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Columbia & Snake River Cruise ~ July 2008

Monday, August 11th, 2008

Bill and Anna traveled in July 2008 on the Queen of the West sternwheeler up the Columbia River Gorge.  This is a 7 night, 1,000 mile journey following parts of the Lewis & Clark Expedition.

“Chris, We had a great time on the cruise.  The crew told us it was the most wonderful weather all season.  We were so lucky to have the weather accommodate us like that.  We LOVED the whole idea of a river cruise and really like the small ship.  The service was simply great.  Thank you again for being so nice to us.  Hopefully you can book another river cruise for us some day.”  Anna & Bill, North Carolina

A grand introduction to cruising

Friday, August 8th, 2008

Dear Cindy
Arriving in beautiful Portland, taking the city tour through its gardens and homes and then boarding The Queen of the West in all its grandeur on the Columbia River was our introduction to river cruising. From that very first day and throughout the entire week on the river, we were filled with the wonder of history along Lewis and Clark country, the thrill of taking a jet boat ride, the awesome view of the devastating power of Mt. St. Helen’s volcanic eruption, the amazing engineering fete of the many locks and dams along the river, and above all the professionalism of the Queen’s staff. They took such good care of us.
Thank you, Cindy, for planning our Columbia River Cruise. We so enjoyed meeting you on the eve of our cruise and appreciate your thoughtful bon voyage gifts both before we sailed and when we returned home. It has been a delight working with you.
Yours Most Sincerely,

Lori, Sally and Frank Graham