| Rating |
Date Attended |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age [v] |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Arrive early !
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| Sat, Apr 19, 08 2:00 PM |
azjack |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| This was our third trip on the Dolly. The last time we saw some big horned sheep climbing high in the rocks so we brought a camera and binoculars this time hoping we would get a chance to use them. We had reservations for the 2pm cruise because my wife volunteers at a hospital in Mesa and works till 1pm. We arrived at Canyon Lake at 1:50pm and received the last boarding pass. We ended up sitting in the cabin across from the bathroom. The location was terrible.We were on the port side and the captain, who was on the starboard side, did a nice job of narrating everything he observed on his right. We were unable to see much of anything this trip.
This is a good cruise, but you must arrive early if you want to sit in the upper deck or at a window on the starboard side. |
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Pleasant afternoon on the lake
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| Fri, Apr 18, 08 2:00 PM |
mscanlon |
Female |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| We enjoyed a relaxing cruise on Canyon Lake - good music, good narration. We even saw bighorn sheep! |
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A very enjoyable experience
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| Fri, Apr 18, 08 2:00 PM |
rossstahl |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| The trip was very enjoyable. |
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GREAT FUN
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| Thu, Apr 17, 08 2:00 PM |
barbbackhaus |
Female |
60-69 |
Combination |
Group of Friends |
| The Dolly Steamboat cruise was great fun! We enjoyed the tranquil cruise and beautiful scenery of this area and would definitely repeat the cruise. Thanks so much. |
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Seeing the Big Horn Sheep was a highlight.
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| Thu, Apr 17, 08 12:00 PM |
JohnRichter |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| We moved to Apache Junction from upstate New York in January of 2006. We discovered Canyon Lake and the Dolly Steamboat Cruise and have taken EVERY visitor ever since. Thanks to our Captan, Jeff, he alerted us to the presence of several Big Horn Sheep on top of a cliff. I was able to photograph them.
Every one of our cruises was a most enjoyable experience but this one was extraordinary! Thank you Jeff.
Even though the cost is reasonable, I'm still waiting for my "frequent flyer" discounts!! |
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Well worth the ticket
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| Wed, Apr 16, 08 2:00 PM |
WoodyH |
Male |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| Everything was great -- from the wonderful drive out to the dock on!
I especially like the "board by #" - it avoids the stampede for the best seats.
Only negative comment is the statement to be there 30 minutes before boarding - and there's no one in the ticket office! But the prior cruise showed up 25 minutes before, so things went OK.
The lake is beautiful - the commentary very good. The staff was friendly, and helpful. One word of warning - if you set up front, you have trouble hearing the commentary for the wind and bow splash.
All in all - a very relaxing 1-1/2 hours. |
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better than expected
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| Wed, Apr 16, 08 2:00 PM |
delbertdent |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| Very relaxing and enjoyable.Possibly would like to try dinner cruise next time. |
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Good scenic boat ride
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| Mon, Apr 14, 08 12:00 PM |
jprice216 |
Male |
60-69 |
Combination |
Family Without Children |
| This was our second trip on the Dolly Steamboat. Both were very informative and enjoyable. Captain Tom and the crew did a very good job.
I recommend this trip to many others. |
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Fantastic
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| Fri, Apr 11, 08 2:00 PM |
marier |
Female |
60-69 |
Combination |
Group of Friends |
| Very informative narrations, as well as soothing music to complement the beautiful and awesome scenery. |
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A One Time Must See Experience
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| Thu, Apr 10, 08 12:00 PM |
kralgrandma |
Female |
60-69 |
Combination |
Group of Friends |
| It was a great trip. The narrator was informative and entertaining. The sights were beautiful, especially during the springtime with all the wild flowers. However, I believe it would be lovely later in the year when the cacti are blooming.
Everyone should experience this trip at least once. |
