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Disney's Alaska Cruise is VERY Different! Our First Time Sailing to Alaska!

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Ordinary Adventures
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👁️ 234K views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 52:54

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first experience on a Disney cruise sailing to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder. They compare this voyage to their previous Caribbean trips, noting a more relaxed atmosphere and different scenery. The video covers various aspects of ship life, including dining at the Cabanas buffet and the upscale Palo restaurant, exploring the Quiet Cove adult area, and visiting the spa for various thermal treatments. They also showcase exclusive Alaska-themed merchandise available on board, such as spirit jerseys and themed accessories. A primary goal for the trip is spotting wildlife, specifically whales, from their veranda or the pool deck. While they encounter challenges like rain and cold temperatures, they highlight unique experiences such as sailing under the Lions Gate Bridge in Vancouver and enjoying the extended daylight hours in the northern latitudes. The creators conclude by reflecting on the cost of Alaskan cruises and expressing excitement for upcoming excursions and further wildlife sightings.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Disney Wonder
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Disney Wonder
Solid Strip

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise Vlog🥉Knowledgeable CreatorSponsored
❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · 7 nightsFrom VancouverVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Everything is different, from the views, to the weather, to a pool deck

I think I'll be spending a lot of time over here, for sure. This ship is just so charming.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Wait an hour after the shops open to avoid insane lines.
If you wear glasses, it is super hard to see out of binoculars.
To see whales, scan the water for puffs of air and look for birds swarming the water.
Try to get to the indoor shows 20-30 minutes early if it is raining.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Wildlife sightingsLook for puffs of air and birds swarming the water to find whales.
Weather/ColdBring warm clothes; the ship provides blankets for the pool deck.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow is a Disney Alaska cruise different from a tropical cruise?
QWhat is the food like on the Disney Wonder in Alaska?
QIs it easy to see wildlife from the ship?
QWhat are the benefits of being a Platinum Castaway Club member?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Juneau2½ Happy Bacon
Vancouver3½ Happy Bacon
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