We do not come ashore but are anchored out aways. We were the only cruise ship but they said there is room for several altho I'm not sure where. 
To get to town, they tendered us in on these ....they hold 120 and are also the life boats. It was a simple and efficent operation. Paul and I wandered the delightful little village. We did manage to do a bit of shopping but knowing my luggage capacity, I was controlled. Sitka was first established by the Tlinget Indians who lived for centuries in this area. Then the Russians, who could see Alaska from their house, came across and established control. There were many years of fighting and eventually an uneasy truce. Russia eventually gave the land to the US. There is strong Russian influence in the town....a typical orthodox church and crafts made in Russia. 
Paul and I did extensive exploring on foot and ended up at this National Historical Park with authenic totem poles. We will see many more in Ketchikan today.
A view from the ship of the many inhabited little islands in the area. 
Late afternoon, we returned to the ship and to the Observation deck for a wine and cheese with classical music. It was lovely. Along with the wine and cheese , they served crackers.....GRAHAM crackers. Must be a new thing. I don't recommend it.
Last night was the 2nd formal night. Sandy and Tom were up for it and we all look lovely. But I have no pictures to prove that. After dinner , Jerry and Maureen and Paul and I went to the big musical production. Sort of a salute to Broadway and the movies with singing and dancing by the 14 cast members all decked out in Bob Mackie costumes. A great show.
The cruise is quite a mixture of all ages. From babies to the real elderly and everything in between. They have ample things to do for all groups. It is a well planned operation. We would love to bring our grandkids along next time.
We've just arrived in Ketchikan for a 5 hour stay. Gotta go....room service at the door.
CAN WE PLEASE COME WITH YOU NEXT TIME ;)
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