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You're Missing the BEST Part of an Alaska Cruise or Any Cruise

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👁️ 295 views📅 2 weeks ago⏱️ 10:53
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AlaskaFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Definitely get a balcony when you go to Alaska. There's just something special about watching a ship sail away and leave the port or seeing the sun disappear over the ocean.

There's nothing worse than missing a beautiful sunset because your battery died or your memory card filled up.

I'll be honest, there's been many times I've been sitting in the main dining room or watching a show wondering if my GoPro was still attached or or floating in the ocean somewhere.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Research ship balcony layouts on YouTube to find mounting locations and determine the best side of the ship for port views.
Back up your footage every night in case the camera is lost.
Don't sell older GoPro models; they are still great for time-lapse and sail-away shots.
Ensure batteries are fully charged and storage is available before filming.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing the right cabin for viewsWatch YouTube videos of specific ships to see balcony layouts and determine which side offers the best views for arriving and departing ports.
Losing equipment overboardUse secure mounts like jaw clamps and always back up your footage nightly.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can I capture cinematic sail-away and sunset videos on a cruise?
QWhat are the best camera mounts for a cruise ship balcony?
QWhich side of the ship should I book for the best views in Alaska?
QHow do I prevent losing my camera on a cruise balcony?

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Juneau5 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Planning an Alaska cruise or any cruise? Before you sail, learn how to capture breathtaking sail-aways, stunning sunsets, Glacier Bay, Juneau, Ketchikan, and the incredible scenery that makes Alaska one of the world’s most beautiful cruise destinations. In this video, I share my complete GoPro filming setup, the mounts I trust, and the camera techniques I use to create cinematic time-lapse and TimeWarp videos from my cruise ship balcony. I’ll also show you how Heather and I choose the best cabin location to capture amazing views while arriving and departing each port. Whether you’re cruising with Royal Caribbean, Princess, Holland America, Norwegian, Celebrity, Carnival, or another cruise line, these tips will help you create unforgettable vacation memories. In this video you’ll learn: • My favorite GoPro mounts for cruise balconies • How to safely mount your camera • TimeWarp and time-lapse filming tips • How to choose the best cabin location • The best Alaska moments to capture • Why you should never leave an older GoPro sitting at home My favorite moments to film include: 🚢 Sail Away from Seattle 🏔️ Cruising through Glacier Bay National Park 🌄 Juneau mountain scenery 🦅 Ketchikan waterfront 🌅 Beautiful Alaska sunsets 🚢 Arrivals and departures from every port If this video helps you plan your Alaska cruise, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future cruise tips, travel adventures, and gear reviews from Harris Family Adventures. #AlaskaCruise #CruiseTips #GoPro #TravelVlog Cameras Shot on DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro: https://amzn.to/4jd09vw Newer Version - DJI Osmo Action 6: https://amzn.to/3NVXtc1 Shot on GoPro Hero 12: https://amzn.to/48wShB Newer Version - GoPro Hero 13: https://amzn.to/4bCo9Iu Newer Version - GoPro Mission 1Pro: https://amzn.to/43Jlk2Y DJI OSMO Nano: https://amzn.to/4qGJrsS DJI Mic Mini: https://amzn.to/49m5WvO 3-Way Selfie Stick: https://amzn.to/3Jyyoyx GoPro Batteries: https://amzn.to/44AWW2f DJI Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4e2gWRv Xtra Muse Edge (same as Pocket 3): https://amzn.to/43GMY0u Carry Case Carrying Travel Bag for GoPro: https://amzn.to/4jvGpnw Camera Mounts Jaws Clamp Mount Gooseneck Mount for action cameras: https://amzn.to/4nZkgBo Joby GorillaPod Tripod: https://amzn.to/3Xm3U8R SmallRig clamp mount with articulating arm: https://amzn.to/4agJs0Q Cruise Essentials: Travel USB charger: https://amzn.to/3G8YgCs European travel plug adapter: https://amzn.to/3G74z9A Holland America Luggage Tags: https://amzn.to/4lBr6f1 Royal Caribbean Luggage Tags: https://amzn.to/4igeTti Carnival Luggage Tags: https://amzn.to/4ifyBoT USB Travel Fan: https://amzn.to/3XXaZyb Disposable Travel Washcloths: https://amzn.to/3G8XDJ6 Cruise magnet hooks: https://amzn.to/3E8xo4V Apple AirTags-4 Pack: https://amzn.to/4lsGdao Hand Wrist Strap Lanyard for phone or camera, 6 Pack: https://amzn.to/3Rfus9q 3 Piece Set Travel Luggage: https://amzn.to/3YpKVM3 Passport Holder: https://amzn.to/3RgqcXm Waterproof 3-Pack Dry Sacks: https://amzn.to/4416Ywl Luggage Scale: https://amzn.to/4inHDA4