We Weren't Expecting THIS in Ketchikan, Alaska

Hello friends and welcome back to Mrs. Karnes and Me! Today's alaska travel adventure takes us to Ketchikan, where we had some unexpected encounters despite the rain. Join us in this alaska vlog as we explore the town and discover interesting things to do, even encountering a unique "Sourdough Cab." This cruise vlog highlights the harbor with its docked boats and the beautiful natural landscape of Ketchikan, Alaska. We got SO lucky in Ketchikan, Alaska… and what we experienced was something even our guide said he had NEVER seen before! On this rainy day in Ketchikan—known as the Rain Capital of Alaska with over 150 inches of rain each year—we set out to explore this charming coastal town. From Creek Street and the famous salmon ladder to quirky local shops and “liquid sunshine,” Ketchikan quickly showed us why it’s called Alaska’s First City. But the real adventure began when we headed into the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary, part of the Tongass National Forest—the largest temperate rainforest in the world. What started as a peaceful nature hike turned into an unforgettable wildlife encounter… 🐻 A mother bear and her cubs 🐟 A dramatic salmon catch 🔥 And a rare moment our guide said he’s never witnessed in 8 years This was one of those travel days you simply can’t plan—and one we will never forget. If you love Alaska cruises, wildlife encounters, and real travel adventures, this is one you don’t want to miss! 📍 What we did in Ketchikan: Explored Creek Street (historic red light district) Watched salmon at the Ketchikan Creek ladder Visited local shops and the famous Salmon Market Took a rainforest hike at Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary Experienced an unforgettable bear encounter 🚢 Cruise Details: Sailing with Silversea Cruises aboard the Silver Moon 👍 Join us! If you enjoy travel, cruising, and discovering new destinations, be sure to like, subscribe, and follow along for more adventures! ⏱️ CHAPTERS (optimized for search + retention) 00:00 Intro – Rainy Ketchikan Alaska 00:30 Exploring Ketchikan in the Rain 02:00 Creek Street & Salmon Ladder 04:30 Quirky Shops & Salmon Market 06:30 Back to Ship for Breakfast 08:00 Heading to the Rainforest Sanctuary 09:30 Hiking in the Tongass National Forest 11:00 Unexpected Bear Sighting 13:30 Mother Bear & Cubs Feeding 15:00 Rare Bear Encounter & Showdown 17:00 Exploring the Sanctuary & Totems 18:30 Leaving Ketchikan #Ketchikan #AlaskaCruise #BearEncounter #AlaskaTravel #Wildlife #CruiseLife #TongassNationalForest #TravelVlog