Glass-domed Train from Talkeetna to Denali, Alaska
As our train meandered across the unadulterated landscape, I found that I was reassuring myself that it was real. Such scenery…as though it was “too beautiful” to be true. I rode along with Awe, Wonder, and Amazement, as we all shared in an exchange of childlike fascination. While being a train ride, I’m inclined to default to recommending it, but truly, this stretch of track will lead you through a mere part of the heart of Alaska, but it will invite you to the center of your being, where you're reacquainted with your youth.
This ride was just over four hours, where passengers relaxed in their comfortable seats, while enjoying refreshments and narration, or enjoyed the brisk air on the cars’ “porches.” Lunch was enjoyed on the lower level of the car. All luggage, carry-ons included, were stowed, not to be seen again until disembarkation. I should note that the cars we rode in on this trip were private cars, not to be confused with Alaska Railroad’s Goldstar Service cars, found on its website; I indulged in one, though, to Seward:
(Fun facts at the end of the video are from displays at the Talkeetna depot.)
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DISCOVER ALASKA CRUISE & LAND TOUR VIDEO 1 OF 3
DAY 1--VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, PRIVATE TOUR.
DAY 2--BUS TOUR VANCOUVER THEN A FERRY TO VANCOUVER ISLAND. ON THE ISLAND WE VISITED BUTCHART GARDENS THEN TOURED CITY OF VICTORIA.
DAY 3-- TOURED VANCOUVER BY BUS THEN BOARDED THE HOLLAND AMERICA SHIP ZAANDAM
DAY 4--SPENT DAY ON SHIP CRUISING.
DAY 5--STOPPED IN VILLAGE OF KETCHIKAN, ALASKA. VISITED TOTEM BIGHT STATE PARK
DAY 6-- STOPPED IN JUNEAU, ALASKA VISITED THE MENDENHALL GLACIER THEN THE MACAULEY FISH HATCHERY, AND THE RED DOG SALOON.
DAY 7 STOPPED IN SKAGWAY, ALASKA.
Alaska Travel Adventures: Historic Gold Mining & Panning Adventure in Juneau
Catch gold fever and experience what it was like to seek your fortune during Gold Rush days! Learn to pan for gold (and keep all you find!), and discover Juneau's colorful mining heritage for yourself.
Head out with a prospector/guide in authentic 19th-century dress for a historical tour of Juneau including the state capitol. Then, turn up the road to Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin, where Joe Juneau and Richard Harris struck gold in 1880.
In a beautiful, secluded setting near a waterfall alongside Gold Creek — only accessible under our tour's special permit — your prospector shows you how gold panning is done. Then, it's your turn, as you learn how to expertly work the pan with helpful tips and advice. You can choose to pan in the creek, or in the waist-high demonstration trough. Every one of all ages and those with limited mobility can learn how to pan and capture the full gold-rush experience. You're guaranteed to find gold! And, all that glitters is yours to keep.
Around you are remnants of the original buildings of the Alaska-Juneau Mining Company, which at the height of production was the largest operation of its type in the world. You'll learn about the mining techniques that were used, and more about the quest for gold that is so much a part of Alaska's history.
Take home a souvenir Orelove Brothers Gold Claim Certificate, all the gold you find, and an appreciation of what is was like to seek your fortune in the wilds of Alaska more than a century ago.
Juneau Alaska Tour Of City And Mount Roberts Tramway In Wet Weather Juneau Alaska
Juneau Alaska is the State's landlocked capital city. Weather In Juneau is humid and wet with rain falling an average of 230 days per year and an annual rainfall of 62.5 inches per year and snowfall of 86+ inches per year. Tours in Juneau that attract the most attention from tourists are Mendenhall Glacier, Tracy Arm Fjord, and local fishing and whale watching excursions. If you're visiting by cruise ship and are looking for really easy and simple tours in Juneau hop on the Mount Roberts Tram and tour the easy trails at the top or take a tour of Juneau on a local tour bus.
Juneau weather is very predictable. It's likely to rain during your visit but you can still enjoy the magnificent views from the top of the Mount Roberts tram provided it isn't too foggy.
Be sure to bring a compact umbrella and wear a rain resistant overcoat or windbreaker and you can still enjoy Juneau rain or shine.
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Things to Do in Alaska's Inside Passage (Official Video)
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Haines, The Adventure Capital of Alaska
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Haines Alaska is like no other destination. With fascinating history, intriguing culture, breathtaking scenery and adventure to last a lifetime, there’s no question that the time you spend when you visit Haines will be enjoyed and remembered for years to come.
Haines boasts year round fun for the entire family. In the summer take part in spectacular hikes, rafting journeys on the Chilkat River, kayaking adventures on Chilkoot Lake, exhilarating jetboat rides, guided nature walks and many more activities. Plus, don’t forget about fishing for Alaska’s Pacific salmon. Visit Haines for your Alaska adventure!
During the autumn and winter months we offer activities of various interest and sport. In November, Haines hosts the annual Alaska Bald Eagle Festival. Starting in September through early December Haines welcomes over 3,500 Bald Eagles to the beautiful Chilkat River Valley. Spectators from around the world come to partake in this fascinating migratory event. In January, the ALCAN 200 snow machine race is held on the Haines Highway. And for the true adventurer, Haines Alaska is world-renowned for its Heli-skiing.
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Viking Oceans: Alaska & the Inside Passage
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This 11-day cruise from Vancouver to Seward (or the reverse) delves deep into seldom-visited gold rush ports, highlighting their Tlingit and Russian culture, and reveals the breathtaking wonders of the Inside Passage and the Yakutat Bay.
Our Top Alaska Cruises to Take in 2020
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With more ships sailing the region than ever before, 2020 is a great year to cruise to Alaska. If you are considering a trip to this 49th state, you will want to take a look at our picks for the Top Alaska Cruises in 2020.
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With ships from all major brands, there is a cruise ship with the features and amenities that is right for you.
Norwegian Cruise Line has two of its largest ships sailing the region again this year. Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Joy offer many innovative attractions that are fun for the whole family including a racetrack, laser tag, and an interactive virtual reality pavilion. Not to mention, there are many great dining options, Broadway hits in the main theater, and the Observation Lounge with floor to ceiling views of the amazing landscapes.
Royal Caribbean also has some great options for cruises to Alaska in 2020. Ovation of the Seas is the largest cruise ship sailing in the region and is specifically built for cold water cruising. This ship has some innovative features of its own including the SeaPlex with bumper cars and roller skating, as well as the North Star aerial gondola and a sky diving simulator. Additionally, Radiance of the Seas is always a cruiser favorite in Alaska as the ship offers some of the greatest views of Alaska from the nine-story central atrium and outward facing elevators.
Celebrity Cruises will also host a number of ships in Alaska in 2020 including Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Eclipse. Offering Solstice-class favorites like the Lawn Club, Hot Glass Class, and the Crush martini bar, there will be plenty to keep you entertained when you are not ashore exploring all that Alaska has to offer. Celebrity Millennium will also be cruising to Alaska in 2020. This ship has recently undergone an extensive revitalization with updates to the staterooms, dining, and more.
It is tough to pick the best Alaskan cruise for 2020 among the 8 Princess Cruises’ ships sailing in the region this year. Given that we are partial to mega-ships, Royal Princess makes our list. This ship offers signature Princess amenities and some amazing views from the SeaWalk, a 60-foot glass walkway extending 28 feet off the side of the ship. Star Princess also makes our list this year as it offers unique 10-day round-trip voyages from San Francisco.
If you are looking for an all-inclusive feel and simple elegance during your cruise to Alaska in 2020, look no further than Viking Orion. This ship will sail from Vancouver to Seward and visit Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, and Valdez. The best part is this trip includes seven guided tours among other amenities like complimentary WiFi, specialty dining, beer and wine at meals, bottled water, and more. These destination-focused itineraries compliment the unparalleled service and inclusive nature of the cruise line.
Finally, one of Holland America’s newest ships is also making its way to Alaska in 2020. The MS Koningsdam will be sailing 7-day round-trip cruises from Vancouver. When you need a break from sightseeing, Koningsdam offers plenty of top-notch amenities, entertainment, and dining as well, like performances on the World Stage, America’s Test Kitchen live cooking shows, and BBC Earth Experiences to bring you closer to nature.
No matter which ship you choose, your cruise to Alaska in 2020 will certainly be filled with majestic landscapes, magnificent wildlife sightings, and memories to last a lifetime.
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Helicopter Icefield Excursion - Juneau, Alaska
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This Juneau, Alaska cruise excursion takes you high over Juneau Icefield in a helicopter. Next, you'll land on top of a glacier, where you'll be able to get out and explore.
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Alaska's Whales, Glaciers and Rainforest Trails
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Mendenhall Glacier & Hatchery
This tour provides an outstanding overview of the state's capital city and its scenic attractions, including one of the world's only drive-to glaciers, the Mendenhall. Your guided tour takes you through Juneau's picturesque downtown. Visit the Mendenhall Glacier, a moving river of ice with rugged crevasses and a distinctive blue color. Stroll the walkways to the Visitor Center and take in one of the glaciology exhibits, an interpretive talk with a Forest Service Ranger, or simply enjoy the panoramic view of the glacier. Afterward, you'llo visit Juneau's Macaulay Salmon Hatchery and Visitor Center. Note: This tour operates under a special use permit issued by the U.S. Forest Service. Dress in layers, as temperatures at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Area tend to fluctuate.
Want To Visit Alaska With Andy Albright? | The Alliance
The Alliance is going to Alaska, and Andy Albright wants you to be there with us !
Do you want to go? 2019 is the year, you can step up by helping families, win a trip to Alaska and get paid on top of all that!
It's the last great frontier, filled with ice glaciers, amazing creatures and nature like no place in the world. This trip will take you to Seattle, Washington where you will board Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas, which will take you to Alaska's inner passage.
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In 2020, The Alliance takes the Great Alaskan Frontier Cruise to Seattle, Wash.; Juneau, Alaska; Skagway, Alaska; and Victoria, British Columbia.
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The trip will start off in Seattle, Washington in the Emerald City, named for its verdant forests and parks. Explore the Northwest landscape at Discovery Park, stroll along Elliott Bay at the Olympic Sculpture Park, seek out the Seattle Center, home of the Space Needle or check out the Museum of Pop Culture.
You’ll join your Alliance family on one of the world’s most innovative ships, Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas. The ship is filled with edge-of-your-seat entertainment and dining that defies the imagination. Enjoy experiencing the waves on the FlowRider surf simulator, take in the view from 300-feet up from the North Star, feel the thrill of free-falling on RipCord by iFly and sip hand-crafted cocktails paired with surreal views in Two70.
Then, it’s off to Alaska!
Juneau is the largest U.S. state capital— and one of the hardest to get to. Flanked by mountains, tundra and rainforests, it’s basically inaccessible except by air or sea.
Once you arrive you’ll find adventure in every corner. Go dogsledding over Mendenhall Glacier, or prospecting along centuries-old mining trails. In Juneau, the thrills are as endless as the surrounding wilderness.
Watch for humpback whales, orcas, harbor seals, and Steller sea lions as you cruise through the icy Alaskan waters on a charter boat.
Since its Klondike Gold Rush Days, Skagway has served as an outpost for thrilling Alaskan adventure. Take an old-time street car ride along bustling Broadway Street and get lost in riveting historical reenactments. Here you’ll also discover plenty of ways to amp up the adrenaline, from dog-sledding on Laughton Glacier to rafting Lynn Canal, the longest fjord in North America. Known as “the world’s longest outdoor museum,” Chilkoot Trail encompasses 33 miles of hiking trails. Follow in the footsteps of Klondike stampeders as you trek through dense rainforest, enjoy incredible scenery, and discover the Gold Rush ghost town of Dyea. This is the ultimate outdoor challenge.
One of Alaska’s lesser-known gems, Endicott Arm Fjord marks the southern edge of Fords Terror Wilderness area. As you drift through its 30-mile-long stretch, you can’t help but be awed by the surrounding granite cliffs, mountain valleys and dozens of gushing waterfalls. Keep your eyes peeled for harbor seals splashing in icy waters near the ship. Along the shore you might also glimpse brown bears, bald eagles, sea ducks, deer, moose and wolves.
Your journey through scenic Endicott Arm Fjord ends with a front-row view of Dawes Glacier. Standing over 600 feet tall and a half-mile wide, this very active icecap is known for its spectacular calving displays which produce huge, chunky icebergs.
As one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest, Victoria delivers a delightful blend of romantic British pomp and outdoor Canadian pursuits. Culture seekers and adventure junkies alike get their fill at the southern end of Vancouver Island. Here you can admire traditional Victorian architecture at Craigdarroch Castle and eat your way around Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Kick off the afternoon lunching on xiaolongbao buns in Chinatown.
Get into some active adventure, whether it’s water-biking False Creek or mountain-biking the North Shore. Head to Robson Street for mainstream chain stores, or hit the quirky indie shops of Gastown, Main Street and Commercial Drive.
Lonsdale Quay Market is home to 80 unique shops, while Granville Island’s art studios sell First Nations carvings and jewelry. Evenings are best spent dining and drinking in Yaletown’s hip warehouse district.
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Dawson: Gold Fields Jeep Tour - Holland America Line
Drive your own Jeep 4x4 on this guided back country tour. You'll climb 4000 feet to King Solomon's Dome while driving through 60 miles of rugged Yukon valleys where modern-day goldrushers seek their fortune.
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