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Help Us Plan Our Alaska Cruise! | Excursions, Packing, Tech & First-Time Questions

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❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · SummerFrom SeattleFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're going on the Carnival Spirit out of Seattle in August.

We're looking for a really decent set of binoculars but not super high-end, right? Just reasonable that will serve us well for Alaska.

We really need to start looking at that because to be sure we have everything we need and can pack it cuz we're going to be flying.

We're expecting that we will have a lot of videos on what we are able to experience there, what we able to see, everything.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Research train ride excursions for Alaska, including options to take the train into Canada and back.
Consider a smaller vessel transfer to get closer to glaciers than the cruise ship allows.
Pack layers for varying temperatures and rain gear for Alaska in August.
Look for waterproof hiking shoes that provide support for walks on paths.
Get a decent but not super high-end set of binoculars for wildlife viewing.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what to pack for Alaska vs. warm climate cruisesResearch layers, rain gear, and footwear; consider flying and packing limits.
Uncertainty about cruise ship attire for Alaska vs. beach-like cruisesSeek advice on elegant night attire and general clothing expectations.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat excursions are best for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat clothing should be packed for an Alaska cruise in August?
QWhat technology and camera gear is needed for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat are the weather concerns for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat are the must-have cruise items for Alaska?

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We’re planning our upcoming Alaska cruise on the Carnival Spirit and realized we still have SO many questions! In this video, we talk through: Alaska cruise excursions What clothing to pack Travel tech & camera gear Weather concerns Must-have cruise items Ports and planning questions …and more. If you’ve cruised Alaska before, we would LOVE your advice in the comments. We’re especially looking for: ✔ Best excursions ✔ Packing recommendations ✔ Rain gear suggestions ✔ Camera/phone tips ✔ Things you wish you knew before your Alaska cruise This will be our first Alaska cruise experience, and we’re excited to learn from experienced cruisers before we go! This is part of our Alaska cruise and Carnival Spirit series! Subscribe to follow along on our Alaska cruise planning and upcoming cruise videos.: https://www.youtube.com/@UCa3-rr01Ak7-UAnLRunJ7zw ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, @SailStayAndPlay will earn a commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙌 📱 Phone Accessories ☂ Phone Umbrella: amzn.to/4n8KhwC 🏖️ Beach & Snorkeling Gear 🪢 Lanyard: amzn.to/3y3clNG 👜 Mesh Beach Bag: amzn.to/3UxDCj0 🦺 Snorkel Vest: amzn.to/4biPiwE 🤿 Snorkel: amzn.to/3wiQNMt 🛟 Float: amzn.to/3y33J9J 📱 Waterproof Phone Case: amzn.to/3UxDX5g 🏖️ Pop-Up Beach Tent: amzn.to/4dq2kug 🧺 Towels & Accessories 🧺 Towel (Extra Large): amzn.to/3UIKPxM 🧻 Towel (Regular): amzn.to/3UIOxYb 🏷️ Towel Bands: amzn.to/44u779Y 🧳 Cruise Essentials 🧳 Luggage Tags: amzn.to/4b0E3ci 🔌 Extension Cord (25ft, CPAP-Friendly): amzn.to/3UZsZ9Z 🌬️ Fan: amzn.to/3K23z5e 🧲 Hooks: amzn.to/4cjA5xv 🥤 Hydroflask: amzn.to/3QLPgFI 🎶 Entertainment & Audio 🔊 JBL Clip Speaker: amzn.to/3QMnsks 🎵 JBL Clip 4 Speaker Case: amzn.to/4dEIhIz 🎥 Filming & Vlogging Gear 📷 Vlogging Cameras & Accessories 📷 DJI Action 4 - Action, Snorkling, Vlogging: https://amzn.to/3OA1QKj 📷 DJI Action 5 - Action, Snorkling, Vlogging: https://amzn.to/41oRPCC 📷 DJI Action 6 - Action, Snorkling, Vlogging: https://amzn.to/4c6qPOu 📷 DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo - Vlogging: amzn.to/41BJRqN 🎤 DJI Mic 2 Full Kit for All Cameras and iPhones: amzn.to/3EZ8ch0 🎤 DJI Mic Mini Compact Option for All Cameras and iPhones: amzn.to/41vxECL 📸 Canon R8 – Studio or Fixed Position Camera: amzn.to/4bLc40j #alaskacruise #CruiseTips #CruisePlanning #AlaskaVacation #TravelVlog #CruiseLife #carnivalcruise #carnivalspirit _______________________________________________________ Photo Credit Images used are from unsplash: https://unsplash.com/ Photo by Maddox Furlong on Unsplash Photo by Meg von Haartman on Unsplash Photo by Sheila C on Unsplash Photo by Ronald Wong on Unsplash Photo by Marco Tjokro on Unsplash Photo by Sheila C on Unsplash Photo by Meg von Haartman on Unsplash Photo by Олег Мороз on Unsplash