Category Archives: Alaska

Juneau

Posted on January 4, 2019 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Juneau, Alaska Alaska’s capital, Juneau, located along the Gastineau Channel of Alaska’s panhandle, is accessible only by boat or plane. Although there are no roads connecting Juneau to the rest of the state, cars can come and go by ferry … Continue reading →

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Ketchikan Cruise Ship Port

Posted on September 7, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Ketchikan, Alaska Ketchikan lies on Revillagigedo Island at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s scenic inside passage surrounded by the Tongass National Forest. This temperate rainforest lives up to its designation. Ketchikan averages around 140-160 inches of rainfall annually, with the … Continue reading →

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Birds, Bears, & Barnacles

Posted on August 3, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Previously when visiting Sitka our ship anchored offshore and tendered passengers to town. On our last visit we were surprised when the Holland America Oosterdam pulled into a dock over 5 miles from town. Though this dock at the Halibut … Continue reading →

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Hubbard Glacier

Posted on May 25, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Most Alaskan cruises visit a glacier somewhere along their itinerary. Often they either go into Glacier Bay or cruise down to the end of Tracy Arm (or Endicott Arm when Tracy gets blocked). Not so many go to Hubbard Glacier. … Continue reading →

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Snorkeling in Alaska

Posted on May 11, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Mountain Point Snorkeling Adventure Snorkeling in Alaska? Brrrr. Way too cold. That’s what a lot of people think. I used to be one of them. If you went straight into the water in just a swimming suit like in tropical … Continue reading →

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The Great Alaska Sportsman Show

Posted on March 16, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Early spring in Anchorage brings about the annual Great Alaska Sportsman Show in the Sullivan Arena and next door Ben Boeke ice arenas. Along with the indoor exhibits, RV’s and boats line up outside alongside the sidewalk next to the … Continue reading →

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What’s At The Top Of Mount Roberts in Juneau?

Posted on February 23, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

The iconic Mount Roberts Tram is one of the main attractions in Juneau. It’s quite visible from ships as they cruise into town. Holland America ships dock right below it. The lower tram station sits at the center of the … Continue reading →

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Ziplining In Juneau

Posted on January 19, 2018 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Juneau has two zip line options, Alaska Zipline Adventures and Alaska Canopy Adventures. If you come by cruise ship the ship’s excursions may include an option to book through them. You can also book on your own online in advance … Continue reading →

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Juneau Cruise Ship Port

Posted on December 15, 2017 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Juneau, Alaska Alaska’s capital city, Juneau, sits on the Gastineau Channel of southeast Alaska. Like much of the state it is accessible only by boat or plane, although cars can get there on Alaska’s ferries. As one of the 4 … Continue reading →

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The Oceanview Obstructed Room

Posted on March 31, 2017 by LBcruiseshipblogger

Oceanview obstructed rooms come in several varieties depending on what ship you find them on. The most common sort reside behind the lifeboats on ships that have passenger cabins on the deck where lifeboats are stored. Some ships also have … Continue reading →

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