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Quantum of the Seas | Sitka without an Excursion! | Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise

Let’s Get Wanderlost
Let’s Get Wanderlost
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What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Summer · 7 nightsFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're on a seven night Alaska cruise aboard Quantum of the Seas and today is our first port stop and we're in Sitka.

I can't recommend Beak enough. They're an excellent restaurant for a lunch on your day in port in Sitka.

We highly recommend picking a itinerary with Sitka on there because it's just incredible.

It's always nice to have a little variety.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Select your shuttle time slot early to avoid delays.
βœ“Check the best time to see whales at Whale Park.
βœ“Pay attention to the drink of the day and happy hour specials for discounted drinks.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing how to get from port to downtown β€” Use the free shuttle from the port to downtown; select a time slot via email before the cruise.
Weather in Sitka β€” Sitka is part of a rainforest, so expect rain; bring appropriate gear.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat can you do in Sitka without booking a cruise line excursion?
QHow do you get from the port to downtown Sitka?
QWhat are some recommended restaurants and activities in Sitka?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Sitka4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Independent exploration
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Discover Sitka on our Alaska Cruise! Join us as we explore Sitka, Alaska, one of our favorite Alaska cruise ports, entirely on our own. This is our second time in Sitka, and this time we're sailing aboard Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas on a 7-night Alaska itinerary out of Seattle. In this video, we take you along for everything we did in Sitka without booking a cruise line excursion. We started our day by climbing Castle Hill and learning about the history of Baranof Castle, a spot with incredible views and fascinating significance. From there, we headed to lunch at BEAK Restaurant, where we had one of the best meals of the trip. Everything is locally sourced and absolutely delicious. Afterward, we explored the shops in downtown Sitka, picking up a few souvenirs and enjoying the local charm. Then we made the scenic walk over to Sitka National Historic Park, where we admired the impressive totem poles and hiked through the lush, peaceful rainforest. We also share what we loved about Sitka, what we wish we had time for, and offer practical tips to help you make the most of your day in port. #AlaskaCruise #SitkaAlaska #RoyalCaribbean #QuantumOfTheSeas #AlaskaPortDay #Cruise #CruiseTips #ExploreSitka #CruiseVacation Once we got back on board Quantum of the Seas, the fun continued. We jumped into a round of bumper cars at the SeaPlex, grabbed some amazing cocktails, and enjoyed β€œTaste of Asia” night in the main dining room. We ended the evening with the always hilarious Love and Marriage Show and took in the stunning late-night views from our balcony. This cruise also included stops in Juneau, Skagway, and Victoria, BC, and we had an unforgettable time. If you’re planning an Alaska cruise or wondering what to do in Sitka, this video is for you! If you'd like to see more from this trip including our stateroom tour and what we did in Seattle before this cruise, check out our playlist! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2EHNggtb_rDPzUhP69xjXrjE1t7TMphR&si=uO1z71hJ_8_A7zS7 This Cruise was on Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas! https://www.royalcaribbean.com ​⁠ Royal Caribbean | Dining and Beverage Packages | 2025 UPDATE https://youtu.be/zqGz7LjZqP4 Want to know more about the coffee situation on Royal Caribbean ships? https://youtu.be/0Qqp5mAG5T4?si=VTwM3C-B8Dg6lUPP Affiliate Links (We may earn commission for purchases made through the below links.): If you want more information about any of the items we talked about in this video, we have them listed on our Amazon Affiliate storefront. https://www.amazon.com/shop/letsgetwanderlost?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_B417A5XCHGAZ4KWD0MYR_2&language=en-US For More Recommendations and Travel guides, check out our page on Plannin! https://plann.in/l8OROr Shore Excursions Group - http://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1780806&data=lgwanderlost@gmail.com If you liked this video, please "Like" it and Subscribe for more!