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All Things Wagner
All Things Wagner
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👁️ 426 views📅 1 months ago⏱️ 55:05
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❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Spring · 10 nightsFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're also going to tell you a little bit about how we choose a hotel and how we travel. The formula.

The one that's talked about all the time is they will get you back to the ship in time. You will not be left in port.

We fell in love with Alaska. Yeah, we absolutely love it.

YouTube is your best friend for research on hotels and shore excursions.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book excursions through the cruise line to ensure the ship waits for you.
Compare prices between cruise line and third-party excursion vendors.
Use Trip Advisor and YouTube to research hotels and excursions.
For Alaska, consider booking an excursion even if it's a port you've visited before.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being left behind by the ship if an excursion runs late.Book excursions through the cruise line; they will wait for you.
Choosing the right excursion in Alaska.Check cruise line offerings first, then compare with third-party vendors like Alaska Shore Excursions.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do I pick a cruise excursion?
QHow do I find a good hotel in my cruise port?
QWhat are the benefits of booking excursions through the cruise line?
QWhat should I consider when choosing a hotel for a cruise departure city?

Topics Covered

Excursions2½ Happy BaconCabin Suite4 Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony3 Happy BaconBooking Process3 Happy BaconPort Destination2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Barcelona3 Happy Bacon
Juneau2 Happy Bacon
Top: Whale Watching
Ketchikan2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Lumberjack Show
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YouTube Video Description

We share info about our 3 upcoming cruises (two are brand new cruise lines for us) and excursions we have booked on those cruises. We'll also share TIPS on how to pick a cruise excursion AND how to find a good hotel in your cruise port. As travel vloggers and educators, we are excited to share our experiences with you. We feature land and sea travel, new and old cruise ships, excursions, hotel reviews, all kinds of delicious food, and much more for your next vacation. SUBSCRIBE for all the fun! TRAVEL AGENT PARTNER: Cindy Van Kirk: cindyvk@grouptravelsociety.com 980-210-9378 ext. 5 ALASKA PLAYLIST (INCLUDES EXCURSION AND PORT VLOGS) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLewx1WicEH9Io0ffyMK1gLuYDLZT7t3kX Our AMAZON storefront with travel gear and clothing!! https://www.amazon.com/shop/allthingswagner?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_aipsfallthingswagner_6V0D8B7CT1VFD2BC8V3H WEBSITE WITH MERCH!! https://www.allthingswagner.com/ Join our FaceBook Travel Group for more fun: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1194147471317255 For collabs or business inquiries, contact us at allthingswagner@email.com. For general cruise/travel questions, post in comments under the video or join our FaceBook group linked above. #alaskacruise #cruisetips #hoteltips