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All About Alaska: Discovering the Inside Passage with Alaskan Dream Cruises

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Alaska ยท Summer ยท 8 nightsFrom SitkaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're going to tell you the top things to do in Sitka. We're going to tell you what to do in Ketchikan and also big cruises versus small ship cruises in the last frontier or the 49th state.

You'll discover what makes this native owned, family operated cruise line unique and why their ships can access places that big cruise lines cannot reach.

Overall, the cruise season is May through September.

If you can swing a deluxe room, go for it because that extra square footage really matters.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Bring waterproof boots or treat lightweight boots for waterproofing.
โœ“Bring a raincoat, waterproof pants, and warm layers underneath.
โœ“Bring slippers for cabin comfort.
โœ“Bring your own binoculars for wildlife watching.
โœ“Consider a telephoto lens for camera wildlife photography.
โœ“Extend your stay in Sitka or Ketchikan before or after the cruise.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Seasickness โ€” The Inside Passage isn't very rocky, but consider bringing motion sickness remedies like relief bands.
Cabin size and comfort โ€” Deluxe rooms offer more space; consider cabin height if tall, and bring slippers for comfort.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat makes Alaskan Dream Cruises unique?
QWhat is the daily life like on a small ship cruise in Alaska?
QWhat should you pack for an Alaskan cruise?
QWhat is the itinerary for the Inside Passage with Alaskan Dream Cruises?
QHow does small ship cruising compare to big ship cruising in Alaska?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Native-led hike and cultural tour
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Top: Orca Point Lodge
Ketchikan3ยฝ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

As part of our All About Alaska series, we share our experiences with Alaskan Dream Cruises, focusing on the unique aspects of small ship cruising in the 49th state. We discuss the authentic Alaskan experience, the Baranof Dream ship, daily life onboard, wildlife watching, pricing, dining options, entertainment, itinerary highlights, packing tips, and the benefits of extending your stay in Alaska. During this episode, we reference: โ€ข Photos of the Alaskan Dream Cruises ship and the Inside Passage Sojourn itinerary: - https://sometimessailing.com/alaskan-dream-cruises-review-adventure-on-small-ships/ - https://sometimessailing.com/experience-on-alaskan-dream-cruises-inside-passage-sojourn/ โ€ข Amazon Alaska Packing List (including the essentials you need to stay warm, even during summer): https://amzn.to/42LiM3z โ€ข You'll want to bring your own pair of high-quality binoculars: https://sometimessailing.com/best-binoculars-for-alaska-antarctica-cruise-leupold-bx-2-alpine-hd-review/ โ€ข Be sure to travel with anti-nausea solutions, just in case you get seasick (better to have and not need than need and not have): https://sometimessailing.com/anti-nausea-medication-cruise-sea-sickness-solutions/ โ€ขย Bring a telephoto camera lens. Buy the one they suggest in their Amazon Alaska packing list (a fantastic, well-priced lens) and rent a lens from KEH for your trip. If you rent a lens, sure to select the most coverage for rental insurance for the duration of your expedition cruise: https://amzn.to/42LiM3z As Amazon Associates, we earn on qualifying purchases. Some trips and experiences are hosted. We may make a commission on affiliate links in this description.