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Pam Cheek
Добавлен 19 мар 2024
Seasoned travel agent bringing you along on my cruise adventures!
I have been married to my best friend for 44 years! We have four adult children and six precious grandchildren.
I’m a woman who wears many hats. As wife and mother, Noni keeps busy with childcare as needed. Travel Agent Pam is blessed to work from home helping people achieve their travel dreams. Counselor Pam is blessed to spend some time at Impact Counseling and Guidance. In between, I administrate several travel-focused Facebook forums.
I love to travel...hate writing...but love to share a good story. I'm so glad you're along for the ride!!!
I have been married to my best friend for 44 years! We have four adult children and six precious grandchildren.
I’m a woman who wears many hats. As wife and mother, Noni keeps busy with childcare as needed. Travel Agent Pam is blessed to work from home helping people achieve their travel dreams. Counselor Pam is blessed to spend some time at Impact Counseling and Guidance. In between, I administrate several travel-focused Facebook forums.
I love to travel...hate writing...but love to share a good story. I'm so glad you're along for the ride!!!
Plan the BEST 2026 Princess Alaska CRUISETOUR ︱Travel Agent Tips & Recommendations
Don't get lost wading through all of the options for 2026 Princess Alaska Cruisetours! This is the essential information you need to know plus recommendations for specific itineraries that will give you an AMAZING Alaska experience!
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Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com
Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook groups:
Loving the Journey groups/LovingTheJourney
Cruises and Tours with Globe Getaways
groups/cruisesandtourswithglobegetaways
Alaskan Cruises on Princess groups/1521399341434345
Princess Cruises Adventures groups/4941...
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Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com
Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook groups:
Loving the Journey groups/LovingTheJourney
Cruises and Tours with Globe Getaways
groups/cruisesandtourswithglobegetaways
Alaskan Cruises on Princess groups/1521399341434345
Princess Cruises Adventures groups/4941...
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2026 Princess Alaska Cruise PLANNING GUIDE︱Tips & Recommendations from a Seasoned Travel Agent
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The 2026 Princess Alaska cruise season is available to book!! Grab a cup of coffee and settle in - Here is everything you need to know to get started planning your cruise! WATCH NEXT: ruclips.net/video/wXFTFVRBkt4/видео.html Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook groups: Loving the Journey...
Come Along for the ANCHORAGE to WHITTIER Bus Transfer︱Embarkation Day on the Sapphire Princess
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The transfer from Anchorage to Whittier is a unique experience! There’s just one single one-way tunnel used by both cars/buses and trains. You will probably have a bit of a wait until it’s your turn to go through! Princess has transfers available that depart from the city center and make the process smooth and simple. WATCH NEXT: ruclips.net/video/tc7_yy03vHs/видео.html Looking for help plannin...
Pack With Me for a Princess Alaska Cruise!︱Tips from a Seasoned Travel Agent
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I’m getting ready for my next Alaska cruise on the Sapphire Princess! Here are 5 important things to remember when you’re packing. WATCH NEXT: More Info and Links for my Travel Gear: ruclips.net/video/J9Z1JTKeCGM/видео.html Looking for more in depth packing tips or information on packing for a cruisetour? Arlynn’s Travels has a wealth of information! ruclips.net/video/QU45ESiTMJM/видео.html Loo...
It's White Night!︱A Taste of Azamara's Signature Event
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Coming to you from Kotor, Montenegro on Azamara Pursuit! Join me for a glimpse into this incredible signature event. WATCH NEXT: ruclips.net/video/24RNBl3ZB_U/видео.htmlfeature=shared Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook groups: Loving the Journey groups/LovingTheJourney Cru...
Is the Azamara Pursuit Right for You? ︱Trip Review from a Seasoned Travel Agent
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Join me for my first cruise with Azamara! Today I'm talking about the highlights of the trip and a few cons you should know about if you're considering booking with Azamara. Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook groups: Loving the Journey groups/LovingTheJourney Cruises and T...
Travel CPAP, Compression Socks, Seasickness Remedies & MORE | Advice from a Seasoned Travel Agent
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As a travel agent I've tried A LOT of travel gear over the years. Today I'm talking about some of my must have travel items for comfort and convenience when I'm flying and cruising! There are links to many of the items below. Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook groups: Loving the Journe...
One of the BEST ways to see ALASKA is on PRINCESS CRUISES | Advice from a Seasoned Travel Agent
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As a travel agent, the #1 trip request I receive is Alaska cruises! And my top recommendation for cruise line is almost always PRINCESS! Today I'm talking about why I trust Princess Cruises to give my clients an amazing trip to Alaska. Looking for help planning a trip to Alaska? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globegetaways.com Or join the conversation in one of my Facebook group...
From TRAVELER to CRUISER to TRAVEL AGENT! Here's my story!
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Welcome to my channel!! I've spent years building a travel community on Facebook but today I'm making the jump to RUclips! Whether you're a long-time client or stumbled here by accident, I'm GLAD YOU'RE HERE! I hope these videos will give you some help and inspiration as you plan your own cruise adventures! Looking for help planning a trip? Contact a travel specialist at Globe Getaways: globege...
Is there a bathroom on the bus? Does the bus make any stops?
Thanks for that. We are cruising on this ship in November. I’m starting to get excited so your video was very helpful.
We will be sailing on Journey in January. After seeing your review of Onward we are even more excited. After people get back from their excursions which seem to be in the morning, what do they do for the rest of the time in port? Self-organized outings?
Wow, such an interesting and informative video, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Loved your video! Thanks! We leave Sat!
nice review, did you purchase a wi-fi package ?
Excellent review which sums up my experience of Aramara, love this line and am happy to say that I’ll be back onboard the Pursuit on Saturday.
So many great tours. So hard to choose!!
Outstanding, thorough, expert information and recommendations for choosing your Alaska Cruise-Tour. You need look no further than Pam for an expert to assist you with your booking.
Thank you!!
My wife and I spent 19 days on Pursuit from Cape Town to Las Palmas in Feb-Mar2024. We were not impressed. Our mid-ship balcony cabin was good (and we found the small shower was fine), staff was great but not any better than the staff one finds on most cruise lines. The Living Room was a nice venue. Entertainment was passable given the small size of the ship. Food was a real disappointment. Small portions in the main dining room. Food in the cafeteria was pretty awful. I've never before been offered a banana so over-ripe it was black. Room service was the worst we've experienced at sea. Incorrect orders, delayed delivery. Rather than the upscale line we were expecting Azamara seemed more like a floating pub. Passengers seemed to be there for the free alcohol and the endless trivia sessions. Would we try Azamara again? Probably not.
I'm sorry you had a bad experience! Hopefully you've found some other lines that are a better fit.
Excellent, realistic, accurate and inciteful information!!! Your enthusiasm is infectious!!!
Thank you!!
Great video. Can 't wait to watch the video on cruise tours. Where are we going???
Anywhere you want!!
nice vid,,,,,,going to Alaska this Sept.2 11day cruise Princess Crown
Where do u get ur shoe covers, what brand? And same info for day pack
Both from Amazon
I have not heard of an area you can put carry-ons while you wait for cabin to be ready. Where is it? On Princess? I’d love to tell my clients.
Give big bags (with no valuables inside) to porters at the port If valuables are ALL in your personal item you can leave all bags (tagged with luggage tags w/ extra IDs inserted into each bag) with the baggage handlers. Never allow your ID, passport, and all important paperwork, credit cards, money, meds, medical equipment, jewelry and money on your person/in the personal item you keep at hand I always keep a change of clothes and anything needed for the pool in my personal item. (Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen)
You can put your luggage/bags in your cabin on princess even if cabin isn’t ready.
Once onboard the Princess crew directs you to a place you can leave things while you wait. But anything of value should still be kept with you!
For a trip to the mountains I ordered ski pants on Amazon. They don’t look like ski pants, just heavy weight leggings. They’re comfortable, warm, & well made. I wear them all of the time. I order thin black thermal tops made for low temps & layer. You can’t tell they’re thermals, bc they’re not the waffle material. They’re about 30.00+ each but they keep you warm. I wore my base layers over & over but changed the shirt or sweater.
Great tips. Thanks!
Thanks!
So far, Whittier is our favorite port to board the ship. We like the ride into the port, plus we've never had to wait to board at all! Thanks for the video, Pam!
Thanks for watching!
This was an interesting video. However, I would have liked some information about those who use mobility aids. Do they have a separate lane for rollator and wheelchair users? Do they have many buses taking people to Whittier? Did I really see train tracks inside the tunnel? Where does the train put their passengers off? Do they use the same processing building? We will be going on a Princess CruiseTour later this month (July 2024). We will be taking the train from Denali to Whittier.
There's not a separate lane but there are staff members on hand to assist with passengers with mobility aids. Yes, the train uses the same tunnel! Those passenger get off close by and use the same building for embarkation. Hope you have a great time on your cruisetour!!
That’s awesome. Thanks for the information
The food is almost as good as SilverSea. The shower is very small. Azamara has 4 ships, all similar. The standard of the public areas was excelllent.[Travelled in May 2024].
I agree!
Do you have any recommendations for solo travelers? I've seen where NCL has solo cabins, but wondering about Princess?
Princess doesn’t have solo cabins but every once in a while has a solo discount. Regardless, I’d still recommend Princess over NCL for the overall experience.
well done
Thank you!
Thank-u for sharing. Going on my first Alaska cruise next year.
Hope you enjoy it!
great video Pam, totally agree layers are the key, Oh love that wee fold up day pack, where did you get that from
Thanks! And it’s from Amazon!
Thanks for the great ideas. I’m going to look for a vest. That was a great idea!
I am going on my 1st Alaskan trip this Summer (2024). I enjoyed your video. I already knew most of your packing tips but a refresher is always good. I will be wearing my hiking shoes on the plane since I will need them on the land portion and shore excursions. They aren't really heavy but they are bulky. I am taking 2 pairs of HIKE barefoot shoes. They are very light and take up little room. They are waterproof and washable. One pair is completely black and can serve as evening shoes. The other pair is white with pink stripes. It goes nicely with several of my long skirts. I also have 3 short sleeved & 2 long sleeved morino wool t-shirts. (From MorinoTech and came with a pair of morino socks each.)They are great. Like the socks you mentioned they can be worn in hot and cold weather. They are hand washable and quick to dry. I will be packing at least 2 sweaters since I get cold easily. And they become another layer. I have several capri pants which I can wear under long slacks or skirts. More layers! They are water resistant. They can also be hand washed and are quick drying. You can handwash clothes with liquid hand soap or plain shampoo. Or get laundry strips. You can tear them into small pieces for a few clothes. Or use them in the washing machine for a full load. I have a rain jacket and a large poncho that came in their own bags to pack up small.
Sounds like you’re ready! Have an amazing trip!!
So many great tips, thank you, Pam!
This is awesome advice thank you! Enjoy your trip
I liked how Princess had crab and lobster tail (as Alaska is known for their seafood) and Baked Alaska dessert on their menu in the complimentary restaurants. I was on NCL and they charge $25 USD for lobster tail and no Baked Alaska on their menu in Alaska. That’s kinda sad😔. Princess changes their restaurant menu everyday but NCL menu is the same everyday with the exception of 1 item in every section “appetizers, entree and dessert” that is different. But buffet in NCL is amazing and they have Starbucks onboard. Princess docks close by the ports. You can see the ship from far away sometimes depending on which ship but always closer than where NCL docks. Administration on Princess is organized whereas NCL isn’t. I didn’t even know that they leave their luggage tags for disembarkation downstairs across Guest Services desk until I inquired. NCL had great food regardless but their entertainment lacked. I enjoyed both of my cruises to Alaska but I think I also prefer Princess for Alaska.
I have take multiple flights on European legacy carriers around Europe carrying my CPAP machine as extra carry on, and not one airline has questioned this. In fact they have been more than happy for me carrying my CPAP as extra hand luggage. I would NEVER pack a CPAP machine in checked luggage, as the luggage handlers are not reliable looking after your case, and there are a lots of stories of damaged CPAP machines packed in checked luggage. Given the risk of damage, please don’t pack your CPAP machine, as the damage that can easily happen will ruin your holiday.
Very nice video and now I'm your new subscriber please stay connected and have a great day ❤️
How was happy hour??
Fun!
Recently was on Azamara Pursuit for intensive Italy trip. Loved it - and agree with everything you said!
That looked awesome
Great review! We are cruising Azamara in August and one reason I picked them was that I had read they had vegan menus and vegan options available in all restaurants. However, more recently I haven't heard about that and I am concerned that they took them away. Did you notice anyone with a vegan menu or talk to anybody who was eating vegan or plant-based during your cruise?
There were a lot of vegan options!
I agree with what you’ve said especially about the crew. As you know I was not happy with the small bathroom in the veranda rooms. Next time I’d get a suite. The small ship was wonderful.
It was fun sailing with you!
We have sailed with Azamara quite a few times. It is one of our favorite brands. Your review was spot on. You didn't mention the very small bathrooms in most cabins - not suites. That feature certainly does not keep us away, though!
You’re right - they are small. But I’m glad to hear you’ve enjoyed your cruises!!
@@PamCheek Not a fan of a small bathroom, especially in the shower--if you drop your soap, I don't want to touch myself.
Hello Pam As one of the Azamara crew on board, I truly appreciate your fair assessment of us, which makes the entire staff proud. More power and I hope to see you on board once more.
Thanks and I hope so too!
Yay laundry!!!!
Yay!!!!!
Sounds like a li e we would like
This sounds like the type of cruise we'd like to try one day. Thanks for all the info, Pam!
Absolutely!
Great job!
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If we are ever able to go on a cruise this would definitely be the cruise my wife and I would take. Only issue for limiting travel is of course health and mobility access for power wheelchair with limited walking distance but just sitting on the ship in and of itself is probably wonderful.
Princess handles mobility issues well but yes, just being on the ship is wonderful!
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Although I'm Elite with Princess, I prefer Holland America for Alaska cruises because most of their ships have retractable roofs over the pool, so they can still be enjoyed even in inclement weather.
Face it…. It’s a fanny pack. I definitely felt some sarcasm shot in my direction a few times ! 🥰
Hahaha!!!
Thanks for all the great info!
Thanks for watching Mary!
Great video - thanks for the tips!
Glad it was helpful!