Vacation Destination – Alaskan Cruises
Each year, thousands of travelers finalize their plans for a summer vacation. Whether it be a road-trip with the family or a relaxing island getaway, the summer season is filled with exciting travel opportunities. While many of these travelers turn to the closest beach or amusement park, a growing number of Americans and international tourists choose Alaskan cruises.
Just a short distance from Seattle, Washington, Alaskan cruises offer unparalleled sight-seeing with breathtaking views of glaciers, mountains and wildlife. There are many exciting excursions guest can book on their cruise to Alaska, including:
• Tours through cities such as Juneau and Skagway, Alaska
• Hikes and walks through the rainforest
• Driven tours through the Klondike Summit
• Gold panning adventures where you can relive the late 19th century gold rush
Most Alaskan cruises are seven or twelve nights in length and leave from Seattle. Five major cruise lines run weekly from the Port of Seattle and cruise to Alaska from May through September. During these months, guests can experience the long summer days unique to the region.
It is recommended that tourists flying into Seattle for a cruise to Alaska arrive a few days in advance to be fully rested and acclimated before boarding the ship. Seattle also boasts a wide variety of entertainment, shopping and sight-seeing including the Pike Place Market and the iconic Space Needle. For hotel accommodations, the Crowne Plaza Hotel Seattle offers a luxurious stay just over a mile from the Port.