You've made the decision to head to Alaska and you know you'd prefer to tour the great state by Cruise. Now the hard decision - how do you know which cruise line to take? We compiled the below list of items that people tend to consider when they are looking to book a cruise. While this list is not exhaustive, it may provide a few items for you to keep in mind. Where the cruise ship departs from and ports (or stops along the cruise)Excursion options once at portFamily friendly & kid activitiesLength of a cruiseOn-ship credit and amenitiesTransportation before ...
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The last time we explored Southeast Alaska via cruise, we hopped aboard Uncruise's small cruise ship that could hold up to approximately 80 people. Our ship, the Safari Endeavor, boasted ocean facing rooms, a lounge, hot tubs, a spa, bar, dining area, library and an open seating area on the top deck. A slice of paradise upon a single ship. What we loved most about our experience with Uncruise was the impeccable service. Every staff member wore more than one hat and had a natural curiosity for the great state of Alaska. Over the course of our cruising week, we ...
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The first time I traveled via the Alaska State Ferry, I wasn't sure what to expect. The online ticket booking website was not the smoothest transaction and I couldn't find much marketing language about the ship or what to expect. But that didn't stop me. As an adventurer at heart, I decided to take my maiden voyage from Juneau to Sitka. A couple of things that I wish I would have known before my first trip: 1. Ferry departure / arrival locations: While the locals know exactly where the ferry disembarks and embarks, I had no idea. Silly mistake, I ...
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If you have a moment to spare while you're visiting Sitka, take a few moments to check out Grandma Tillies Bakery! It's a little bit off of the beaten path (especially for those touring Sitka by Cruise), about 7 minutes from the airport via vehicle, but Grandma Tillies is well-worth the trek! This tiny and delicious bakery offers mouthwatering baked goods and sweets. Grandma Tillies Bakery The bakery itself is tiny. There's a walk-up window but no place to go in. But my goodness - if you're looking for delicious and large baked goods, you don't want to miss this ...
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Petersburg is a small fishing town in Southeast Alaska. Located on Alaska Airlines' flight path, this city has 1 flight into town and 1 flight out of town each day. The Alaska State Ferry also stops here as well as a couple of smaller cruise lines. If you find yourself in this neck of the woods, you're in luck. Albeit small, this city has a lot to offer. Hike the Hungry Point Trail: This 40 minute trail starts at one end of the town and makes its way towards the airport. Well marked and not too challenging, the trail has ...
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One thing that I hear from a lot of travelers is that they want to have a "different experience than everyone else" - but they also want to do the things that their friends / family recommends when they head to Alaska. You can see why this might be tough to accommodate, huh? Awhile ago, someone reached out to me about places that I would recommend in Juneau, Alaska that were slightly off of the beaten path. Yesterday, I came across my initial response and thought I'd share it in case it's helpful. Take a look at a few of ...
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