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Boarding Viking Venus & Sailing the Inside Passage – Alaska Cruise Days 1 & 2

Aging On Your Terms with Vicki
Aging On Your Terms with Vicki
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👁️ 1K views📅 12 months ago⏱️ 6:18
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AlaskaFrom VancouverFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It's my first time vlogging and my first cruise in 30 years.

We decided to cancel our restaurant reservations and stay and grab a bite and a drink on Viking.

Sail away began a little after 900 p.m. in the dark, and we were so happy to finally be on our way.

I stepped out on the balcony to the beauty that was the inside passage and I sat there for hours.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Make reservations for meals in port if boarding is delayed.
Visit the hospitality room to know where to board later.
Watch the safety video and click acknowledgement on the stateroom TV.

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Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens during embarkation day for an Alaska cruise?
QHow do you handle a delayed boarding time?
QWhat is the Inside Passage like on day two?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4 Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Ketchikan4 Happy Bacon
Vancouver3½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Join me as I kick off my Bucket List Alaska Cruise aboard the Viking Venus! In this video (Days 1–2), we begin our journey in Vancouver with embarkation at Canada Place. With a planned late boarding time, we had the chance to check out Viking’s Hospitality Room at the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, explore Vancouver, and enjoy our first scenic moments sailing through the Inside Passage. This isn’t just a cruise—it’s a celebration of what’s possible when you plan with purpose and live with intention. When we take care of our future, we create space to enjoy the present. ✨ Highlights in this episode: • Planned late embarkation & check-in process at Canada Place • Viking’s Hospitality Room (with food, drinks & comfort!) • Exploring Vancouver’s Gastown & the gas clock • First glimpses of the Inside Passage from our balcony • Sunset views and excitement for Ketchikan If you're looking for inspiration to start living—and aging—on your own terms, be sure to subscribe and join our framily. Don’t forget to hit the bell, so you never miss an update! 💬 Tell me in the comments: Is Alaska on your bucket list, or have you already been? 📺 Watch the full 10-day journey in my Alaska Cruise Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL14RdpoItInJSdLw_zO_MDyM3BkpQ9P-A Link to outerwear that kept us warm and dry... Waterproof Jackets Michael - https://www.landsend.com/products/mens-rain-jacket/id_385772?attributes=8063,43307,43326,43398,44255,44379 Vicki (only wore outer shell) - https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-3-in-1-squall-jacket/id_381321?attributes=2375,44256,44967 Gloves Michael - https://www.landsend.com/products/mens-squall-waterproof-gloves/id_338823?attributes=2375 Vicki - https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-ez-touch-screen-squall-winter-gloves/id_338862?attributes=13774 Waterproof/Windproof Over Pants Michael - https://amzn.to/4dRMsBc Vicki - https://amzn.to/3HOTN8z Viking Ocean Cruise ls Penthouse Junior Suite Walk-through: https://youtu.be/8LBSiWiyyo8?si=nbspUjDrJhND6c-H Visit @HarrTravel for complete ship and cabin tours for all cruise lines. 🎁 Read 16 Estate Planning Essentials to Avoid Mistakes and get the checklist here: https://agingonyourterms.com/16-essential-estate-planning-steps/ 📖Check-out the Blog: https://agingonyourterms.com/ 🏢Business/sponsorship inquiries only: contact@agingonyourterms.com 📝DISCLAIMERS: 1: Some links above may be affiliate links, meaning that I earn a small commission from what is ordered, at no extra cost to you. 2: This video is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for medical, health, legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with the relevant professionals before making any decisions. Use of this information is at your own risk. 🕰️TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 00:28 Vlogging Fail 00:46 Notification of Late Embarkation 01:12 Check-in at Canada Place Cruise Terminal 01:34 Viking Hospitality Room at Fairmont Waterfront 01:58 Gastown and the Waterfront 02:38 Embarkation 02:59 Muster Station 03:15 Penthouse Jr. Cabin Tour 03:45 In Room Safety Video Check-in 03:56 Nighttime Sail Away 04:42 Inside Passage 05:47 Day 3 Sneak Peak - Ketchikan #AlaskaCruise #myvikingstory #AgingOnYourTerms