Located in Alaska, Sitka and Skagway are southeast coastal towns and are often included on an Alaska inside passage cruise. Whether you visit Alaska by road, air, or boat, Skagway vs. Sitka, how to choose between them? Both are relatively…
The Victoria cruise port welcomes numerous cruise ships returning to Seattle from Alaska. Cruise ships sailing to Alaska must dock at a foreign port in accordance with the “Jones Act.” Victoria, BC, is the obvious choice because it can accommodate…
Finding Alaskan cruises which appease both adults and kids can be challenging. The best Alaskan cruise for families have kids’ programs and activities to keep your little ones entertained but provide amenities for adults too. Cruises depart from California, Seattle,…
Cruise passengers have many choices when selecting an Alaskan itinerary. However, my Celebrity Alaska cruise was the most memorable. Maybe it was because it was my first cruise. Or maybe it was due to Celebrity’s amazing service, awesome food choices…
Hubbard Glacier Vs. Glacier Bay National Park? It’s a question asked a lot, especially by first-time visitors planning an Alaska cruise. No doubt, Glacier Bay National Park and Hubbard Glacier provide the best cruise itineraries in Alaska. And you’d be thrilled with…
If you’re cruising on an inside passage Alaska cruise, chances are, you’re stopping in Ketchikan. It’s the most southeastern town in Alaska, and the Ketchikan cruise port can accommodate four cruise ships. While the major berths are downtown, Norwegian Cruise…
Alaska has an abridged cruise season from late April to early October. First-timers usually look for the best cruise option for Alaska and the best month to sail. When planning an Alaska cruise, know that itineraries in July and August command…
Planning an Alaskan cruise can be challenging. Who should you sail with, which ports to visit and which Alaska cruise itinerary is best? In this guide to cruising Alaska, I’ll compare the itineraries so you can find the one that…
Alaska has quickly become a preferred destination, and travelers flock there each summer to admire its beauty and uninterrupted vistas. First-time cruisers often ask, what is the best cruise line for Alaska? There is no single correct answer here. The…
During our Alaska cruise aboard the Cunard Queen Elizabeth, we spent an unforgettable day in Skagway. Of all the excursions available, one stood out as a must-do—the White Pass & Yukon Route railway. As our vintage train climbed into the…