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Need to Know Tips for cruising Alaska!

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've been to Alaska twice once with Disney and once with Princess I've learned a lot and I have a lot to share to make your cruise that much better

Alaska is an amazing State an unusual State a place that not everybody is going to see in their lifetime Alaska has a lot to offer it's beautiful it's full of Wildlife

I personally don't feel that a balcony is essential to your enjoyment on your Alaska cruise

Port excursions are an amazing way to get out get away from Port and see some of the Wilderness in Alaska

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Pack layers no matter what time of year you're going
✓Plan early for Alaska cruises, ideally 1 to 2 years out
✓Book Port excursions early as they fill up fast
✓Fly into your cruise at least the day before to avoid travel issues
✓Bring seasick medication even if you never need it

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Is a balcony room essential? — No, interior cabins are fine if a balcony is out of budget
Port excursions are expensive — Budget for them, but it's okay to skip and enjoy the ports
Weather unpredictability — Be flexible and have a plan B
Going solo to Alaska — Go solo, you'll fit in and have a wonderful time

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs a balcony essential for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat to pack for an Alaska cruise?
QAre Port excursions always expensive?
QHow to handle weather unpredictability on an Alaska cruise?
QIs it fun to cruise Alaska solo?

Topics Covered

Excursions3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony1½ Happy BaconCabin Interior2 Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy BaconSafety Medical2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Ketchikan4½ Happy Bacon
Haines4 Happy Bacon
Skagway4 Happy Bacon
Top: Cochell Wildlife Animal Sanctuary tour
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YouTube Video Description↓

What to pack? What to know? Are excursions always THIS expensive? Is a balcony essential? In this video, you'll get quick tips for planning, packing, choosing your stateroom, the low-down on excursions, and tips for special spots to visit while cruising The Last Frontier! Do you have a tip for your fellow Alaska cruiser? If so, please leave a comment! Thank you and enjoy!