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Alaska Cruises

Alaska genuinely shocked me. I went expecting impressive scenery and came away having seen and done things I still find hard to describe. Everything here is based on real sailings — what to pack, which excursions are worth it and what to do in Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan when you get there.

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7 Days Exploring Alaska By Cruise Ship – I Was Shocked

11/06/202407/06/2024

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the biggest and most exciting cruise ships in the world, where I spent 7 days exploring Alaska. I saw and did things that if I hadn’t seen them with my own eyes, … Read more

Tags Alaska, norwegian, Norwegian Encore, Ship review

3 Incredible Excursions You Shouldn’t Miss on Your Alaska Cruise (Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan)

07/06/202407/06/2024

DISCLAIMER: This article was written on a cruise I took as part of a press trip. This means I didn’t pay a cruise fare. All opinions are my own and no company has any control over this content. I’ve just … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, ncl, norwegian cruise

7 Days in a Balcony Cabin in Alaska – Worth It? (Norwegian Encore Cabin Review)

18/02/202630/05/2024

ad – DISCLAIMER: I was invited onboard Norwegian Encore on a press trip. I recently went on a cruise sailing across Alaska and I stayed in a balcony cabin. Normally, I’m happy with an inside cabin or perhaps an ocean … Read more

Tags Alaska, cabin review, ncl, norwegian cruise, Norwegian Encore
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A Light Packers Guide to Alaska – (What I Brought – and 17 “Essentials” I Didn’t Bring) + Printable Checklist

18/02/202630/05/2024

If you are considering an Alaska cruise you may be wondering what you need to pack. Unpredictable weather can make packing for an Alaskan cruise a little harder than some other destinations – but I have successfully managed it and … Read more

Tags Alaska, cruise packing, ncl, Packing List

Visiting Ketchikan By Cruise Ship? Everything You Need to Know!

07/06/202425/05/2024

If you’ve booked a cruise to Alaska you may be looking for the best things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska. I’ve just got back from a fantastic cruise there. Ketchikan is positioned amongst the breathtaking landscapes of the Inside Passage. … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, ncl, port

Skagway Cruise Guide: 7 Essential Tips for Your Alaska Adventure!

18/02/202625/05/2024

Most Alaska cruises will include the port of Skagway. Here are 7 Essential Tips for things to do in and around Skagway when you visit based on my most recent trip there. Skagway, Alaska, offers wonderful natural beauty and plenty … Read more

Tags Alaska, cruise tips, ncl, ports, Skagway
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Top Attractions, Practical Tips and Unique Shopping in Juneau: Don’t Miss These Things!

18/02/202625/05/2024

If you’re embarking on a cruise journey to Alaska’s wonderful landscapes, you will likely visit Juneau. I was there a couple of weeks ago, and it was FABULOUS. This post was created in collaboration with Melissa from CruiseShopSave. She worked … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, Juneau, ncl, ports

Hey hey hey, I'm Emma and I LOVE cruising! I took my first cruise when I was 11 and I've been hooked ever since. I create cruise content across YouTube, this website and my social accounts, all with the aim of helping you to find, and take your perfect cruise. 48,000 people receive my best cruise tips, insights and guides every week. You can join them for free by clicking here.

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