We spoke to cruise experts to find the best Alaska itineraries to book this year.
Ashton Palmer is a Seattle-based T+L A-List travel advisor who specializes in expedition cruises.
Dawn Gabree is a travel advisor who specializes in Alaska cruises at Travels by Danielle.
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Mary Curry is another T+L A-List advisor who specializes in small-ship cruises to Polar regions and the Galapagos.
“It’s a great value, in my honest opinion.”
Scenic cruising through the Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier is also included.
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HAL prides itself on having more permits for Glacier Bay National Park visits than any other cruise line.
Most ships boast a Music Walk, a section home to venues like B.B.
The onboard culinary offerings are especially noteworthy.
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(HAL is the first cruise line to serve fresh, certified-sustainable Alaskan seafood.)
Cruisers can try his flavorful seafood dishes during their sailing.
From there, its off to Icy Strait Point, Sitka, Ketchikan, Skagway, and Victoria.
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The attraction whisks passengers over 300 feet above sea level, offering picture-perfect 360-degree views.
Put simply, she says, This is a one-of-a-kind experience when sailing scenic destinations like Alaska.
Unlike other mega-ship lines, says Gabree, Princess is not at all flashy.
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That said, she recommends it for more mature cruisers or those looking for a quieter atmosphere.
Similarly, says Gabree, The naturalists that come aboard are extremely knowledgeable.
Last but not least, the service is top-notch.
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According to the pro, the staff is best described as attentive and very pleasant.
Passengers will cruise round-trip from Vancouver and visit Juneau, Skagway, Anchorage, and Ketchikan.
(WhileEdgeis the newest Celebrity ship to cruise Alaska,Celebrity SolsticeandCelebrity Summitalso sail here.
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The lines identical ocean ships offer a sleek Scandinavian design, which only enhances the tranquil atmosphere on board.
Silversea guests enjoy all-suite staterooms with butler service and an all-around tony atmosphere.
This luxury cruise lineoffers classic and expedition-style cruising, the latter of which takes aboard the 274-passengerSilver Wind.
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Before disembarking in Seward, enjoy scenic cruising around Hubbard Glacier.
With that said, when it comes to activities, options abound.
All in all, UnCruise really does offer something for everyone.
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The itinerary sails between Juneau and Sitka throughout May and September.
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