ALASKA SHORE TRAVEL TIPS BLOG

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...

Packing for Alaska is part of the adventure—because this is not your average vacation. One day you’ll be gazing at snow-covered glaciers and towering icefields, and the next you’ll be walking through lush, emerald-green temperate ra... READ MORE...

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...

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...

We here at Alaska Shore Excursions receive a lot of the same questions from our guests and we wanted to make sure that these answers have an easy place to live. Below are some of the most common questions we are asked: What currency are the prices... READ MORE...

The best time to take an Alaskan cruise is in June, July, and August to experience the best weather and the best excursions. The best time to take a cruise and save money is in May and September, though the weather will be cooler and not every excurs... READ MORE...

A typical Alaska Cruise can cost between $600 and $5,000 per person, depending on the length of your cruise, the type of cruise you choose, and your room choice. We recommend budgeting an additional $1,000 to $1,500 per person for shore excursion... READ MORE...

One of the ways to commemorate your Alaskan adventure is by purchasing souvenirs; but with all of the options, what should you look for? While many folks love novelty trinkets -- “Alaska’s state bird mosquito catcher” anyone? -- the... READ MORE...