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⚓︎ First Time Alaska Cruiser Tips and Tricks ⚓︎

Arlynn's Travels
Arlynn's Travels
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👁️ 161 views📅 3 weeks ago⏱️ 52:30
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · SummerFrom WhittierVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Alaska literally calls me back again and again and again. It has spoiled me rotten for other cruise itineraries honestly or cruise destinations.

I would highly suggest that you go ahead and get your transfer from the airport or from your hotel with Princess. Do it with Princess.

Always always always always travel the day before your cruise ship is to set sail at least one day if not two if you can swing it.

For me, Alaska is the end all beall of cruising. And I cannot keep away.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Always fly into your cruise port at least one or two days before the ship sets sail to avoid missing the cruise due to flight delays.
Pack in layers because Alaska weather can change rapidly within a single day.
Bring binoculars or a camera with a large zoom lens to see wildlife from the ship.
Use the Princess transfers from the airport to the port for a smoother experience.
Check the Princess Patter or the app for daily activities and naturalist sessions.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the ship due to travel delaysFly in at least one to two days early and stay in a hotel.
What to wearWear layers and bring a high-quality waterproof rain jacket with a hood.
Seeing wildlifeBring binoculars and keep an eye out during scenic cruising and glacier viewing.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the best cruise line for Alaska?
QWhen is the best time of year to cruise Alaska?
QWhat should I pack for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat are the best excursions in Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan?
QIs it worth doing a whale watching excursion off the ship?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Anchorage2 Happy Bacon
Juneau4 Happy Bacon
Top: Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching combined tour
Ketchikan4 Happy Bacon
Top: Lumberjack show
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