Cruise to Alaska from Vancouver this Summer. In this ultimate Alaska Cruise Guide, Real Travel Expert Barbara Young of Cruise Holidays of Port Coquitlam sits down with Ken to discuss everything related to Alaskan cruises 2024 and 2025. Barb gives an overview of the itineraries available, their differences, and, just who is attracted to Alaska cruises.
Barb details the large amount of choice when it come to Alaskan cruise lines but lists her top go- to cruise lines for Alaska with Holland America, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and Celebrity Cruises being among some of her top picks. As each line offers different features and amenities, the value of having an expert travel advisor to help you decide is paramount according to Barbara. For example, if you are planning on taking the kids, Royal Caribbean may be the best fit for you depending on your children's ages.
Alaska weather can vary greatly and impact your cruise, Barb provides valuable Alaska cruise tips and advice for packing, what gear to bring, and when is the best time to go based on what is important for you to see on your Alaska cruise.
Are there advantages to cruising to Alaska from Vancouver? Barb tells us why Vancouver should not only be your port of departure or embarkation but why it worthwhile to have a pre- or post- stay in this wonderful city.
And finally Barb wraps up with a look at Alaskan cruise tours and provides her advice for when is the best time to book your Alaska cruise.
Image & Video Credits: Cruise Lines Video and Images Courtesy of: Holland America, Royal Caribbean, Silversea, Princess and Celebrity Cruises Grouse Mountain : Courtesy of Yoshio Kohara CC , via Wikimedia Commons Other Images: Courtesy of Adobestock, Pixabay and Bigstock
Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:20 Special Guest Barbara Young 01:39 Overview: Alaska Cruises from/to Vancouver 04:36 Is it just Canadians cruising from Vancouver? 05:58 Inside vs Outside Passage 08:17 Best for family cruising 09:14 Best for seniors 11:02 Best for photography 11:33 Shore excursions 13:32 Season & best time to cruise 14:48 Weather 16:03 Rough or calm seas? 16:49 Packing tips 18:21 Dress Code on Board 19:44 Best for Mobility Issues 20:27 Advantages of sailing to/from Vancouver 21:25 Cruise Tours - many choices 23:20 Barbara's booking advice for Alaska cruises 24:11 How to contact Barbara 24:49 Barbara's future travel plans
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