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Hopefully you were able to work this out. If so, can you tell me if there is overhead storage for carryons on the bus, or are we stuck with stowing it under the seat in front of us?

In 2003, on our first ever cruise, the Zandaam deviated from its scheduled intinerary to make its way up Tracy Arm to the glacier. What a great experience that was. It was so tight in spots it seemed like you could almost reach and touch the walls! The captain had to go north on the windward side of Island to make up the time needed for that side trip, but the rough seas were well worth it. I don't know how long or how often the cruise lines did that, but it seems that only the excursion boats are visiting now.

We have done two Alaska cruises in the past, both r/t Vancouver. In June we are sailing Anchorage to Vancouver on the Noordam. My wife is concerned about sea conditions between Whittier and Glacier Bay. Can anyone offer what they experienced on that leg? Quote

Is the difference in price( +$50 for the train) worth it? Comfort, speed, scenery better? Comments are appreciated.

We sailed on the Zaandam through the inside passage for our first ever cruise back in 2003. The size of the ship was very much to our liking. The ship's itinerary included a day of cruising into Tacy Arm, which was a wonderful experience. Unfortunately, I don't think any of HAL's ship make that diversion any longer, but you can book an excursion from all three of the ships you are considering. You will transfer from your vessel to a tour boat while underway just outside of Tracy Arm and rejoin the ship at the dock in Juneau. Whichever ship you choose, I would recommend you book that excursion- it was the highlight of our first cruise!

We have done two Alaska cruises in the past, both r/t Vancouver. In June we are sailing Anchorage to Vancouver on the Noordam. My wife is concerned about sea conditions between Whittier and Glacier Bay. Can anyone offer what they experienced on that leg?