Alaska Cruise Tips They Don’t Tell You: Save $$$ & Skip the Lines
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I strongly recommend bringing an eye mask and hair clips, those little claw clips for hairs, to use them actually to clip your curtains so you don't have that big seam of light down in the middle.
Layers, layers, layers, layers is the name of the game when it comes to packing for an Alaskan cruise.
The trick to seeing Mendenhall though is that you can do it affordably.
It is truly a bucket list thing and I hope everyone gets to do it at least once in their life.
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Are you overpaying for Alaska cruise excursions? Many travelers spend double or triple on tours, without realizing that in ports like Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway, some of the best experiences are free or just steps from the ship. This episode breaks down where to splurge and where to skip, the biggest packing mistakes (spoiler: ditch the heavy coat), how Alaska’s long daylight messes with your sleep, and tips for saving money on everything from glacier visits to unique souvenirs. **Alaska Cruise Port Guides** https://www.profmelissa.com/blog?tag=alaska **Seattle Cruise Port Guide** https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/seattle Product Recommendation: **Keychain pocket watch** https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr_melissa_newman/photo/amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.8fa48197-a2c2-41df-a8b2-53fc0172f8bf?ref_=aip_sf_photo_spv_s_ofs_mixed_d&ccs_id=2d94ed93-970e-4bea-97ab-abc1cc6e20d7 **Sunglasses** https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756W8BRS?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzmeli05a2-20&creativeASIN=B0756W8BRS&asc_item-id=amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.bfad4bbe-ebf4-484a-8e5a-80d246c18bba&ref_=aip_sf_asn_tr_ofs_d_qv_asin&th=1 **CHAPTERS** (0:31) How can Alaska time zones mess up your entire trip? (1:49) What’s the deal with the midnight sun—and how can you actually sleep? (3:35) What should you really pack for Alaska (and what should stay home)? (5:45) Inside Passage or Gulf of Alaska—what’s the difference? (7:33) When is the best (and cheapest) time to cruise Alaska? (8:37) How can you experience Alaska’s native culture during your cruise? (10:06) What are the best free things to do in Ketchikan? (13:41) Is the Skagway train ride worth the hype—or should you explore on foot? (16:33) Why does your cruise stop in Victoria—and what can you do in a short visit? (18:42) How can you visit Mendenhall Glacier without paying cruise excursion prices? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳️ Get my Travel Insurance Guide for Cruisers: https://profmel.com/insurance 🛳️ Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳️ Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳️ Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳️ Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳️ Grab my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planner: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳️ Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professormelissa ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️