Thinking of an Alaskan vacation? Consider a cruise to explore the vast state of Alaska.
Cruises are becoming more and more popular as a way of vacationing and Alaska is no exception. The state capital of Alaska, Juneau, has no roads so by boat is the only way to go. A cruise to Alaska will give you an opportunity to see humpback whales, Kodiak bears, dog sleds, and even witness glaciers collapsing into the water. We’ve created a list of the great cruises for exploring Alaska.
- Ruby Princess
This cruise line sails from Los Angeles and Seattle. It has 7 or 12-night cruises and stops in lots of Alaskan destinations including Ketchikan, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Victoria, and Juneau. This cruise provides some Alaskan local flavor. You can eat some of the best fresh seafood and meet some of the Deadliest Catch fishermen. You can also meet mountain climbers who’ve scaled Denali. Other activities on the ship include playing with sled dog puppies and even an axe-throwing competition.
- Norwegian Bliss
Norwegian Bliss is based in Seattle. It has a capacity of 4,000. It features a 20,000-square-foot Observation Lounge to enjoy the scenic views in Alaska. This cruise ship is a good option for families as it also has on board a laser tag arena and go-kart track. As part of your cruise experience, you’ll stop for dog sledding in Juneau and Victoria, and Ketchikan. Additional activities you could partake in are, visiting the Klondike Gold Fields, touring Skagway on a train, or whale watching.
- Radiance of the Seas
This is a more modest size cruise line. It’s a great family cruise, offering a variety of dining options and kids programs. Enjoy a movie on the a 200-square-foot outdoor movie screen.
- Alaskan Dream
This cruise ship is a small one, just 40 passengers big. But this special catamaran cruise ship is owned by a native-Alaskan and offers one-of-a-kind options that focus on the glacial landscape and wildlife.
It is advantageous that this small boat is intimate but also because it can go where other large cruise ships cannot. Enjoy the inland exploring Fairbanks, Denali, Anchorage, and Talkeetna. There’s also an option to camp out on Colt Island at a retreat called Orca Point Lodge. Eat locally sourced seafood from wherever you happen to be that day.
- Disney Wonder
As the name implies, this is a family cruise and one of the best-themed cruises. It sails from British Columbia and offers packages for five, seven, or nine nights and travels to Tracy Arm and Ketchikan. Kickoff your vacation with confetti and streamers and Mickey and more! Parents can recharge as there are a lot of activities for the kids to do separately. Also, there are many adults-only bars, nightclubs, a restaurant. The ship also makes a stop to dog sled and pan for gold.
- Safari Endeavor
This popular cruise ship sails from Sitka. It is on the smaller side and its purpose is to provide things to do off the cruise ship. This is a great option for adventurous travelers who want to hike, kayak, hike and more. Use an expert guide so you can learn as you explore. Stops the cruise line take vary but it travels from Sitka to Juneau you’ll be sure to experience glaciers, whales, and bears.
- Holland America Eurodam
This family-oriented ship carries just over 2,000 passengers and sails from Seattle. It offers a lot of special options like cooking classes, concerts and more. It travels to Victoria, Ketchikan, Glacier Bay, Sitka, and Juneau. You can opt to fish, hike, view wildlife and more.
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