Alaskan Trip 2012

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Emily and Kacey Entertain

"I Will Survive" was belted out by Emily Heuck and Kacey Batke during their Alaskan cruise last month.

Video courtesy: Elaine Beaudoin

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Kelly and Erin Entertain

Kelly and Erin entertain on the Rhapsody of the Seas........

Video: Elaine Beaudoin, July 19, 2012

At dinner one evening on the cruise, several of us ordered a "trio" of desserts. The plate included three tiny dessert morsels including a small cheesecake offering, a petite savarin and a most delicious chocolate treat. We asked Michael, our head waiter, if he could locate the recipe and, on a tiny slip of paper, he provided the following information:

1 pound chocolate
1 whole egg
1 pound butter
1 pound sugar

Cook in double boiler for 45 minutes.

It is basically a flourless cake, but the fat is ramped up a bit. No wonder it was delicious -- at least in small portions.

Poem

Alaska 2012

Our trip to Alaska is coming to an end,

What a great time it has been to spend.

In Seattle, Juneau, Skagway, Victoria we have seen such great views,

Sailing on the Rhapsody of the Seas has been such a fun cruise.

Emily, Erin and Kelly enjoyed their time on their own,

and Kate just loved eating those ice cream cones.

Kacey impressed us with her stellar dance moves,

and Megan just loved being with her cousins the entire cruise.

To Cathy who would just not take off that hat,

and Cara who much preferred when the rough seas turned flat.

To Colleen who couldn't live without her daily prunes,

Jerry enjoyed the shows and bands playing all their tunes.

Dave enjoyed the peace and quiet on the ship,

and to see Kevin sing Karaoke was quite a trip.

It is to Uncle Ralph and Aunt Elaine who so graciously

invited us on this trip who we want to thank the most,

But it is to our angel Bob who no doubt has been smiling

watching us who at this time I wish to toast!

Colleen McIntyre Burke,

July 19, 2012

Photo courtesy: Colleen Burke

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Photo Overview of Alaskan Cruise - Colleen

View Colleen's epic slide video of the Alaskan Cruise. We understand she is now being referred to as Colleen Spielberg! It is a wonderful look at a grand vacation. Enjoy.

Colleen Burke, July 2012

Dale Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle

We had the opportunity to visit the recently opened Chihuly Garden and Glass museum in Seattle. The color and shapes of the glass are amazing. Hope you enjoy.

Elaine Beaudoin, July 2012

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Photo Overview from Alaskan Cruise - Elaine

Photos from the July 13-20 Inside Alaskan Passage Trip

Photos and video from Elaine Beaudoin, July 2012

What Else to Bring?

This list includes items you may not think about but might be helpful on a cruise. The list will grow as items are thought of.

1. Three-way plug - to charge phones, cameras, laptops, etc.
2. Night light - for bathroom so overhead lights don't need to be turned on in the middle of the night.
3. Seasick medication
4. Sunscreen - it is cool in Alaska, but there are many hours of sunlight.
5. Binoculars - to view the wildlife from the ship
6. Alarm clock, battery operated - it is nice to have a clock you are familiar with and if there are any power issues, you have a clock with the correct time.
7. Small Flashlight - when it gets dark in the room, it gets very dark.
8. Insect Repellant - those Alaskan mosquitoes are big and very hungry.
9. Small Journal - it is nice to write down places you have seen and interesting things encountered as well as to record places where photos have been taken.
10. Games - we are going to be At Sea for nearly 3 days, might be fun to play cards, Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, etc.
11. Reading Material - a good book, a few magazines which can be tossed and/or crossword/puzzle books - nice to have for relaxing during Cruising Days.

For a list of additional items click here.