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Valdez on Your Own - What to Do on Your Day in Port

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👁️ 5K views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 33:15
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Alaska · SummerVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

so we're getting off the ship today in the port of valdez alaska

it's beautiful scenery though except last time we came it was covered with snow on all those mountains

we decided to cross the river janet thinks she saw a bear out there

the valdezians apparently made the crew food because it's the last time the valdez or the orion is coming to valdez this summer

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Take the free shuttle bus to the museum if you have a ticket.
✓Walk the Richardson Highway path for a peaceful experience away from the highway noise.
✓Visit the Maxine and Jesse Whitney Museum for a family-friendly experience.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding salmon and wildlife — Walk the Richardson Highway path to a creek for salmon viewing; bears may be seen but are not guaranteed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat can I do on my own during a port stop in Valdez, Alaska?
QHow do I get around Valdez without a guided tour?
QWhat are the must-see attractions in Valdez?

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YouTube Video Description↓

We make a port stop in Valdez, Alaska. This is our second time in the same year visiting Valdez. This time we came on the Viking Orion. This video was recorded in August 2019.