guests and 1,346 crew, the most giant ship I have been on until […]
One of two cruise ports in Seattle, this one is called Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91. Let’s talk about it. Located Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91 One of two cruise ports in Seattle is Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91. Let’s discuss it. Located Smith […]
There are a few options to get from the airport to the port. Options There is no train service there, but there is a stop downtown. But that is about the furthest you can go. Transportation We were switching between Uber and Shuttle services. We were leaning towards getting an […]
It was a crowded flight and a sold-out flight. How was the flight to Seattle? Let’s find out. Flight We boarded the plane at gate A24 at SLC. It was a typical flight. We were in comfort plus seats, 13 A and 13 B. Of course, I had the middle […]
Today’s blog will discuss how we got to Seattle to go on this cruise. 737-900 We flew Delta from Salt Lake City to Seattle on a Boeing 737-900. This is just one type of aircraft that Delta uses. Let’s break down this plane. Configuration of the plane First Class […]
The year 2023 was good for me travel-wise, and I saw many different places and experiences. But 2024 has been a slow travel year for me. However, I am going on a couple of other trips. Here is one of those trips. Northern Lights Why Alaska? Well, my wife wanted […]
The Draper Temple is near the mouth of Corner Canyon and towers over the open space below. It is the 12th temple dedicated in Utah. Let’s learn more about this Temple. Location Address of the Temple 14065 Canyon Vista Ln, Draper, Utah 84020 History At the October 2024 general conference, […]
We are back in Utah County after a trip to Manti to discuss that temple. Let’s find out more about the Saratoga Springs Temple. Located 987 South Ensign Drive, Saratoga Springs, Utah 84045 Facts Services So, the temple has or doesn’t have the following: Number This marks the 179th […]
The Manti Temple is a significant tourist attraction that helps Manti’s economy. Let’s learn more about this Temple. Location Address: 200 East 510 North, Manti, UT 84642 History Brigham Young announced that the Temple would be built in Manti on June 25, 1875, and the site was dedicated on April […]
Another location in Utah that you might be wondering why I am talking about this city. Well, read on to find out why. Manti, Utah It is a small town in Sanpete County in Utah. It was one of the first communities to settle. The Ute Tribe leader invited Brigham […]
Yes, Heber City has an Airport. It is small, but it is doable. Let’s talk about it. Located Airport This covers an area of 401 acres and has only one runway with an asphalt surface. It is categorized as a general aviation facility. The Airport and Airway Trust Fund has […]
What is the deal with Heber City, Utah? It is just a tiny little town in Wasatch County, Utah. Let’s talk about what Heber City is all about. Located Facts Origins It was settled in 1859 by the following people John W. Witt built the first house. Some enterprising people […]
As I write this post on July 31, 2024, the summer games are happening in Paris, France. Why am I writing this post? Well, that is a good question. Olympic Games The IOC committee was formed in 1894, and the first game was held in 1896. Those games were held […]
Payson has a Temple for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Let’s take a look at it. Located Address: 1494 S 930 W Payson, Utah 84650 Some Facts Services or No Services Temple This became the fifteenth temple in Utah and the third in Utah County. Provo was […]
Payson, Utah, is in Utah County and is part of the Orem-Provo Metropolitan area. Let’s find out more about Payson. History The area settlement was named Peteetneet Creek after the Chief Peteetneet of the Timpanogos Indigenous Americans. Pioneers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints settled the area. […]
The Orem Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is located on the west side of I-15 in Orem, between the Wasatch Mountains and Utah Lake. The Temple sits on a site settled by Norwegian immigrants who arrived in Utah in 1864. Located Address: 1451 S 1100 […]
I will do a quick recap of some history of Orem, Utah. I will be focusing on the North East section of Orem. Farms There were several farms on the North East side of Otem. We will cover each of them here Welfare Farm This was for the church of […]
History It was once known as Sharon, a mostly-level strip of land. The city wanted to attract more farmers with orchards to ship produce. In 1914, it was named Orem, after Walter C. Orem, the head of the Utah Railroad. Located Facts Orem Fest If you want to visit […]
The story behind this Temple is an odd one. Read on. October 2011 President Monson was the LDS president at the time of the October 1, 2011, General Conference. This Temple was built after the design of the Vernal Utah temple. This made Provo, Utah, the second city in the […]
