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What is the best Cruise line for an Alaska Cruise-tour vacation?

Alaska Cruise Vacation?

  • Is cruising to Alaska a good vacation? I have been to the caribbean several times now and am looking for something different. What cruise line would you recommend? I have a 14 year ...show more

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    If your priority is that your 14 year old NOT get bored, I think the hands down winner should be NCL: http://www.ncl.com/nclweb/destination/details.html?destinationCode=ALASKA -- the ships have so much to do and are specifically marketed to families. There isn't any dressing up or set meal times, but there is constant activity. I went on a HAL summer solstice cruise to Alaska many years ago and was probably the youngest person on the ship (I was 19)-- that was a smaller ship, and I would think that any ship with fewer than 1500 people on it is HIGHLY unlikely to have many children or children's programming. It is my understanding that HAL now has larger family friendly ships. Ithink HAL and Princess are supposed to be the Alaska "experts" amongst the big lines. I can't speak personally as to RCCL in Alaska, but I'm told their ships are well designed for indoor nature watching and that they have large family facilities as well. If your daughter specifically wants companions her own age, consider checking out the "roll call" section of cruisecritic.com for particular ships and sailings before booking. Lastly, i would say Alaska is a good vacation if you like dramatic scense in nature, animals and don't dislike cold (or go right smack in July)-- if those things do not appeal to you, perhaps try something different in Hawaii (great beaches and local culture) or the Mediterranean (historic cities, art, etc.).

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I am a travel agent. My reccomendations may be different depending on what activities your 14 year old enjoys. Royal Caribbean and Carnival are good bets, but the demographis for Alaska will be older than it will be for the Caribbean; however, the experience is awesome in Alaska. Please let me know if I can be of any assistence. Booking early is the key for Alaska! Chris Lounder Cruise Adventure Travel, LLC www.CruiseAdventureTravel.com 866 570 3391 ext 101

Chris L

My wife and I did our first cruise this year and it was to Alaska on Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. First if you are going to go to Alaska a cabin with a balcony in a MUST. You can sit out on your own little deck. You need to make the reservations at least ONE year in advance. The short tourist season in Alaska means that the cruise lines only have a few months, so they sell out fast and far in advance. Also remember to book your shore excursions early so they won't be sold out. We had a great time.There are plenty of activities for all ages. One issue that may come up as it did on our cruise was the weather was cool, damp and in the 50's, not exactly swimming weather so the outdoor pool saw little use, and the indoor pool was reserved for adults only excpet for a couple of hours each day. Personally for my wife and I that was great since we don't have kids.

alanpks4

I am on Holland America's Oosterdam by Hubbard Glacier as I write this. Isn't the internet great?!! Oosterdam is a great ship. Staff are very friendly. Food is not so good. Reminds me of Air Force chow. Very relaxing vacation!

nronronronro

I would say Holland America is a great cruise not just for older adults, but for kids as well. They have a great kids program. Alaska is a great vaca. destination. Have fun!

Poppins_TW

Alaska is popular cruise. I'm from the area so glaciers and Indian handcrafts don't blow my dress up. However, people from other parts of the country GO NUTS when they see a whale so I think they really like it. This was probably the most relaxing cruise I've been on. They are typically 7 days long with two days at sea. The five lines (that I can think of off the top of my head) that leave from Seattle or Vancouver, BC are Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Celebrity, Princess and Holland America. My impression is that they are all pretty good except Holland America caters to older people. My recommendation would be RC or Princess which I think will cater to families that are more likely to have teens. If you can afford some of the snow-plane helicopter rides I'm sure your daughter would like that. If you're looking for a bonding experience I recommend going on a tandem kayak tour at the Mendenhall Glacier (Juneau).

Stan

i would say book with Carnival. They have great cruises and offer a alsome Alaska vacation. If you would like more info send me a message

Kirk

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