Wildlife, Glacier Bay & National Parks Explained | Alaska Cruise Guide
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Glacier Bay is a pristine national park and it's just so stunning and only two ships are allowed in each day.
We do something called glacier day where it's built into their scenic, it's built into their cruising itinerary.
Thanks to Holland America's long history in the region, we get more permits to this park than any other cruise line.
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In this episode of our Alaska Cruise Guide series, we dive into one of the biggest reasons travelers dream about Alaska: the wildlife, glaciers, and national parks. Joined by longtime Alaska tour directors Jen and Dana from Holland America Line, we talk about Alaska’s “Big Five” wildlife sightings on land and sea, what Glacier Day is really like, why Glacier Bay National Park is such a sought-after experience, and what makes cruising Alaska so different from other destinations. We also cover: ❄️ Glacier calving and scenic cruising 🐋 Whales, sea otters, bears, moose, and more 🏔️ Denali National Park & Alaska’s UNESCO sites 🚢 Why midsize ships matter in Alaska 📍 Excursions like glacier landings, flightseeing, and wildlife tours Whether you’re planning your first Alaska cruise or deciding which itinerary is right for you, this episode is packed with insights from people who spend their summers guiding travelers through Alaska and the Yukon. 🎥 Part of our ongoing Alaska Cruise Guide series. Talk with your Go Travel advisor before booking your next cruise so we can guide you to the right ship with the right amenities for your family. Or visit GoTravel.com to connect with a specialist today. Plus... when you book with Go Travel, you'll receive exclusive savings and amenities on select sailings! 🌍 CONNECT WITH A SPECIALIST Click below to start your travel planning journey: http://gotravel.com/youtube/inquiry 🚢 DISCOVER HOLLANDAMERICA Click here to start learn more about the onboard experience with Celebrity Cruises: https://hollandamericaline.mytravelsite.com/?agency=3332 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR VIP MAILING LIST Click below to sign-up for free for our weekly e-newsletters. Plus, you'll be entered into our travel sweepstakes! https://gotravel.com/sweepstakes ✏️ TRAVEL INSURANCE Click here to get a free and customized online quote for travel insurance. If you love the quote, you can book it right then and there! https://gotravel.com/insurance 🙋♀️ JOIN OUR TEAM We are looking for experienced travel advisors, corporate travel planners, as well as passionate individuals who would like to get started in the travel industry. Whether you are an industry veteran or brand new to travel, we would love to chat with you about joining our team of expert travel designers. Click below to connect with us! https://gotravelcareers.com/ 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Alaska's Big Five Land Animals 00:56 – Alaska's Big Five Marine Animals 02:32 – Holland America's Glacier Guarantee 03:30 – Is Glacier Bay worth it? 06:00 – Dutch Pea Soup 07:05 – Glacier Excursions 08:48 – National Parks #AlaskaCruise #HollandAmerica #GoTravel