I know this is a old video! However for those of you plannin a trip up here in 2023, here’s some helpful tips from a local resident! Juneau, Sitka, and the other non main island ports of Alaska, are full of people and tourist traps. Juneau is tiny, and EXPENSIVE! Juneau isn’t worth it UNLESS YOU WANT TO DO TOURISTY THINGS! Sitka, again, expensive and tiny. It too is full of tourist traps. I will say, technically everywhere in Alaska is expensive but, some places are worse than others. A meal for 2 in anchorage could be 35 bucks while a meal for two in Juneau may cost 45+. Seward, has the same type of restaurants, same types of stores, the sealife center, and it’s closer to the “main lands” for easier accommodations Fly into anchorage anytime between end of April to early September. Take Washington weather “rules” and apply it up here. This is prime shorts/ jeans and a tshirt weather. However, the probability of you wanting just a sweatshirt and some jeans is higher! Bring sunscreen, fun fact it gets hot up here! Summers, in Anchorage can get up to 80 degrees. In Fairbanks it can get close to 100degrees. Girdwood is about 45 minutes away. Girdwood has a local Ski resort. At the resort they have Ski/ Snowboarding, hiking, and beautiful scenery at the top of the tram. You cannot snowboard and ski in the summer. It doesn’t snow year round. There’s also a resturaunt at the top of the tram or on top of the mountain! Whittier you can hop on a day cruise and go see 20+ glaciers (with a meal) or walk around the town. While Whittier is small and there’s not much to do if you’re a Diver (scuba or free diver) you can dive in Whittier! (drysuit diving only up here) do other wildlife day cruises, and they have a couple (very small) restaurants. If you drive a little past Whittier you can get to the Alaska Wildlife and Conservation center! A local wildlife center with all sorts of Alaskan style wildlife. All the Animals are in enclosures based off Alaskan nature. Open spaces and large enclosures for all the animals. This goes for our state zoo in Anchorage! The enclosures are built to closely, within certain safety precautions, represent the most natural and closest environment to the animals! I will say though the Otters/ Sea Lion enclosure is horrible and I’ve brought it up numerous times, forewarning! Or go the opposite way, go to Talkeetna, Denali, and Fairbanks. Ttalkeetna, is a small tourist trap but, it’s a town full of rich and fun history, ask about the mayor!!! Like anywhere in Alaska you don’t have to search hard to find wildlife! Especially up towards Talkeetna, Denali and Fairbanks. Denali, is a massive National park. Hiking, waterfalls, rivers, and of course you guessed it, wildlife! Fairbanks you can scuba/free dive (again drysuit diving unless free diving), local eateries (stay away from el dorado it’s not good whatsoever 2/5 stars) but, the main attraction is when drive up the street 15 minutes and take a left turn into…… SANTAS NORTH POLE WORKSHOP! In North Pole, Alaska Santa chills year round in a festive manner. The workshop is a year round Christmas store that you can take pictures with Santa! Yes parents YEAR ROUND! Inside you’ll find candy, hot chocolate, ornaments, and other Christmas items you want! There’s so much more than just the tourist trap towns! If anybody has any other questions feel free to comment and I’ll answer them 🙂🙂 Happy Cruisin, Stay Safe, and have a Magical day 😌😌

I have lived in AK for 15 years (2 separate stays) and originally moved here because I was so blown away the first time I visited--which was via cruise ship. Layers, layers, layers. That's the best advice I can give to anyone travelling here on vacation. Several lighter layers (short sleeve tee, long sleeve tee, hoodie, cardigan, jacket) will be warmer than one heavy layer and far more customizable to changing temps and activity levels. Thanks for your vid! I'm actually going to cruise Alaska (3rd time) in May. Come see the most beautiful season on Earth---an Alaskan summer!

I was fortunate to cruise 5 times to Alaska. I only had 2 cruises to the same port. It was my total relaxation cruise. The Anchorage Zoo is the best rescue zoo!

I did an Alaska cruise with my kids years ago on RC. The cruise was great, and the excursions were all amazing with the "Glacier Point Wilderness Safari" being the most memorable. The ship had a ton of activities for my pre-teen kids, and the views from the ship were amazing. The biggest "let down" with the cruise was the limited time you are able to actually spend on the ground in Alaska... the cruise is just a sampler that makes you want to go back by land.

I've been living in Alaska for a few years and yes things are much more expensive up here, but there are experiences up you will not find in the lower 48. I did a wildlife tour out of Seward and saw otters, seals, bald eagles, puffins, sealions, orcas and a pod of grey whales to name a few. The tour concluded with sailing up to glacier. Best money I ever spent. Recently did a flight sighting tour over Denali. It was over $300 but where else can you do that. My advice to anyone visiting Alaska is to do things that are unique to Alaska (for instance you can pane for gold and go white water rafting in a lot of places in the lower 48). And don't try to be a cheapskate. You will regret it.

I've lived in Alaska almost my entire life and I just want to say it's a great place, yet very different from anywhere else in the U.S. I want to thank you for your video! It was very accurate, respectful, and most certainly helpful for others coming up here (especially via cruise ship.)

I took zillions of pictures...and not one of them comes close to being there in person!

We did an Alaska cruise some years back in May, from Seattle to Alaska was "one in a hundred years" good weather thus many passengers were on the decks even some in Jacuzzis!! The trip from Vancouver back to Seattle was scary and rough had a 28' wave take out a few cabins!! All in all it was awesome

I have done many Alaska cruises. My favorites have been departures from Vancouver. The bonus, besides a smoother boarding process is sailing on the inside of Vancouver Island instead of the outside that the Seattle departures do. Dreamy to watch the sunset and moonrise along the inside of the island on the last evening of cruising. And do love those Canadian (and a few Scottish) cruisers. So friendly and kind.

Nice video. One of the things I was so disappointed in when we took our Hawaiian cruise was I was looking forward mostly to cruising past the gorgeous mountains on the islands. That never happened even once, every morning we would wake up in some regular looking port.

My Alaskan cruise was nothing short of spectacular ! We were blessed with perfect weather (not cloudy & raining) and it was a subdued and relaxed environment on board. I too recommend it and was not disappointed.

Just got back from a cruise to Alaska. Everything stated is exactly as stated. Had a great time on the rear deck of our ship as well as the forward lounge over the bridge. We had a great time.

I just did Alaska and when I think about it, the time spent cruising to the next port is usually filled with gorgeous scenery, so it is not necessary to arrive at 7 am like on a Caribbean cruise. For those there is nothing to see „along the way“ and the „entertainment“ starts when you dock. But Alaska offers scenery along the way and then when you dock at 11 am or even later, the next bunch of „scenery“ begins when you go on an excursion. Having the midnight sun was really cool and really extended the time to be out seeing things. Loved it!

Bad weather doesn't bother me. Im from the uk and work outside. Alaska cruise get yourself outside and take in the scenery properly. Just superb 👌

This is one of the best, informative cruise videos I have ever seen. Exceptional, thank you.

Thank you so much for this info. I’m less than a month away from embarking on my very 1st cruise ever and it’s to ALASKA… and it will be my 50th birthday as well. You’ve got me so excited ✨🤩✨

I did the Alaska cruise years ago but did the land then the sea. I can’t even explain how beautiful it was visiting the the parks as we traveled by luxury bus & train and then getting on the ship with land excursions. Just amazing & would highly recommend to anyone with more time & money to spend...you won’t regret it!

We did our Alaskan cruise on Holland America and it was fantastic! Much better than the Carribean cruise we took. But we were told multiple times by the guides that the weather was unusually good for the week we were there.

Loved it when he said. " in the Caribbean a cruise ship is the highest point around. That's so true I live in Antigua and when a cruise ship is in port its the tallest build on the entire island

I drove to and lived ten years in Fairbanks and Anchorage. I recommend the alcan. I've never been on a cruise before and I probably won't go on one. But the moose, bears and wolves you'll see driving is real and it's spectacular!

Since we’re talking cruising,I’d like to share an idea that helped us immensely. Our excursion lasted two weeks. First half seeing national parks then an Alaska cruise. That’s fourteen outfits for the two of us. I bought ziplock gallon size bags. I folded our clothes neatly,one pair slacks,top and underwear. I left the zip open,rolled the bag,removing the air,then zipped it. It made a huge difference in getting our clothes packed. It especially helped hubby. His clothes were already matched,he didn’t have to think about what to wear. Hope this idea helps someone. Have a wonderful cruise. Book a few of the excursion trips from your ship. You’ll be glad you did. Especially if you know the cruise will be your only trip as with us.

We have cruised to Alaska twice. The last time the ship sailed in July so we spent our last day in Alaska traveling to Katmai National Park to view the bears. That alone was as good or even better than the cruise itself.

We sailed from Seattle on NCL back in June 2018 and it was messed up almost 3 hours to board. But the best cruise ever it was worth it.

I just assumed the weather would be cool and wet on an Alaskan cruise. I wish someone had told me how hot and soupy the Caribbean would be 24 hours a day. I couldn't even be outside for more than 5-10 minutes without getting overheated! Yet the outdoor spaces were packed with people! I might not have gone on that cruise if I'd known. I'd much rather be cold than hot.

61 years, and born in Alaska, you couldn't have said it better. I've traveled all over America. 42 States. I'm still in awe of the Great Land. Insider hint. A cruise only scratches the South East Coast.

Alaska is so beautiful! I just got back from there and I just booked another cruise in July.

I'm from the UK, returned from Alaskan cruise a month ago, sailed with Celebrity cruises had a great time. Your comments are correct. I had an amazing time. Layer up and enjoy yourself.

I have taken three Alaskan cruises, that place is breathtaking.

Thank you for this one! I now must book a cruise to Alaska for sure!

Thanks for the information. I will be cruising to Alaska in September out of San Francisco. My first cruise was three years ago to the Caribbean. Looking forward to the beautiful sights.

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You did an excellent job reviewing the Alaska experience. Thanks

We are looking at Alaska for our trip this year. Thanks for your wonderful insights.

I have been wanting to go on a cruise through Alaska. This information just makes me want to go that much more. Thank you.

Thank you so much. My husband and I go this summer!!

Thank you so much for such an in-depth review

Thank you for this information. I'm taking my first Alaskan cruise in May.

Very informative. Thanks for sharing about the wild times seeing daylight.

Boarding in Vancouver was very quick and easy, no waiting anywhere for more then 10 minutes at the most.

Thanks for sharing! We're heading on a cruise to Alaska soon and this was helpful

Excellent video and very useful tips.Look forward to our cruise,better prepared!

Great info, thx for this video 👍

My Norwegian cruise on the JOY to Alaska from Seattle Washington back in early July 2019 was fantastic. The food on that ship was top notch and the weather was pretty good. What I didn't like was the Whale watching/ Glacier excursion that took almost an hour to get to and have to get on board a site seeing boat and waste 4 hours of our valuable time and no whales to be had. ( Big snore fest ). Because the whale watching took so long, we were able to enjoy the Glacier point safari except to kill an hour in the museum across from Glacier. I'll have to agree with deeper pockets you'll enjoy the more robust excursions. Wish I knew!

Excellent video! You covered many important things that the other videos I've watched did not.

Thanks! Loved listening to your video. That’s our next cruise. My husband wants to go back to Alaska where he used to live, so that’s our next cruise. We’ve always enjoyed Holland America. They’re smaller which we like. Never really thought about more indoor activities because of the weather. Good point. 😊

I too am an Alaskan. I retired from the Alaska Marine Highway System. I mostly ran ferries between Skagway, in the north, to Bellingham, WA in the south. It never got old for me, the scenery is and was awesome to behold. The most beautiful part of the inside passage is in the far northern reaches of it, which begins at about Petersburg, AK. The glaciers pop out like crown jewlels on the mountains and take your breath away on both sides at times of your ship at the same time. From Juneau north, up Lynn Canal is the most spectacular of all; I speak of the routes taken between our ports of call, and not excursions into Glacier Bay, Tracey Arm or LeConte glaciers. Cruise ships almost always gather their tourists back aboard the ship late in the evening in Juneau and "slow bell" it on up to Skagway (70 miles or so), in the dark of night, with mostly tired, but happy passengers sound asleep, so they will be ready for the "big spend" at the morning opening of the (cruise ship owned) T shirt shops in Skagway. I see them passing my house at night, all lit up, heading north, and feel sad for what they all are missing along the way!

Solid information for an Alaskan cruise. Just got back from a Norwegian Bliss cruise.

I have only sailed once from Vancouver on Disney. The boarding process wasn't as bad. Being from the Caribbean and not being a fan of the cold I chose an Ocean view Stateroom, which was great for keeping my 9yo's sleeping schedule. Great view, no cold veranda breeze. It was wonderful, but you are right about the time difference, daylight hours, heat, cold and rain. The cold winds up top were brutal when underway. Taking pics took grit and gumption out there. The sports and outdoor activities areas were empty because it was just too chilly. We did not do port excursions but we did enjoy wandering around, shopping and getting a feel of the place as well as got good advice on what to do on our next cruise from the locals and Castmembers. You are also right about deck activities. The Disney Classic Ships' pools are all heated, but it is really cold out there in the shade. And you need to dress warmer and bring along a blanket or two if you want to stargaze way late at night. It was very disconcerting to find out that Funnel Vision Movie at Night is not because the sun is still up. It was also great that Room Service was 24hrs and included because eating at different times became a thing for us. There were enough activities to keep us entertained on board, but settling in at home after the 7nt Cruise, was really tough for us. We now know to take a day or two after to acclimate. I think the Cruiseline and Ship really matters because most of the things people associate with cruising is not a thing on an Alaskan Itinerary, and there were not as much kids on board because school was in for most. My sons pretty much felt that they had the place to themselves at the kids clubs. Having included limitless cold beverages and icecream was also not as much fun. We spent more on that cruise because most heated specialty beverages were additional costs, and we bought more clothing souvenirs that will come in useful in the future like Rain Jackets, Parkas, Hats and Scarfs. We needed more than 1 because things stayed wet and we would have 1 in the dryers while wearing the other out and about. Alaskan Cruises requires more luggage I guess, and yes, you still should pack sunblock and sunglasses for everyone.

Very informative, thank you.

This is our first Alaska cruise thanks for tips.

So glad you went before we do lol we actually live 3 hours from Seattle, done 2 cruises from there and cruises from other places, but actually never done an Alaskan cruise. Our cruise is in 90 days on Quantum of the Seas as well.

I’m going in July 2023 on Carnival Spirit. It looks so beautiful in Alaska. Thanks for the tips! 🛳

Useful info, unlike many other videos

Good job! We're in AK now. It's 46f In Juneau and rainy.

We just got home from NCL encore, last week in October. During rainy season but we luckily had perfect weather. Some people did see the N lights. Orcas, big horned sheep and otters. Port visits were all very short. The only problem was booking flights through NCL. Not recommended, will book our own for next time.

Returned from traversing the Alcan highway by boarding the Alaska Marine ferry at Skagway destined for Bellingham, Washington. No casino, swimming pool nor hot tubs and the room steward had, by his own admission, eaten the mints meant for my pillow. An honest working boat with tearful arrivals and departures, tall tales, skallywags posing as CIA agents and so forth. Also had no jumbotron but there's one easily ten miles ahead uglifying the landscape.

Alaska is a don’t miss! I didn’t cruise - conference in Anchorage. Fight seeing of Denali was incredible. Did a nature cruise from Seward (southeast of Anchorage’s). Do what you can n see what you can. You’ll not be disappointed!

We left Seattle port 91 on Celebrity Solstice. We had an appointed time to board and we were in the ship within 20 minutes . Departing we were out of the ship, thru customs and in our limo in 30 minutes. Only thing I would change is not killing 14 hours in town waiting for the red eye.

Nice selfie with the Juneau sign I took the same picture 🤣

This was very helpful

Really good information. We have cruises to Alaska twice round trip out of Seattle. We would cruise to Alaska again. Grandma Sarah in remote northeastern Montana

i have sailed out of Seattle 9 times to Alaska, the last being September 2021 andI have never experienced a long wait time to board. But maybe the fact Im on Holland America and there is not 5000 people trying to board makes a difference. The airport can be hectic but I take advantage of the luggage service on HAL that picks up your luggage the last night on the cruise and the next time you see it is at your final destination. Makes things a lot easier. Ive learned to travel light. One piece of luggage. No carry on. The beauty of Alaska is breathtaking to me so I don't knit pick.

I'LL be cruising on the Discovery Princess in 60 days, I can't wait. I have cruised the Caribbean many times. Thanks

You mentioned having to wait to board the ship. This type of waiting and lines are typical whenever ships leave from the Baltimore port to go to the islands. The lines and waiting are endless. When I took a ship from NY, it was quick, easy and no hassles. Ms. B. Churchill

Great video! There are more than one place to board a Cruise in Seattle. This gentleman experience was on the waterfront cruise dock. The other a little north is much better on getting people in and out of the ship.

Really useful video - I’m going to be sailing from Seattle on Discovery Princess in 3 weeks, and cannot wait!

This is my dream trip

We just got back from an Alaskan cruise and I’m already ready to go back. Indescribably beautiful.

Just got back from Alaska on Quantum of the Seas. Restaurants and bars were awesome. The steaks/cuts were great @ chop. Super awesome staff. Wish I hadn’t overpacked though. Just bring one warm jacket for off the ship just in case. Otherwise just bring a couple nice outfits and plenty of socks and lightweight casual/comfy clothes because the ship was very well climate controlled. I would recommend the food package so you can eat @ the restaurants for free most of all, paid for itself in the first two days. Had so much fun, very calm seas too. Vikas the waiter @ Chops is the best!

Sept - Oct 2021. NCL Encore out of and return Seattle. Big ship. Low capacity. COVID test in the terminal area. Time slots for check-in. No delays. Lines were indoors and kept moving at all times. There were clusters of people who had incomplete documents; arrived well before scheduled time slots or had not scheduled; and some got anxious about waiting 15 minutes for COVID results and hovered at the waiting room exit creating shifting blockages. Terminal staff did reasonable attempts at getting those groups out of line and processed and keeping the line moving around the clusters. Low capacity, scheduled check-in, on-line "paperwork," Less paper and more digital in the terminal (staff with tablets in a larger room were going to the queues and talking next-in-line aside to process. Felt faster than looking for next counter agent waving a "NEXT" sign). Yes, go for the view, not the party. Although, in each port there are places to drink and be loud. As you said - be prepared for cold and rain, or sun and hot. Get outside or a place inside with big windows for sunrise, sun set, seeing the costal landscape. In the Caribbean sunset and sunrise usually happen with an empty horizon. Alaska sunrises and sunsets usually have close in mountains, glaciers, forests, and a good chance of seeing land and sea animals.

Gooooood. I don't want to have a party vibe on an Alaskan cruise...and I don't think people going to somewhere so cold and scenic is looking to party. Body clocks vary all over the world... that'snothing new.

I boarded in Vancouver. The system went down as I got to check in. I’m doing back to back. The people getting on in Anchorage had a terrible walk to get on.

The vibes of an Alaska cruise look like they’re exactly my style! Everyone interested in the views and it’s peaceful and serene. Unfortunately the ship I’m going to be on doesn’t have an indoor pool or sports areas, but it does have a solarium. Kinda surprising given that the ship (Discovery Princess) was made for cruising to Alaska.

Im going to Alaska August 2 on Carnival!! Thanks for the info!! My first cruise!!

Did an 11 day land/sea cruise several years ago on Holland America. The only way to see interior AK. Flew to Anchorage from SeaTac then lots of busses and trains and stops and overnights to Denali, Fairbanks. several towns in Yukon. The thing about HAL is they take care of all your luggage for you, all the excursions (lots) were in our cruise price and we saw LOTS of places, wildlife on Denali tour. The Whitehorse narrow gauge railroad from Whitehorse to Skagway was breathtaking. We didn't cruise til we got to Skagway and it was only 4 days to Vancouver. They no longer have the land/sea tour we took, but it was amazing. If you really want to see AK, take a land/sea tour. The HAL ships are smaller than the others and not as much to do onboard, but they can go to places larger ships can't. We went at the end of June and the only place it rained was Juneau (expected) and it was 100 in Dawson City!!

Yeah I thought about doing one but I like going to warmer climates for vacation

Binoculars! I wish I brought them my first time!

Just got back from San Francisco originated cruise. Can see why it’s always recommended by those who’ve went. I would suggest people pack lighter as the cost of windbreakers and fleece lined raincoats in Skagway were much more reasonable then expected. Would also suggest early in the season to maximize waterfalls.

I'm going on my 1st cruise with my boyfriend to Alaska in August from SF. I'm super excited! The excursions are a little too pricey for us so we Have decided to venture out on our own.

I only went on a cruise to the Bahamas on a Carnival ship from Orlando but i would love to go to Alaska

So the reason that the big ports (like Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway) are trying to recover from essentially not having a cruise season the last 2 years. So ships are only allowed to either port in the morning or the evening. This was slightly disappointing because when I was in Juneau it was only 7:30-1:30 and our excursion was 7:30-1:00 which was all aboard time.

Most amazing cruise to Alaska, so beautiful. Glad I got to go once.

We recently came back from an Alaska Cruise. I would add “Bring a nice set of Binoculars.” It makes whale watching from your balcony more fun.

We did an Alaskan cruise on Carnival Spirit 11 years ago. We traveled as a family of 4. We splurged and got an aft wrap cabin and another balcony cabin on the other side so we had balconies on 3 sides of the ship. Came in very handy. We saw a bear on the shore from our balcony while the ship was sailing. We did a private whale watch so there were the 4 of us, 1 other couple and the captain on the boat. We saw a mother humpback teaching her calf how to feed. They were doing all these jumps, it was amazing. We also saw the "little guys" aka Orcas. We spent 3 days in Seattle before the tip and it is still my favorite vacation we have ever done, and we travel a lot.

I wish I knew in the morning right befor cruise of the front of our ship 🚢 that one of us is covid positive ! Good buy vacation, stay on isolation 10 days in Canada !

On a Caribbean cruise having an inside cabin is acceptable because you're never in your room. Booking an exterior cabin with a balcony is an absolute must on an Alaskan cruise. Surprised that wasn't the first tip that was given.

The best cruises to Alaska are those on the smallest ships.

And yes the excursion price was definitely sticker shock. If you’re spending $150/person in the Caribbean you’re taking the big boujee excursions. However, Alaskan excursion for $150/person were a steal

Thanks.

Huh, on my Alaskan cruise, I barely spent any time on the boat. I took a mix of excursions from the ship and 3rd party excursions. Of course, mine was a 2-week land/sea cruise from Fairbanks to Vancouver. And taking the train/bus to Juneau and ship from Juneau to Vancouver was all about scenery and nature. Rented a car to explore Denali. The only thing that pissed me off when we were on the bus to Juneau instead of stopping so we can watch the Beluga in the salt water tidal river, scratching themselves on the river rooks, they took us to a farm, where we could look at Alaskan/tundra animals (same ones we saw in the wild) behind fences. That was a complete waste.

Thank you. : )

Good Review. I'm from Alaska and the scenery still amazes me

Cool

I took 12 Alaska cruises they are enjoyable on several cruise lines..... 8 Caribbean cruises , 4 Hawaiian cruises, and 2 European river cruises...

Great and informative video . I have zero interest to ever sail to Alaska, but I really enjoyed your video

New sub! Liked 🙏🤗✌️

We have only done Princess & Holland for Alaska , But they are Our go to ..Sailed 5 Times in Alaska go again ...

Born & raised in Alaska & never got tired of the wildlife & scenery! Yes we dress in layers bc the weather can change in a heartbeat! Those pics/videos of Juneau when it’s sunny are awesome! One big item you didn’t mention is SE Alaska is a huge Rainforest (Tongass National Foest), so dress accordingly & Google average weather before going 😳🤣

We sailed from Seattle back in 2018, and the boarding process was a cluster at that time also. We were in a RCCL Grand Suite and there was absolutely no accommodation for any suite guests during the arrival and boarding process, despite what was promulgated by the cruise line in advance. The chaotic and frustrating boarding process was nearly exceeded in disappointment by the disorganization of the Seattle airport security queue on go-home day. One would think that they would have had a better plan in place to handle the thousands of cruise passengers arriving in hoards shortly after the morning disembarkation process. I have avoided Seattle since that bad experience four years ago and the evidence shows that the situation has not improved at all at the cruise port albeit I do realize that they are dealing with more stringent documentation requirements per passenger since the restart of cruising. It is my opinion that the cruise port facility is woefully inadequate to process the number of embarking passengers on a timely and well organized basis. The folks working at the terminal were giving it their best efforts but were not able to overcome the deficiencies of the terminal size and design.

Thanks for this video could you comment on what you feel are the absolute can’t miss excursions?