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Helicopter Ride and Dog Sledding on the Mendenhall Glacier from Juneau, AK (Alaskan Cruise)

Happily Ever After, Etc.
Happily Ever After, Etc.
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👁️ 7K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 22:28
What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)AlaskaFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm very excited my dad's never been on a cruise before we had a c day yesterday and he is still adapting but he's very excited to get to Alaska in his his favorite state

I was worried that the helicopter was going to be ace scarier and B really make me motion sick and definitely at the last couple minutes we were on the helicopter about 15 minutes one way last couple minutes when they were Landing was the worst but other than that I was perfectly fine

the dogs were great though in our musher Caitlyn was very knowledgeable she said that she has 35 of the dogs up there are hers her responsibility she feeds them takes care of them she picks her own team every day

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring a seasick patch or medication if you have motion sickness, especially for helicopter rides.
Wear glacier boot covers provided for the excursion.
Plan to be back at the dock by the scheduled tour time, as the ship may move.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Motion sickness on helicopterUse a seasick patch and medication; the landing was the worst part but manageable.
First cruise for dadHe was excited but adapting; the excursion helped him enjoy Alaska.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to take a helicopter ride and dog sledding on the Mendenhall Glacier from Juneau?
QHow does the excursion work with the ship's docking and water taxi?
QWhat should first-timers know about motion sickness and the experience?

Topics Covered

Port Destination2½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Juneau2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Helicopter ride and dog sledding on Mendenhall Glacier
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Ready for our first cruise port? Today we're stopping in Juneau, Alaska and taking a water taxi to the port. Then we have a few hours to look around the port before our very first excursion: a helicopter ride to the Mendenhall Glacier to go dog sledding! CHECK OUT THE PLAYLIST FOR THIS ALASKAN CRUISE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkYC0JwDh4CZBvxvCGCj7oNXpZxWjrzoP CHECK OUT MY EUROPEAN CRUISE PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOAigUAGE0Q&list=PLkYC0JwDh4CZVSdsn6--GvWKP6Fwe58Cs 6 Day Alaskan Cruise Itinerary: Day 1: Embarkation Day (Seattle) Day 2: Day at Sea Day 3: Juneau, Alaska Day 4: Tracy Arm Fjord (Sea Day) Day 5: Ketchikan, Alaska Day 6: Victoria, Canada Day 7: Seattle I'm Betsy, Home Decor Enthusiast, Yorkie Mama, Crafter, Blogger, Picky Eater, Chief Mess Maker, Antique Hoarder and Graphic Designer. I'm a first-time home buyer so you can generally find me working on (attacking with a paintbrush) the 3 bed, 2 bath I now call home! Let's face it... this life may be crazy but I believe that a little bit of elbow grease goes a long way... and passion makes just about anything possible. CHECK OUT MY AMAZON SHOP: https://www.amazon.com/SHOP/HAPPILYEVERAFTERETC For more Resin, Home Decor, Crafts and Organizing: VISIT THE BLOG: https://happilyeverafteretc.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/HappilyEverAfterEtc/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/HappilyEverAEtc/happily-ever-after-etc/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/happilyeverafteretc/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/HappilyEverAEtc Disclaimer: I purchase most of the products in my videos myself, but sometimes I am lucky to receive products to try and review products sent by brands. I will always give my honest opinion of any product. I also share affiliate links from time to time, these links give me a commission with no added cost to you. Sponsorships & affiliate links help me continue to support my family while I work on the blog and videos! Thank you for your support.