Introduction

Cruising in Alaska means thundering glaciers, temperate rainforests, rugged coastlines, majestic peaks, untamed wildlife, and so much more. And todays cruise ships are designed to enhance this extraordinary scenery – so the journey to each port of call is half the fun.

Thousands of balcony staterooms afford cruisers panoramic access to Alaskas great outdoors. Spot bald eagles soaring by, killer whales breaching, and grizzlies grazing along the shore. Ease into the warmth of an outdoor whirlpool and watch glacier floes tumble into the sea. See an unforgettable sunset and savor a gourmet dinner in the comfort of a luxurious shipboard restaurant . And, just before bed, gaze up at a canopy of stars from a seat on your staterooms private balcony.

Alaska Holidays

Alaska Hotels

Alaska Flights

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Attractions

Alaska Cruise Attractions

With the glamour of Broadway-style musical productions, hilarious comedians, live musicians, cooking and wine classes, even professional ice-skating shows on some ships, youll never be bored. Theres nothing like the excitement of a winning hand at poker or a slot machine paying off. Try your luck in the Las Vegas-style casinos.

During the day visit the fitness club offering the best equipment and all the latest classes, like yoga and pilates. Jog your morning mile in the middle of the ocean. Work on your swing in the golf simulators. Or pick up a game of basketball in the shadow of Alaskan glaciers.

Visit the onboard Spa treat yourself to a pedicure or facial, or go for something you have never tried before, like a seaweed wrap or aroma stone therapy massage. Soothe your body, smooth your skin and send your mind to a sensory heaven. While ashore you could walk on a glacier in Juneau, the capital of Alaska that got popular for the gold rush.

A helicopter and float trip lands you on either Mendenhall or Norris Glacier. Aside from the spectacular views, float trips often include lunches of smoked salmon and reindeer sausage.

In Ketchikan, get lucky trying your hands at gold panning or make your way to the restored gold rush era streets and Creek Street, the row of buildings on pilings over a stream which houses boutiques, eateries, and the infamous Dolly’s House Known as Alaska’s First City, visitors can’t help but notice the many totem poles that dot Ketchikan’s landscape.

Flyover sightseeing tours of Misty Fjords are extremely popular. The majestic beauty of the fjords, waterfalls, and rugged tree covered mountains are capped by landing on a serene lake in the wilderness. A salmon hatchery tour is a great attraction in this Salmon capital of the World.

 

Check some amazing videos of Cruisig in Alaska:

Royal Caribbean - Alaska Cruise and Tours

Alaska Cruise Ship Vacation - Carnival Cruise Line

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Restaurants

Restaurants in Alaska Cruise

The ships offer an array of Fine Dining options, while dining in the Main Restaurant experience the masterful cuisine, exceptional service and sweeping views in a most refined dining atmosphere. Or enjoy the same world-class cuisine in a more relaxed environment called the Casual Dining, open almost around the clock, it offers great food, spectacular views and an attentive wait staff, all in a casual atmosphere.

Besides the Cruise lines also offer speciality restaurants like the Italian Portofino and Chops Grille on Royal Caribbean, Murano Restaurant onboard Celebrity’s Century, named for the island of Murano near Venice, Italy, where glass-blowing has been a fine art and tradition, SS United States Restaurant aboard Celebrity’s Infinity featuring actual glass panels from the original ship that established a new speed record for transatlantic crossing in 1952.

Alaska’s seafood is world renowned for its quality and abundance, and you’ll find it featured prominently on menus at all ports. One of the most unique culinary experiences is a genuine Alaska salmon bake. These buffet-style feasts offer grilled salmon and other seafood along with salads, breads and desserts featuring Alaska ingredients and traditions. The wild berries and gigantic veggies, grown massive under the midnight sun, make excellent complements to the world’s best wild seafood. A visit to Alaska is not complete without at least one salmon-bake dinner.

Some popular restaurants are the Gold Creek Salmon Bake, Mount Roberts Tramway, Mount Roberts Tramway in Juneau In Skagway, The Red Onion Saloon is the spot in town to wet your whistle at the turn-of-the-century mahogany bar and the Skagway Salmon Bake At Liarsville.

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Shopping

Alaska Cruise Shopping

 

Who knew there was such great shopping in the middle of the ocean? Youll find everything from unique jewelery and souvenirs to any toiletries you may have forgotten to pack. Plus, everything is available tax- and duty-free, with a savings of up to 25% off U.S. retail prices.

If you are looking to add to your collection, you might find just what you are looking for at one of the onboard art auctions. If browsing is more your style, walk through the onboard art and photo galleries or take a guided tour of the ship with the onboard art auctioneer.

No visit to Alaska would be complete without a souvenir to remember it by. Wherever you go, youll find unique Alaskan products and crafts. These can include:
• Gold nugget jewelery and items carved from ivory and jade
• Handmade clothing and toys
• Collectors items made from animal skins, fur or bone
• Woven baskets of beach grass, bark or baleen
• Alaskan delicacies – canned and smoked salmon, wild berry products and reindeer sausage
• Native seal oil candles, beaded mittens, fur mukluks and miniature hand carved totem poles

 

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