It was an eventful cruise, most I am unable to share. But again, ask any questions you may have.
The inside passage, was probably beautiful- Taking us 12 days to get to Seattle, I will see if i can find the map from my InReach and post.
The weather was, stormy- socked in, with most those on board sleeping for the majority of it, due to the heavy doses of Mecklazine- its pretty strong- only one dose every 24 hours, to prevent hallucinogenic effects. Its controlled and monitored extremely closely.
The galley, is also the great room, and training room, and movie room. Its the only hangout spot, other than their bunk rooms.
There is a workout room, we kept it close during rough seas.
As far as processing went, it was slow. They averaged 4 hours a day of work, made for some unhappy folks. Which is understandable.
We had to travel through the locks, to Lake Union- Unfortunately due to fighting, room inspections, and 8 empty bottles of JD, found in ceiling tiles- i was unable to watch.
The workout room, is to the left. Second level above main deck.
I was able to catch a few images from the bridge as the tugs moved us into position.
I was eager to step on land, but it had to wait. Trust me, we were just as eager to get the processors off the vessel as we were to be off.
One of the cool things that happens, the company gives the H2B workers a few days in Seattle, to shop, and see the sights prior to flying them all back home.
The majority of the GJ cruise was also, Eastern European. Over half had been working for 6 months already, and used it as a time to relax and wind down on the cruise back.
For those whom it was their first contract- I dont believe they were told honest numbers when being recruited.
I was required at the corporate offices for a few days, but was thankful to have the use of the company apartment, it was nice and overlooked the space needle.
I rented a car, and drove the 4.5 hours home a few days,