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2023 ALASKA CRUISE TIPS for Cabin Booking

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👁️ 27K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 11:36
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AlaskaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

going on an Alaskan cruise is the cruise of a lifetime the views are spectacular the untouched Landscapes are magnificent

the selection of the cabin is more challenging with an Alaskan cruise than with a cruise to another location

having a balcony cabin on a cruise to Alaska is a must and I think that generally that is a good Rule

you can save some money if you book an interior cabin and that may be a good idea for you on an Alaskan cruise especially if you're on a budget

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider a balcony cabin for constant views and privacy on Alaskan cruises.
Book an interior cabin to save money for expensive Alaskan excursions.
Choose an interior cabin if you need complete darkness for sleep due to long daylight hours.
Select an Ocean View cabin for a middle-ground option with a window.
Book on the starboard side when sailing north and port side when sailing south to maximize views.
Check if higher-deck cabins have covered outside entrances to avoid rain exposure.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing the right cabin type for an Alaskan cruiseConsider balcony for views, interior for budget or sleep, Ocean View for a middle option.
Maximizing views based on itinerary directionBook starboard for northbound sailings, port for southbound sailings.
Dealing with rain and crowded decksChoose a balcony or covered outside entrance cabin for privacy and shelter.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key considerations when choosing a cabin for an Alaskan cruise?
QWhy is cabin selection more challenging for Alaskan cruises?
QWhat are the benefits and drawbacks of balcony, interior, and Ocean View cabins?
QHow does itinerary affect which side of the ship to book?
QWhat should you consider about higher-deck cabins and outside entrances?

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We had an amazing Alaska cruise this year! Choices are important when you cruise to Alaska. Itineraries, cruise lines, clothing. And, of course, the cabin selection... In this video we share with you 6 things you need to consider when choosing your stateroom for a cruise to Alaska in 2023. If you have any questions, drop them in the comments below! Want more ALASKA videos? Check out our Alaska playlist! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0avBTbov5I&list=PLYb_yPQQMCwgMA0dO_3L4Ia4uLDlm9y3U Like our video? Please feel free to share it with your friends and facebook groups! Our FREE CRUISE PLANNING GUIDE: https://thetravelscouts.ck.page/b88b9e9648 Our FREE MARDI GRAS CABIN PLANNING GUIDE: https://thetravelscouts.ck.page/ce34315768 Let us HELP YOU BOOK YOUR NEXT CRUISE! Email us at thetravelscouts@gmail.com 🚢Get ready for your next cruise!🚢 Get some awesome CRUISE MERCH: https://amzn.to/3d6HnaN Check out our CRUISE NICE TO HAVES LIST: https://amzn.to/3vQzso1 👦A little about us!👧 Hi! We are Jason and Kellie! We've been married 23 years. We have four awesome children! We were both Army officers! We love Jesus! And, we love life! Travelling the world is what we do! One of the best ways to do that is by ship! Our passion is to give you the best tips, tours, and money saving techniques available! We hope you will subscribe and take the journey with us! 💙Let's be friends!💙 FACEBOOK PRIVATE GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelandcruise FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thetravelscouts/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelscoutsofficial 😎Let us help you book your next cruise😎 Email us for more information: TheTravelScouts@gmail.com or visit www.thetravelscouts.com #alaskacruise