10AM Ship begins boarding at Downtown Seattle Pier 30. Now is the best time to take pictures of the magnificent "SAPPHIRE Princess", the newest & largest cruise ship ever to dock in Seattle. The "SAPPHIRE Princess" is 970 feet long, that's longer than 3 3/4 football fields. It weighs 113,000 gross tons, holds 2670 passengers and an additional 1300 crew members.

2:30PM - 3:30PM, Welcome Aboard Party. There's an on board reception for those who want to attend at the (Vista Lounge). SPIRIT 105.3FM's Morning Team of Scott & Sam along with Martha Hadley and Frank Montgomery from Christian Faith Center will host this pre-launch get together for "SPIRIT CRUISE 2004" passengers to say Hello!! SPIRIT cruise passengers will get an opportunity to meet and greet station personalities form SPIRIT 105.3FM and talk to them directly after the welcoming address.

4:00PM: Departure. SAPPHIRE Princess set sail for beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska. All passengers should be above deck to wave goodbye to friends and family along the waterfront. Your sailing excursion begins in beautiful Elliott Bay as you view Seattle's breathtaking skyline and historic West Seattle, the original Seattle. You'll exit through the beautiful Puget Sound past some of the most picturesque scenery in The Northwest. Be sure to bring your binoculars to catch the magnificent orcas, sea lions, and seals swimming, frolicking, and breeching in the cool waters. Be sure to take in the breathtaking views of Mount Olympus, Mount Baker and the Olympic Mountain Range. Use the rest of the evening to get acquainted with the ship and learn your way around.

 
10:00AM Morning Games with SPIRIT 105.3FM's Morning Friends team of Scott & Sam. You've heard them on the radio, now you get to stand up and do them in person in front of a live audience. The Ah-Uhm game, Impossible Question, and "He said She said" to test your knowledge and "funability". You can also catch one of the incredible shows that The Sapphire Princess has put together for your enjoyment award winning musical plays featuring Vegas Style dance and Music. Get there early, as space can be limited.

2PM Singles Conference. Singles, this is your time! Joel Chalupny of Equally Yoked Christian Singles will be hosting a singles conference. This singles conference is open to all. All members of Equally Yoked are encouraged to attend, but you don't have to be. Single or not, you may learn something new, or have a great idea or insight to share. Come be blessed and be blessing. We will discuss issues relating to Christian singles from Single and satisfied, to how to find the perfect mate, and what to do once you find them. We want men and women to attend because we will have an exciting interactive question and answer period where everyone is encouraged to participate. Tell some funny dating stories, or for you married couple; we'd love to hear how you met and some of the fun things you did while courting.

9PM Welcome Aboard Concerts. There will be a "Welcome aboard" concert at the theatre featuring Frank Montgomery of CFC. Special performances exclusively for SPIRIT CRUISE 2004 passengers thanks to FLETCHER'S FINE FOODS. Guaranteed to be an event you don't want to miss!

6:30AM Excursion day in Ketchikan, Alaska. Arrival in beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska: You will wake to the beautiful spectacle of the mountainous Alaska Landscape. The SAPPHIRE Princess will be in port from 6:30AM until 5PM. Catch one of the beautiful and exciting shore excursions in Ketchikan. Tours and excursion packages start at $25.00 USD, and range all the way to $200.00 USD. You will be sure to find an affordable and exciting excursion to fit your budget. Or you can set off on your own adventure in beautiful downtown Ketchikan.

8:00PM Ballroom Dancing. Join your Spirit Cruise 2004 hosts Dan and Laura Kiel for Ballroom Dancing lessons. If you've never experienced the fun of ballroom dancing before, here's your chance. You'll learn from 2 of the brightest stars in ballroom dancing. They'll help you learn the Swing, Samba, Fox trot, Cha-Cha, Waltz, Latin, and the Tango. Come as casual as you'd like or bring your formal finest for an evening of fun. Here's a chance to listen to great music, dance with your sweetheart, and set the tone for a fantastic cruise experience. Dan and Laura Kiel compete all over the country and abroad in ballroom competitions. From absolute beginners to seasoned steppers, everyone is welcome to attend this fantastically fun class. At the end of class we cut loose and there will be a prize for best students.
 

 
6AM to 10AM Tracy Arm Scenic Cruising Alaska, United States Wake up early to the splendor and beauty of one of Our Lord's most awesome creations. Alaska's incredibly scenic Inside Passage.
Alaska's coastline is filled with wonder, and our Inside Passage cruises offer the chance to journey through one of the state's most magical attractions Tracy Arm

Tracy Arm
Located 50 miles southeast of Juneau, the awe-inspiring Tracy Arm is sure to enhance your glacier-viewing adventure. With our Inside Passage cruise, you'll sail past snowcapped mountains, dazzling waterfalls and steep granite canyon walls that disappear into deep and narrow fjords. From the upper reaches of College Fjord and the splendor of Glacier Bay to the sites at Tracy Arm, leave it to Princess to offer you a front-row seat to one of the most magnificent views on Earth. Of course, the only thing better than seeing glaciers is actually touching them. That's why we offer optional combination helicopter/hiking tours that put you square on the surface of these massive ice beds. You can also take a flight seeing tour over glaciers, kayak around them, and even ride a dogsled across one.

1PM to 10PM Juneau, Alaska. Perched on a thin strip of land at the mouth of Gold Creek, Juneau is arguably one of America's most beautiful state capitals, with the looming summits of Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts providing a gorgeous backdrop. Once an integral part of Alaska's Gold Rush, the city now boasts a mixture of natural and manmade attractions. In fact, there's so much to do and see here that Princess offers no less than 30 different excursions in and around Juneau - including the chance to walk on a glacier. Nearly half of Juneau's 30,000 residents work for a government agency, but outside of the marble-columned state capitol building, the city is a far cry from anything resembling Washington, D.C. The downtown area is filled with many vibrant buildings, including the must-see St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church, which houses artwork and artifacts that date back to the 18th century. From the bright mural in Marine Park to the carvings in the House of Wickersham, downtown is filled with Alaska's own unique brand of culture and architecture. Often hailed as Juneau's most impressive sight, nearby Mendenhall Glacier is approximately 12 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. You can see the glacier on a float trip or a "flight seeing" adventure, or hike up one of its trails for a closer inspection. The Mendenhall Visitor Center is filled with photos and information designed to make your visit both fun and educational. And for a bird's-eye view, the Mt. Roberts Tramway offers a short, six-minute trek to the top of Mt. Roberts, 1800 feet above the city. If wildlife is your passion, scenic Admiralty Island has the world's highest concentration of brown bears

9PM KARAOKE hosted Scott & Sam & Martha, Christian Style in the Vista Lounge. Everyone is encouraged to come enjoy great music and fellowship. Prizes will be given for best performance. Prizes given away will include

10:30 AM Morning Worship Service. The "Sapphire Princess" will be at sea all day sailing to beautiful Victoria B.C. You'll see the beautiful Canadian coastline in the far distance off the Sapphire oard side of the ship. 10:00AM Morning Worship Service at the shipboard theatre. SPIRIT 105.3FM's Martha Hadley will open in prayer. Worship Music provided by Pastor Frank Montgomery and of Christian Faith Center as they minister to us in song. The message will be delivered by Pastor (TBD) bringing us words of encouragement and profound insight on _____.

3:00PM Conferences. There will be 2 events to choose from.

Women: Sam Kelly and Martha Hadley of SPIRIT 105.3FM will be hosting a meeting of their SPIRIT GIRLFRIENDS GET TOGETHER. There they'll discuss some of the specific challenges facing women today. Topics will include how to handle being a daughter, mother, wife, mother, church servant, and wearing "the breastplate of righteousness" in a kind and caring manner. It will be an open discussion moderated by Sam Kelly and Martha Hadley, but open to all women and any topics they deem relevant.

Men: Scott Valentine and Joel Chalupny of Equally Yoked Christian Singles will host the Men's fellowship time. Topics will include effective fathering, both as a single parent and as a married man, along with how to be a better father, son, Dad and spouse. It will also be an open discussion that invites participation from all the men attending. The session will be open to all cruise passengers

8:00PM. Kiel Mortgage Christian Business Seminar. Laura Kiel of Kiel Mortgage will open discussion on how to infuse Christian ethics in business. People say it's a dog eat dog world we live in, especially in business. Kiel Mortgage has not only survived, but thrived on holding on to her core values in every situation. With an average of 65% annual growth over the last 5 years, Kiel Mortgage has always put values above profits, and let The Lord balance the books. There are spiritual elements and practical practices that govern how family owned Kiel Mortgage is operated. If you have your own business, or are thinking about owning your own business someday, this is the seminar for you. Everyone can benefit as she shares ideas and guidelines on how to be proud and expressive of your faith without offending. Come, be blessed, and be a blessing to others as there will be an open floor session to share ideas and network.

  
10AMScott Valentine and Frank Montgomery music symposium. All you music lovers will love this. First of all we want to hear what kind of songs you like to hear on SPIRIT 105.3FM. What makes a good song, a bad one, and what kind of music would you like to hear in the future? Also, what do you think of SPIRIT 105.3FM? Here's your chance to meet Scott, and help shape the SPIRIT 105.3FM music ministry with your feedback to reach more people for Christ. Frank Montgomery is a dynamic music Pastor at Christian Faith Center and has blessed many people over his 12 years of service with his passionate love of music. Frank will discuss trends in music worship. What gets you inspired and excited about hearing "the word"? We'll also be joined by our special musical musical guest sponsored by Fletcher's Fine Foods.

2:00PM Concert with Frank Montgomery of CFC. This is our last formal event of the cruise. Special thanks to FLETCHER'S FINE FOODS. Come have fun and fellowship with the other SPIRIT CRUISE 2004 passengers. Frank will minister in song and invite others to sing along and worship together on stage.

5PM to 11PM Shore Excursion to Victoria B.C. British culture and island informality collide in Victoria, where you're never far from someplace new to explore. Set on the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island, this sophisticated seaside city is full of historic sites, parks and gardens. You can choose from a variety of walking tours, and many begin at the Parliament Buildings at Victoria's Inner Harbor. Combined with the majestic Empress Hotel, these monumental buildings give the city a regal, European feel. But you don't have to stroll too far to see equally impressive modern structures, such as the Royal British Columbia History Museum, or replicas of large, native Northwest Indian houses at Thunderbird Park. Numerous unique attractions can be found throughout the city, including the Undersea Gardens, Miniature World, the Maritime Museum, Chinatown and the Royal London Wax Museum, which features more than 200 life-size figures. One of the most memorable places to visit is the world-famous Butchart Gardens, where you'll find 5,000 varieties of flowers, trees and shrubs, many of which are rare and exotic. The dazzling gardens on Saanich Inlet are just as beautiful at night, when hundreds of lights sparkle along the meandering paths. Additional gardens in Victoria include the Crystal Garden - named for its glass-roofed enclosure - and the gardens surrounding the Government House and near Craigdarroch Castle, a towering Victorian mansion, complete with a tower and turrets. There's nothing quite like touring this fabulous city in a horse-drawn carriage. Leave it to Princess to offer this unique opportunity, perfect for couples or families looking for a little adventure. We also offer a tour of gorgeous Victoria Harbor.

  
The Sapphire Princess arrives back in beautiful Downtown Seattle. You are welcome to wake up slowly and take a leisurely walk around the ship before getting breakfast. Disembarkation of the Sapphire begins at 8:00AM, You will only have a short walk to your car and will have most of the day to enjoy Seattle.