Here are 27 things we learned from planning and going on an Alaska Cruise in 2023. We just got home from a 7 Night Alaska Glacier Cruise onboard Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas. Even if you’ve cruised before, a cruise to Alaska is very different and these are the tips we wish we knew before conquering the Last Frontier. Most of these will be helpful if planning any cruise to Alaska – but some tips are specific to Royal Caribbean and Ovation of the Seas.
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0:00 Intro 0:40 Book early 1:20 Book with a Travel Agent 1:53 Expect to pay more 2:40 Check excursion timing 5:21 Bring a passport 5:49 Select the earliest arrival time 6:44 Arrive a day early (at least!) 7:47 Pack for all weather 8:46 Leave formal attire at home 9:42 Buy a blanket in advance 11:02 Arrive to port 30 mins early 12:33 Do everything at home 13:34 Bring lots of cash 14:28 Bring essentials with you on the ship 15:12 Once on board, do your essentials 16:03 Be prepared for seasickness 17:33 The WiFi will disappoint you 19:47 Be prepared for last- minute changes 21:02 Buy souvenirs early 21:41 Keep a list of excellent crew 22:44 Food & drinks stay on board 23:34 Eat in port 24:33 Ketchikan 26:38 Skagway 30:25 Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier 33:19 Juneau 35:29 Victoria, BC
