All About Alaska: Inside Passage Cruises Two Ways – Small Cruise vs. Big Ship Experience
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We've done two Alaskan cruises. The first one was on Alaskan Dream Cruises.
On a small ship, it's really hard to be anonymous with only 49 passengers.
A small ship is going to get you infinitely closer because of the size of the vessel and for safety reasons.
The flexibility is truly key when you're on those smaller ships.
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Considering cruising in Alaska and wondering what you get with a big ship vs. a small ship or vice versa? Join us as we explore the differences between the two for Alaskan cruises, focusing on the Inside Passage. We discuss ship sizes, itineraries, cultural immersion, pricing, and personal preferences, providing insights to help you choose the right cruise for your dream vacation in The Last Frontier. Here are some helpful links from our conversation: • These are the most amazing binoculars that we ALWAYS bring to Alaska: https://sometimessailing.com/best-binoculars-for-alaska-antarctica-cruise-leupold-bx-2-alpine-hd-review/ • Celebrity Edge was the big ship we explored the Inside Passage on. See photos from our experience with additional info about the Dawes Glacier itinerary: https://sometimessailing.com/celebrity-edge-in-alaska-dawes-glacier-cruise-things-to-know/ • Read more about the different suite classes with Celebrity Cruises: https://sometimessailing.com/aquaclass-vs-the-retreat-concierge-celebrity-cruises-classes-explained/ • We visited Sitka to start our Alaskan Dream Cruises Inside Passage Sojourn (see how close the ship was to the waterfall we discuss!): https://sometimessailing.com/experience-on-alaskan-dream-cruises-inside-passage-sojourn/ • Also, check out Mikkel modeling the waterproof paints and jacket we mention: https://sometimessailing.com/alaskan-dream-cruises-review-adventure-on-small-ships/ • For additional reading, learn more about luxury cruise options in Alaska and compare large and small ships. (Tune into a future episode when we deep dive into this topic!) https://sometimessailing.com/alaska-luxury-cruises-that-elevate-your-journey-in-the-last-frontier/ • You’ll find the binoculars and other must-pack items in our easy-to-access Alaska Packing List on Amazon, including the right clothing, rain gear, and camera lenses: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sometimeshome/list/2DLA5TZ6OJ6KK?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_MKNF3WE1H5R7CTB7C1F8 Don't forget to check out our other episodes from our All About Alaska series on our podcast channel on YouTube, including vital info about visiting Sitka, Ketchikan, and an Alaskan Dream Cruises trip. As Amazon Associates, we earn on qualifying purchases. Some trips and experiences are hosted. We may make a commission on affiliate links in this description.