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Discovery Princess Review: Alaska Cruise Excursions, Food, Cabins & Essential Tips!

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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Alaska · Spring · 14 nightsFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're just back from two weeks on Discovery Princess to Alaska's Inside Passage, and I'll be sharing our Alaska cruise excursions and some new tips for Alaska cruising this year and beyond.

This was one that we booked with Princess Cruises. And the reason that we did the float plane in Juno with Princess is because I was very nervous to do a float plane.

You guys, if you do just one thing in Skagway, please, please, please do the White Pass Rail. It is a magical experience.

You guys, this cruise was absolutely amazing for our family. We made memories to last a lifetime.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pack waterproof layers and waterproof shoes for Alaska cruises.
Consider booking a stay at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington for a pre-cruise getaway.
Use Premiere shuttle service for transportation in Seattle.
Book the Taku Lodge float plane excursion through the cruise line for safety.
Try the White Pass Rail in Skagway for a magical experience.
Opt for Port Valet service in Seattle for hassle-free luggage handling.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Nervous about float plane safetyBook float plane excursions directly with the cruise line for added safety.
Not sure what to pack for Alaska weatherPack waterproof layers, waterproof shoes, and motion sickness medication.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best Alaska cruise excursions?
QHow do the Princess Plus and Premiere packages compare?
QWhat is it like to do a back-to-back cruise on the same ship?
QWhat should I pack for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat are the food options on Discovery Princess?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Ketchikan4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Taku Lodge Float Plane
Seattle4 Happy Bacon
Skagway4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Yukon Tour
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YouTube Video Description

Just back from an amazing trip! This time we were on Discovery Princess to Alaska's Inside Passage, and I'm excited to share my Alaska cruise tips. I'll be sharing our Alaska shore excursions and some advice for your cruise travel. VIDEOS MENTIONED: Videos: Alaska Pack with me: https://youtu.be/Z4yHfQ_kAd4 Alaska packed vs wore- https://youtu.be/oVHZ-ZQKbz4 Back to back cruises: https://youtu.be/H_yHkVyCS2s Alaska cruise mistakes to avoid: https://youtu.be/CwBpolwa0T4 More Alaska cruise excursions: https://youtu.be/ih349kQBNFs Our Alaska cruise store: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/AlaskaStore All Amazon Cruise Essentials: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisetipstv Our pre-cruise hotel: https://cruisetipstv.com/seattle-cruisers-lakefront-hotel-solves-a-problem/ PREMIERE airport shuttle Seattle: https://premierairportshuttle.com/ Shore excursions mentioned: Search for excursions here (just plug in your dates): https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1369368 Yukon in Skagway: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/tour/yukon-klondike-adventure-bus-puppy-camp-lunch/aksgklonbus/?id=1369368 Zipline in Ketchikan: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/tour/ketchikan-zipline-adventure-park/akktzipline/?id=1369368 White Pass Rail (boook through your cruise line) Taku Lodge Flightseeing (book through your cruise line) SHORE EXCURSION INFO: Book shore excursions for up to 40% less (guaranteed return to ship!) Enter your cruise ship & dates here: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1369368 Join us on Patreon! ❤️Show your support & get exclusive access to a monthly Zoom call, your name in livestreams, behind-the-scenes photos & life updates, and a private discord channel for our Patrons: https://www.patreon.com/CruiseTipsTV Shop My Cruise Outfits & Follow on LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/CruiseTipsTV CruiseTipsTV Amazon Affiliate Stores US: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisetipstv CA: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/cruisetipstv UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/cruisetipstv 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Our Alaska Cruise Itinerary 01:51 Something different pre cruise in Seattle 04:31 2 very different staterooms 06:41 Princess plus vs premiere 10:13 Food tip & food quality 11:54 Alaska cruise excursions 19:47 Alaska weather & cruise packing tips 20:53 Back to back cruising advantages 22:21 Seattle Port Valet