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First Alaska Cruise | What It’s REALLY Like 🛳️ (Discovery Princess)

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❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Summer · 16 nightsFrom SeattleOccasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This is going to be a 16-day cruise. So, in this video, we're going to be showing you the six days that we're going through Alaska

It was not as spectacular as all the photos and, you know, high equipment camera make it out to look, but I'm hoping for more on this trip around Alaska

We really appreciated it today. But that is the end of our Alaska adventure. I hope you enjoyed it

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a helicopter tour to a glacier for a life-changing experience
Try the Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour for an authentic Alaskan experience
Take advantage of sea days to explore the ship and relax before cold weather sets in

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Luggage deliveryDrop off luggage for delivery instead of carrying it on board
Cold weather preparationSoak up sunshine on sea days before temperatures drop in Alaska

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to experience a first Alaska cruise?
QWhat activities and tours are available in Alaska ports?
QHow does the Discovery Princess compare to other cruise ships?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy BaconExcursions4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4½ Happy BaconEmbarkation3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Whittier3½ Happy Bacon
Juneau4½ Happy Bacon
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Ketchikan4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

In this Alaska cruise vlog, we share what it’s really like to experience our first Alaska cruise, sailing from Seattle, Washington to Ketchikan, Juneau, and Whittier with Princess Cruises aboard the Discovery Princess. This unforgettable Alaska cruise marks a huge milestone for us — visiting our 50th state and completing a journey we started over a decade ago. Join us as we take in Alaska’s breathtaking scenery, spot wildlife, and navigate all the surprises that come with a first-time Alaska cruise experience. 00:26 Embarkation Day — Seattle, Washington 01:07 Large Balcony Stateroom Tour — Discovery Princess 04:56 Northern Lights in Alaska 06:11 Ketchikan Alaska — Crab Fishermen Tour 10:32 Mendenhall Glacier — Helicopter Tour & Guided Walk 13:48 Hubbard Glacier — Scenic Cruise 15:13 Whittier, Alaska https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOAZECRI8cs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfOZRxwX3Ow&list=PLpqJFyT0tg-Ih2pAtv9-Icz8tqkAzepXy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4HAflP54Po *Official Website* https://weretherussos.com *Newsletter Sign Up* https://bit.ly/wtrsignup *Books by We're the Russos* https://amzn.to/48bzWcK *Book a Call with Joe* Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let’s see if booking a 60 minute session with Joe is the right fit for you. https://weretherussos.ck.page/callwithjoe Joe and Kait have been sharing their travel adventures and tips since 2015. For travel guides, essential gear and tips from the road visit https://weretherussos.com and youtube.com/weretherussos ========================= © We're the Russos, LLC 2025. All Rights Reserved. ========================= - Disclosures - We’re the Russos is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. #cruise #princesscruises #weretherussos