My husband and I met someone last summer who used to work for Princess on the train. She told me how much she loved it and that I should look into it. We went online and saw the Driver/Guide Position and knew that is what we would want to do. We applied and got hired.
We drove up to Fairbanks from Bend, OR in April for training. It is great to be somewhere with people who actually love their jobs. I had never thought about driving a commercial vehicle before but I love it. The trainers were friendly and helpful.
We have had an amazing summer living in a dry cabin and working for Princess and Holland America. We are within driving distance of Denali National Park, have gone on a flight tour above the Arctic Circle, and are planning a lot of hiking on the way home. We are definitely coming back next summer and can’t wait!!!
Ashley – Driver Guide – Fairbanks, Alaska
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Hello Ashley,
My wife and I are also taking the big step this summer returning to Fairbanks as employees rather than tourists. I expect to be driving also, but we are not certain about my wife Carol yet. She has been somewhat hesitant because of the responsibility and size of the vehicles. We begin our initial orientation here in Phoenix tomorrow (Feb 6th). If you have any words of encouragement that you think might help her along and any other information, I would appreciate your help.. We are searching the internet for an apartment in Fairbanks now.
Thank you.
Stan