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Whether it's your first time in Alaska or you're a seasoned traveler, this guide can help you choose the best excursions Alaska has to offer. You can enjoy everything from scenic boat or train tours to exhilarating dog sledding rides&n... READ MORE...
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During your planning process for your trip to Alaska, you might find yourself wondering: Do I really need an excursion in every port? The short answer is no. Most Alaska cruises stop in three or four Alaska destinations, and each one has ... READ MORE...
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Alaskan huskies are an iconic part of Alaska, instantly creating the image of a team of dogs dashing across the snow while pulling a sled. When looking at excursions, you'll notice both dog sledding and musher's camps offered as activities, wit... READ MORE...
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I couldn't remember the last time I went fishing. My grandmother took me to a local pond when I was five or six, but aside from that, fishing has never really been part of my outdoor routine. That changed last summer when I spent a few days ... READ MORE...
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Bon voyage! You’ve been looking forward to your Alaskan cruise, and now it's finally here. You're ready to settle in and enjoy your vacation when you find out your ship is running late. Maybe it's an hour behind schedule. Maybe... READ MORE...
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You asked, we answered! We asked our team a very important question: If you could only book one Alaska excursion, what would it be? Here's what they had to say. Don - It'd have to be the Ketchikan Alaska Fishing & Wi... READ MORE...
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Visiting a glacier is on many visitors' must-see list. On a glacier tour, you can step back in time to the Ice Age as you explore the millions-of-years-old rivers of ice in Alaska. Whether you want to see glaciers by air, boat, foot, or train, there ... READ MORE...
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The Mendenhall Glacier is one of those destinations you've probably heard of before, but do you actually need to book an excursion to see it? If your goal is simply to see the glacier, walk the trails, and visit Nugget Falls, you can kee... READ MORE...
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This is one of the most common questions we hear from guests cruising to Alaska. As a general rule, shore excursions for the summer cruise season become available for booking during the fall and winter prior to the season. We recommend starting your ... READ MORE...
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When choosing excursions for your Alaska cruise, you want to know which experiences are actually worth your time and money. We looked at guest reviews and feedback to put together our Top 10 Alaska Cruise Experiences, the adventures our custome... READ MORE...
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Packing for Alaska is part of the adventure, but you don't need to overthink it. During cruise season, you could see snow-covered glaciers and icefields one day and be walking through a lush temperate rainforest the next. The weather can ... READ MORE...
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The time has come, you've booked your cruise to Alaska, and now you're faced with the fun part: choosing your Alaska excursions. Our team is here to help! What sets Alaska Shore Excursions apart is our first-hand knowledge of Alaska, the ... READ MORE...
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For some, the best part of a cruise is the excursions. Excursions and tours are fantastic ways to broaden your perspective, experience something new, and connect with the people and places that make Alaska so special. Based in Juneau, Alaska, Alaska ... READ MORE...
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Helicopter tours in Alaska are popular shore excursions. Though a helicopter trip is an investment, most agree they're worth it... a once-in-a-lifetime experience for the whole family. Scenic helicopter rides let you see glaciers, mountain lakes, for... READ MORE...
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Climbing aboard Skagway’s White Pass scenic railway is, hands down, the most popular Skagway excursion. Built in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush, the White Pass & Yukon Route railway gives present-day visitors a chance to step back to a ... READ MORE...
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Whether you've finished planning your Alaska cruise and shore excursions, or simply looking for inspiration for a future adventure, it's never too early to let your imagination travel north before you board the ship. Alaska is a place of dramati... READ MORE...
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Exploring Alaska through the eyes of a child is a joyous experience, and these family-friendly tours are our favorites for doing just that. Families love that these tours don’t require kids to sit quietly for long stretches. These tours are at ... READ MORE...
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The best places for whale watching in Alaska are Juneau and Icy Strait, whose nutrient-rich waters attract thousands of whales each season. Whales are so plentiful in Juneau & Icy Strait that we guarantee that you’ll see a whale or you... READ MORE...
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Alaska’s weather is famously variable, and that’s largely due to its unique geographical location. Where cool Arctic air meets moist Pacific air and rugged coastal mountains rise straight from the seas, weather can change quickly, even wi... READ MORE...
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Skagway has a lot to offer, from mountain views and Gold Rush history to some pretty incredible excursions. But with so many options, how do you know which ones are worth booking? We looked at our most popular excursions and thousand... READ MORE...
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