| Rating |
Date Attended [^] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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excellent all around outing
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| Sat, Jun 21, 08 6:30 PM |
AngelaO |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| Food was very good; beautiful surrounding; helpful and accomodating staff; presentation re astronomy related views, etc. was outstanding....only concern would be the very warm summer temps make it a bit uncomfortable until after the sun begins to set....I wholeheartedly recommend this trip to anyone....best trip next to viewing the Grand Canyon... |
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hot, but good
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| Sat, Jun 21, 08 6:30 PM |
rycarroll |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| My husband took me on the Dolly Steamboat as a surprise. Unfortuniately, it was a very hot day. He had scheduled it for a Friday, but we were switched to Saturday in order to fill the boat. Consequently we ended up inside instead of outside on the upper deck.
The captain gave some very interesting info regarding the lake and its development, but a group celebrating a birthday behind us were so loud, we could only hear bits and pieces. In fact, there were several groups who were obnoxiously loud and did not care to listen to either the captain or to Dr. Sky later in the evening. We would have really enjoyed the program presented had we been able to hear. I really don't know why these people bothered to take this trip as they did not enjoy the scenery or program provided.
I would hesitate to spend the money to do this trip again for fear of the same results evenn though I think it could be fun and interesting. I normally do not complain when people are having a good time, but think they should have sitted off by themselves or asked to be a little more quiet for the benefit of others. |
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Second Dinner Cruise...Really enjoyed!
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| Sat, Jun 21, 08 6:30 PM |
helenmoynan |
Female |
60-69 |
Combination |
Other |
| I took my 86 year old mother and her friend up from Tucson for the dinner cruise. Of course, the scenery was fabulous...can't change that!! The cruise itself was very enjoyable. We did the astronomy cruise due to date of our trip, not by choice, but it was certainly interesting and educational for all of us.
The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially to my mother and her friend. They (and I) appreciated the extra assistance they were given.
The food was good overall, except the chicken was overcooked. I think it was last time, as well. That may be due to bacteria concerns, but it was so dry it was difficult to cut, which seems a little overkill! My steak was great, not overcooked. It's a really good meal, especially considering you are out on a boat. Good job!
I would recommend..and have...the dinner cruise to anyone. It's a beautiful setting and the crew are so nice and helpful. It's something that can be done more than once and there's always something new to enjoy.
Even my mother's friend...who is a bit difficult to please, shall we please...did enjoy herself. Thank you. |
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Recommended
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| Sat, Jun 28, 08 6:00 PM |
rpappano |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| The cruise was very enjoyable and the help was very nice. The only thing I can say is that I was not impressed with Captain Tom. He had a negative attitude and I noticed he was short with some of the people. He should keep his negative remarks to himself and not share with the customers. I think if he doesn't like his job then he should get another. |
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Not for children
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| Sat, Jun 28, 08 6:00 PM |
wrenchit |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| Three family members told this reservation site that we had children under 5. The reservationist kept telling everyone they were free and would not list them. When we got to the boat they couldn't guarantee space or meals for them because they didn't know about them. The food on the boat was fabulous and they were accomodating, but I'm still mad at the reservation people.
There was only 1 working bathroom on the boat so my 3 year old learned to dance in place and hold it in line.
All children are required to wear a life vest during the entire cruise. The vest are big, bulky and very hot. |
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Fantastic
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| Sat, Jun 28, 08 6:00 PM |
GregWilliams |
Male |
50-59 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| The entire experience was fantastic! Canyon Lake is beautiful. The staff was exceptional as well as the dinner. Looking forward to going again. |
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enjoyable
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| Sat, Jun 28, 08 6:00 PM |
Pufferfish |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| The sights were fantastic, the food was decent. I was not expecting muchm but was pleasntly supprised. Captin was talkative. Nice trip! |
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Warm Night - Beatiful Sights - Horn was a Fright
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| Sat, Jul 5, 08 6:00 PM |
vrasmussen |
Male |
50-59 |
Combination |
Other |
| My daughter and I both enjoyed the cruise and the dinner was much better than we anticipated. Filet mignon and grilled chicken, baked potato (generously garnished), steamed vegetable, dinner roll, salad, and apple pie for dessert.
The captain, steamboat crew, and catering staff were all very pleasant and eager to see to it that everyone enjoyed the evening.
The captain provided narration during portions of the cruise which was both interesting and informative but never to the point of distraction. The music was a variety of well chosen selections - some light hearted, some heartwarming, some inspirational, and all of it appropriate.
The canyon proved to be a cool respite from the day's heat and relatively little other boat traffic on the lake; which was quite a surprise because it was a long holiday weekend (4th of July) when we attended.
I wish they would put a new horn on the boat. Instead of having that definite "steamboat hooot-toot" it sounded more like my father's Buick. |
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Wonderful, breathtaking, and the food is good too!
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| Sat, Jul 5, 08 6:00 PM |
cketch |
Female |
40-49 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| I've been on this cruise three times now. First on business; then I went back with my family, and most lately with my in-laws. Everyone I've been with on this cruise has agreed with me that it's wonderful. The people are very nice; Food is good; provides a little respite from the intense Phoenix heat; Can't beat the scenery. |
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Excellent Cruise!
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| Sat, Jul 5, 08 6:00 PM |
mpk2379 |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| The sights were awesone and the food was first class. Can't wait to do it again! |
