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Is Alaska's FAMOUS King Crab Really Worth The Expensive Price Tag?

Travel Spree
Travel Spree
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👁️ 46K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 33:32

Key Moments

Editorial Summary

The creators document a day of exploration in Alaska, beginning with an early morning photo shoot near a glacier while observing icebergs and melting snow from the cruise ship deck. They discuss the changing landscape and the visible effects of global warming on the receding glaciers. After a busy morning on the ship, the group travels to Juneau, where they meet a local guide to visit Mendenhall Glacier. They observe the shrinking ice and the lush, rainy environment, noting the presence of wildlife such as marmots and seals. The journey continues to the Shrine of St. Teresa, a scenic location they describe as feeling like a movie set. Upon returning to the port, the creators visit Tracy's Crab Shack to sample Alaskan king and dungeon crab, concluding that the high price is justified by the quality and texture of the seafood. The day ends with a visit to a local souvenir shop and a fine dining experience at the Eden restaurant on the ship, where they review various courses including lobster and snapper.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Celebrity Edge
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Celebrity Edge
Solid Strip

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise Vlog🥈Expert Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · SummerVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is why Alaska so special I mean who knows hopefully not but a bear can literally pop up right here

this is a perfect day we are officially try going to try to get in at least Tracy's Crab Shack

it was incredible it was honestly the perfect way to spend the day

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a trip to Alaska to experience its life-changing scenery and wildlife
Visit Tracy's King Crab restaurant in Juneau for popular king crab dining
Check out the Alaska souvenir store in Juneau for quality merchandise at good prices

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cold weather during glacier viewingDress in layers; it may be colder than expected
Expensive king crab pricesTry Tracy's Crab Shack; it's popular and worth it for the experience

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Alaska's king crab worth the expensive price tag?
QWhat is it like to visit Juneau on an Alaska cruise?
QHow does the glacier viewing experience compare on this cruise?

Topics Covered

Excursions4½ Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconDining Specialty3½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Juneau4 Happy Bacon
Top: Men Hall Glacier
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