Ketchikan Excursions If you’re cruising to Ketchikan, get ready to visit one of Alaska’s most unforgettable ports. Dubbed “Alaska’s First City” and the “Salmon Capital of the World,” this city offers some of the most unique tours in all of Alaska! But with so many tours to choose from and only a few hours in…
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10 Wildlife Species to See on an Alaskan Cruise (and exactly where to spot them!)
If you’re taking an Alaska cruise, you don’t need to book a bunch of wildlife excursions to have amazing animal encounters. One of my favorite things about growing up in Southeast Alaska is that the wildlife is just a part of everyday life. You’ll often see bald eagles perched in the trees, seals bobbing in…
The 10 Alaska Cruise Excursions You Need to Book Today!
When you set out on an Alaska cruise, your trip will be packed with incredible scenery, but the excursions are where the real adventure begins. Whether you’re dreaming of watching humpback whales breach just feet from your boat, landing on a glacier by helicopter, or soaring over Misty Fjords in a floatplane, Alaska offers bucket…
Advice from a Local: How to Pack for an Alaska Cruise
Hi there! I’m Ella, and I grew up in Ketchikan, Alaska. Year after year, I would watch literally millions of cruise ship passengers arrive either perfectly prepared or freezing and cold because they packed all the WRONG gear for Southeast Alaska. I get the confusion. Alaska is a big place, but to be best prepared…
8 Must-Try Foods on Your Alaska Cruise (and exactly where to find them!)
Set Sail on a Culinary Adventure! Maybe you booked an Alaska cruise for the wildlife, or maybe it was for the unbelievable scenery. Well, after your visit, the food might be the reason you book a trip back. Southeast Alaska is known for its abundance of wild seafood, but you might be surprised to discover…
10 things you should do BEFORE your first adventure + poetry to spark wanderlust
Every adventure starts out with the unknown. Minimize the avoidable mishaps by reading the 10 things I wish I knew before my first adventure. #1 – Buy a wall adapter! This is an absolute must for those traveling overseas. What a shock it was when my phone was at 3% at the hotel in the…