| Rating |
Date Attended |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? [v] |
Group Type? |
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Enjoyable holiday adventure!
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| Fri, Jul 4, 08 12:00 PM |
kellymartin |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| A group of my friends got together for the 4th of July and decided to take the Dolly for a very enjoyable 90 minute cruise around Canyon Lake. Though it was a hot day, there was ample shade on the Dolly and cold water was provided (thank you!). The crew did a great job, and were super nice. I learned a few facts about Canyon Lake, sit back and enjoyed the scenery and great company. |
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A very good time was had by all.
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| Thu, Jun 26, 08 12:00 PM |
JackBass |
Male |
70+ |
Local |
Other |
| I brought a group of seniors from my church and we had a fabulous time. The crew of the dolly was wonderful to us.
Jack Bass |
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My 10 year old grandson was visiting from CT
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| Wed, Jun 25, 08 12:00 PM |
Fickenscher |
Female |
70+ |
Local |
Other |
| I had seen the boat but never done the trip. I thought my grandson would enjoy it and he really did. The captain's narration added to the fun. He was careful to point out wildlife and move the boat close to shore to see the group of big horn sheep. I would do the dinner cruise with a group of adults in the future. |
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A Great TIme on Canyon Lake
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| Sun, Jun 22, 08 12:00 PM |
johnwwilson |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Other |
| My wife and I decided on the spur of the moment to take the cruise and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The scenery is beautiful and the ship's crew members were very friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend it. As a bonus for us, Kelly Ripa, (Regis & Kelly) her husband and family were passengers on our cruise. |
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Dolly Steamboat ride June 2008
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| Wed, Jun 18, 08 12:00 PM |
dbead47 |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| We had family visiting from the east coast this year and took them for a ride on Dolly. Even though it was pretty hot that day, the breeze we felt while on the boat was really nice. The music in the background, the narration from the captain, the scenery, and the slow pace of the boat was very relaxing and interesting. This was my fifth excursion on Dolly and I find something new to enjoy on every trip. I highly recommend this trip any time of the year for local residents and especially for visitors. |
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Relaxing and educational
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| Sun, Jun 15, 08 12:00 PM |
noneal |
Male |
70+ |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| I enjoyed meeting people from all over, and watching their fascination with Arizona and its various flora, and architecture. Particularly enjoyed this time of year when the centrury plants were in bloom.
Narrator did a great job describing the various scenes which would be seen in the canyon walls. |
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great time
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| Sun, Jun 15, 08 12:00 PM |
petersera |
Male |
70+ |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| very enjoyable |
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It was very hot that day but we enjoyed it.
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| Sun, Jun 15, 08 12:00 PM |
blessings |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| Many years ago, I had taken my children on this Dolly Steamboat during spring break and we all thought it was fun. So finally, for Father's Day, 2 of the now adult kids and a granddaughter and I took my husband. Though we didn't see any animals like the kids and I did the first time, it was still a fun thing to do. The 2 adult kids are now talking about doing the dinner cruise.
The crew was friendly and helpful and the captain was informative and funny.
The granddaughter did have to wear a life vest which is to be expected but she didn't like it as it made her uncomfortable and hot. We did find out that if you are downstairs, the vest isn't needed.
Most surprising was the snack bar and the VERY reasonable prices.
We ended our trip by having lunch at the marina, again, very reasonably priced with a great menu.
We'd do it again but when it is cooler. |
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Great Activity
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| Sat, Jun 14, 08 12:00 PM |
rikandlisa |
Male |
50-59 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| I've lived in Arizona since 1968 and I can witness that the trip to and from Canyon Lake is one of the most scenic drives in Arizona. You can stop at the Gold Field Mine, a touristy 1800's style old west attraction, then meander on up the winding road to Canyon Lake. The scenery is breath-taking. Then there's the trip up into the canyons of Canyon Lake on the Dolly Steamboat. I once took a friend from Switzerland on this excursion and his comment on the way back out of the canyons, crossing the lake toward the marina was, "I've seen many beautiful places in my life, but this is the most beautiful place I have ever been." That comment came from a guy who has seen some very beautiful country. After the excursion, do not miss the next stop to the east, Tortilla Flat. It's "old west" to the max and they serve great burgers, BBQ, etc. You can make a day of it on this outing and come away thinking, "What a fantastic experience!" |
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Cool, Peaceful
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| Wed, Jun 11, 08 12:00 PM |
ewokmama |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| This is the second time within two months that I have taken this cruise. The first time I was so busy taking photos, that I didn't get to "see" a lot of things. This time, I sat back and totallly enjoyed the cruise. |
