First Cruise to Alaska? Avoid These 11 Mistakes!

Embarking on your first Alaska cruise? Avoid common Alaska cruise mistakes with these Alaska cruise tips and tricks for a smoother journey. Learn how to navigate cruise packing mistakes, ensuring you have everything you need for an unforgettable adventure.

0:00-5:55 Not Choosing the Right Itinerary
5:56- 10:10 Not Paying Attention to Port Times
10:11-13:03 Alaska Weather and Packing Tips
13:04-14:09 Not Planning for Time Changes and Long Days
14:10- 17"02 Balcony Cabin vs Ocean View Cabin vs Inside Cabin
17:03-17:24 Skipping the Naturalist's Talks
17:25-19:47 Alaska Shore Excursion
19:48-22:42 What to Do in Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway
22:43-24:05 Alaska Wildlife
24:06-24:38 Cell Phones in Alaska
24:39-26:39 Alaska Cruise Essentials

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EXPLORE Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway WITHOUT an Excursion!
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ULTIMATE ALASKA Cruise Packing Guide (Don't Forget These!)
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Juneau Walking tour map https://alaskafjordlines.com/maps/
SMART Bus in Skagway (907) 612-0902 https://www.smartbusak.com/
Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour https://alaskacrabtour.com/
Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show https://alaskanlumberjackshow.com/
Third Party Excursions
Viator https://www.viator.com/
Shore Excursions Group https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/
Alaska Shore Tours https://alaskashoretours.com/insiders...
Video Clips Courtesy of Alaska Shore Tours.

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10. Bonine Non-Drowsy Motion Sickness Medicine
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Universal Travel Adapter (This is the one Emma Cruises recommends
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Belkin BoostCharge Pro Flex Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (3M/10FT) (Make sure that you have plugs for USB-C if you are purchasing this cable)
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Luggage Scale
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Travel Toothbrush Head Covers with Suction Cup
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