If you love to travel the world, taking a cruise trip can be perfect. Especially if you prefer to not ‘rough it. It can be a great way to see the world while relaxing on a resort that carries you from one cool location and one experience to another. Our first cruise was on a Norwegian Cruise Ship to Alaska.
Norwegian Spirit of the Seas Summer Cruising Alaska
We’re excited to share our experience aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Spirit of the Seas on our summer Alaska cruise. This 7-day adventure took us from Seattle to Vancouver, Ketchikan, Skagway, and Juneau, with breathtaking views of Alaska’s glaciers and wildlife along the way.
A Cruise Trip- Great Way to Experience the World
If you are one of those of us who like to get off of the beaten path a little bit, I suggest you contact your travel agent and begin planning your next cruise vacation! You can visit almost anywhere in the world and enjoy the laid-back pace of life at sea. Taking a cruise gives you the opportunity to see the world while staying in a floating resort!
Take an Alaskan Cruise in July 2024
The Alaska cruise season runs from late April through early October each year, and the weather really has a profound effect on the quality of the overall experience. Most agree July is the best month and from late June through the first week of July in particular, is the absolute best time. Southeast Alaska and British Columbia are more temperate than farther north, but they are nevertheless much colder than we are accustomed to in the lower 48.
Port of Juneau- Alaska Cruise Excursion Day
Our time in the Port of Juneau was great! The whole experience was one of the biggest highlights of our cruise! The cruise passengers get to experience breathtaking landscapes of the Tongas National Forest as soon as the cruise ship docks. The town in the Port of Juneau is on the east side of the Gastineau Channel.
Packing for an Alaskan Cruise
Packing for an Alaskan cruise requires being prepared for a really wide range of weather. Additionally, the cruise line you choose also makes a difference. Some have themed nights and formal wear nights. Cruise trips can be challenging to decide what to pack and what to leave home.