Adventures and Events

Close out the summer with last in a series of special curated Signature Hosted Alaska Cruises on the Silversea Silver Moon. At the same cost of booking the cruise on your own, book with this group and enjoy an exclusively hosted cocktail party and an $600 onboard cabin credit. You also have the option to add hotels and air with your package. ~Claudette

COST: Rates start at $10,750 per cabin (Port to Port package based on Single Occupancy)
⏰Rates are subject to availability.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS FOR OUR GROUP: Services of a Signature Host like yours truly, Private Cocktail Party, Onboard Cabin Credit
STANDARD INCLUSIONS (Essentials): Suite, meals, beverages, onboard entertainment, internet, gratuity, butler service, and more!
Choose your luxury: Port-to-Port and Door-to Door promotion packages include more!
PORTS: Seward, AK · Hubbard Glacier, AK · Juneau, AK · Skagway, AK · Sitka, AK · Ketchikan, AK · Inside Passage · Vancouver, BC

This is a great cruise for solo travelers, as well! There's a host for you to mingle with as well as gathering for other solo travelers to meet, and you can dine with the crew or others at a community table, or with the group.

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When perfection isn't enough: Welcome to Silversea, designed for those who delight in discovery and indulge in luxury while experiencing the wonders of Alaska. Your cruise features spacious, ocean-view suites with butler service, and most include private verandas, meaning you can sip your champagne from the comfort of your deck while watching the vistas beyond. Enjoy your home away from home on one of the newest vessels for up to 596 guests.

*** PASSPORT, ENHANCED DRIVER'S LICENSE, OR OTHER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED. ***

Despite being part of the United States, Alaska is as far from Uncle Sam’s cities as can be imagined. This is where landscape stretches as far as the eye can see. Where mouth-wateringly fresh, delicious food is served at every mealtime. Where locals are warm and welcoming and can’t wait to meet you. Where you can witness nature in all her raiment from flora to fauna. Join us as we sail the craggy coasts of this other side of America. Just don’t forget your camera!

TO BOOK: Fill out the booking form or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-group event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked.

Love cruising? Ask how you can host similar cruises and/or cruise for just the taxes/port fee or free around the world!

Join Here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/portugal-azores-group-tours/

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club are relaunching their Portugal and Azores tour. It is an excellent program in a small group that highlights the diverse and stunning culture of Old-World Portugal and the gorgeous landscapes, beaches, and villages of the Azores.

Part 1: Mainland Portugal (8 Nights/9 Days)

Porto & the North (3 Nights)

• Privately guided walking tour of city landmarks including city hall, D. Luis bridge, and Stock Exchange Palace
• The most colorful & lively district: Discover Ribeira
• Wine tasting while exploring the valley: Road trip along the route that offers viewpoints, wine, and walks
• Cruise on the Douro

Central Portugal & Mountain Villages (1 Night)

• Free time in Piódão village: This is the perfect place to wander the narrow streets and peculiar alleys made of shale rock
• Exploring Foz d'Égua: This moderate hike begins in Piódão and takes us to an idyllic and unforgettable little village
• Convent of the Soothing of the Blessed Sacrament: This historical landmark and former 18th-century convent is our hotel for the night!
• The Schist Villages: Talesnal & Casal de São Simão
• Fragas de São Simão Walkway: The wooden paths embrace dramatic granite landscapes, steep hills, an enchanting valley, and also vestiges of laurel forest

Coimbra & the Coast (2 Nights)

• Privately guided tour of the University City
• Visit University of Coimbra: Highlights include their massive Baroque Library and Cabinet of Curiosities filled with unusual treasures through the ages
• The Old Cathedral built in 1117
• The Walled Labyrinth privately guided walking tour of Óbidos'

Lisbon, City of Hills (2 Nights)

• Guided tuk-tuk adventure in the capital
• St. George's Castle: Towering dramatically above Lisbon, the 11th-century fortifications
• Belém Tower & the Monument of Discoveries: See and photograph these World-Heritage Sites that represent the epi-center of the Portuguese Age of Discovery.

Part 2: The Azores (6 Nights/7 Days)

São Miguel: The Green Isle (2 Nights)

• Botanical gardens and hot springs
• The most unique meal in the world: The stew cooked using Furnas’s natural volcanic heat!
• The oldest tea plantation in Europe
• Epic photos at viewpoints
• Giant caldera hike
• The Azorean Pineapple: A fun stop takes us to one of the 6,000 pineapple plantations on the island

Faial: The Blue Isle (2 Nights)

• Explore the great crater & interpretation center
• Photograph from multiple viewpoints the caldeira, a massive volcanic cone now classified as a nature reserve
• Enjoy sprawling views of Ponta da Espalamaca with views of Horta town, the Northern Atlantic, and nearby islands

Pico: The Mountain Island (Day Trip)

• Cachorro Rocks: A photo stop reveals unique volcanic rock formations
• Visit Adega a Buraca winery to sample their product and learn about the process
• Visit Whaling Factory and Fishermen Museum to learn about the island's early economic driver
• Visit Church of São Mateus
• Criação Velha Vinyards: The unique methods for producing grapes ideal for winemaking on such difficult terrain is what lead to this site's important designation. Lajido da Criação Velha is the best example showcasing the art of dividing the land and planting vines in the lava rock.

Flores: The Flower Island (2 Nights)

• The westernmost county in Europe
• A curious rock: Rocha dos Bordões is the postcard image and symbol of Flores. The basaltic formation provides a unique and unforgettable landscape with geometrical rock columns that resemble a man-made structure
• The great fajãs: This Portuguese term describes the beautiful coastal formation of a small flat land on the ocean below giant cliffs
• More beauty at the highest point: The Morro Alto forest reserve area is the highest point on Flores Island
• The 7 Lagoas: We'll explore this lush area with a number of serene lakes throughout the valleys

Corvo Day Trip: The Black Isle

• Caldeirão, The Crater: This ancient crater is responsible for the epic landscape of the extinct volcano that gave rise to the island
• The Village: Vila Nova do Corvo is the sole town on the entire island and unites the old and new in two distinct sections
• Lots of wind: Before electricity came to the island wind was the main source of food production via a number of windmills. Today 3 unique windmills still stand and function from this long-lost tradition

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Price: $4,495
Single Supplement: $895

Deposit: $600

Check out our club's official trip page: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/portugal-azores-group-tours/

Come out and meet other cruisers and party goers interested in the Oct 4th Overnight Party Cruise on Holland America. Learn more about this or other upcoming PNW mini cruises. ~Claudette

Meet us out on the patio (great in any weather), enjoy Happy Hour specials on food and drinks (available from 3-6pm), and even play some games as you socialize with other cruise enthusiasts. I'll be there to any questions, but start with these videos and the full details.

Free validated parking available under the Safeway!

Come any time between 4-7pm. If you won't be there at 4pm, it's appreciate if note in the comments when you plan to arrive. Thanks!

AHOY Sailors! Sharing this event so you can get some bonus Onboard Credit when you join us on the May 21, 2026 Maiden Cruise out of Seattle! Learn what it means to SET SAIL THE VIRGIN WAY with Virgin Voyages. Join us for one of the dates below and receive bonus Sailor Loot for attending:
🛳 Wed, September 10 - 4pm PDT
🛳 Wed, September 24 - 6pm PDT

Join me, along with other sailors and members of the Virgin Voyages Sales Crew on this 30-minute webinar for your chance to explore Virgin Voyages’ adults-only cruises, ask questions, and get ready to book the trip of your dreams. ~Claudette

Book directly at https://bit.ly/LetsGoBookVV

What’s in store for YOU:
✨ A sneak peek at our Lady Ships departing from Miami, LA, NYC, Seattle, Barcelona, Athens, San Juan, and more +
✨ Highlights of our most sought-after voyages, from Alaska’s wild beauty to Caribbean getaways and European escapes.
✨ All-Inclusive Luxury – Food, Tips, WiFi, Basic Bevvies, and Fitness Classes — a $1,000 value, all included!
✨ Learn about our current April promotion, including a special $OBC Offer for attending!

• Adults Only - No Kids! *Food + Tips + WiFi + Basic Bevvies + Fitness Classes - $1000 Value
• Find out about the latest promotions and offers (75% off 2nd guest or 125% Solo occupancy rate)
• Reduced Single Supplement and Cabins, along with solo Sailor meetups, pub crawls, group fitness classes, and more.
• 🆕Introducing Virgin Voyages’ Annul Pass🆕Call a Virgin Voyages ship home for an entire year!

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
https://linktr.ee/VVSalesCrew and let them know I invited you.

Grab a bevvie, hop on, say HI and join a 30 min webinar to learn about it all!

Sea you soon!
Claudette Hatcher
First Mate
Claudette@ClaudetteTravels.com