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HOW WE WERE CHOSEN TO HOST THIS "Trip of a Lifetime"
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Cruise West was chosen by Travel + Leisure Magazine to host Alonna after she was selected to experience her Trip of a Lifetime. The trip was a great success, with crew and guests all participating in the filming of the show. The weather was wonderful and wildlife abundant. We were all touched by the experience as this was a chance for us to showcase what we do on every trip, with every guest. Delivering the a trip of a lifetime to each of our guests is our goal and what keeps us coming to work everyday. We are absolutely thrilled that Travel + Leisure chose us and thank Alonna & Lindsay for allowing us to host them on their journey. |
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Join Alonna and Lindsay, two Trip of a Lifetime travelers as they experience the ultimate vacation. These lucky people were chosen to go on their trip of a lifetime aboard Cruise West’s Spirit of ’98 into Alaska’s Inside Passage.
Alonna Johnson is a sixth grade math and science teacher, wife, new business owner and wildlife volunteer. Her sister Lindsay admiringly describes Alonna as someone who never takes a break to do something for herself. Alonna’s selflessness is genuine and endearing. Although Alonna had always dreamed of going to Alaska, it would never have occurred to her to apply for A Trip of a Lifetime. It’s a good thing her husband, Chris, heard about the show and nominated her. Alonna's trip is a wonderful Alaska journey you will also be able to experience as the camera crew filmed her adventures for this delightful show.
Alonna is completely devoted to animal protection and dreams of opening or running a wildlife sanctuary 
someday. In the meantime, Alonna volunteers at Webbed Foot Wildlife, a rescue and rehabilitation center for waterfowl. Her love of animals stems from her childhood. While growing up on a hog farm with her parents Alonna realized that she wanted to protect animals after visiting another farm and noticing that some of the animals were mistreated.
A trip to Alaska for Alonna was not a vacation, but a dream come true as Alaska is inhabited by amazing wildlife and allowed her to pursue the adventure that she craved.
Although Chris wanted to be Alonna’s companion on this journey, a recent shoulder injury rendered him unable to do the activities that the trip would require and he didn’t want to hold his wife back. Lindsay and Alonna are very close and have become closer as they’ve grown older. They are each other’s outdoor companions, especially since Chris’ shoulder injury. Lindsay currently lives with the couple while she is saving money to buy a house. The two had not traveled together as adults and their trip to Alaska was the ultimate bonding experience.
THE CRUISE: Alaska's Inside Passage, Ketchikan to Juneau 9 days/8 nights
Day 1 - ARRIVE IN KETCHIKAN AND SET SAIL
Transfer to your ship to begin your cruising adventure.
Day 2 - MISTY FIORDS NATIONAL MONUMENT AND METLAKATLA
Visit magical Misty Fiords National Monument boasting steep cliffs, narrow waterways, and awe-inspiring stillness. Make a port call at Metlakatla on Annette Island, Alaska’s sole Tsimshian community.
Day 3 - PETERSBURG
Enjoy a warm welcome at the fishing village of Petersburg, a true cannery town. The Leikarring Dancers perform for you in the Sons of Norway Hall. Explore wilderness waterways around Petersburg, like the mysterious Thomas Bay.
Day 4 - FREDERICK SOUND AND TRACY ARM
Humpback whales abound in Frederick Sound. Cruise under Tracy Arm’s sheer 1,500-foot vertical cliffs toward the twin Sawyer Glaciers.
Day 5 - SITKA
Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to Sitka on Baranof Island. A walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park reveals towering totems keeping watch over the temperate rainforest. You may see playful otters, Sitka black-tailed deer, and bald eagles.
Day 6 - GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE CRUISING
First established as a National Monument by presidential proclamation in 1925, Glacier Bay has since enjoyed the honored and highly protected status of National Park, Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Glide through this wonderland approaching up-close to the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger will be onboard helping you spot the abundant wildlife such as mountain goats, harbor seals, and brown and black bears.
Day 7 - SKAGWAY AND HAINES
Relive the Gold Rush in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the starting place for many early gold seekers. Just down mountain-lined Lynn Canal visit Haines, famed for attracting artists and for its picturesque beauty.
Day 8 - ARRIVE IN JUNEAU
Transfer to the Goldbelt Hotel. Explore the capital city of the great state of Alaska. A vast array of optional activities includes flightseeing, hiking, and glacier viewing.
Day 9 - TRANSFER
to the airport for your flight home.
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