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Alaska Cruise: When to Go?

Is it best to go on an Alaskan cruise in the highest season, warmest months of July and August? Or do the shoulder months of June and September have advantages? The time that you choose to travel depends on your personal interests & desires. Our Alaska cruise experts reveal their recommendations.
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Best Time to Cruise East Coast of US

The East Coast of the United States is a year-round vacation destination. However, autumn is one of the best times to enjoy a cruise along the East Coast for a variety of reasons, including beautiful foliage, Thanksgiving and Halloween festivals, fewer crowds, and amazing off-season travel prices.
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Wolves nuzzling in the snow

Mating Season

Mating season – the best time of year for wildlife enthusiasts! With destinations to every corner of the globe, Adventure Life is your key to seeing nature's most fascinating breeding rituals, from the dance of the blue-footed boobies in the Galapagos Islands to the playful, nuzzling interactions of the wolves of Yellowstone.
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Breaching Orca Whale

Top Alaska Cruise Ports

Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, Haines, Sitka, Wrangell, and Thorne Bay are the best ports of call for cruises throughout Alaska. The state of Alaska is unrivaled in the United States as a place to discover the breathtaking wilderness, history, and culture that surrounds the Northwest.
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Best Time to Take an Alaskan Cruise

The best time to take an Alaskan cruise is April through September with July and August being the highest season attracting the most travelers. Convention holds that the best months to cruise Alaska are July and August when the temperatures are at their highest and the weather is generally sunnier. However, the best time for Alaska cruises depends on your personal preferences.
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Alaskan totem poles

Alaska Overview

Our nation's 49th state went unnoticed by travelers for so long. This introduction to Alaska gives just a few of the reasons why it is now being recognized as such an attractive destination. Alaska offers unique experiences right within our own country for savvy and novice travelers alike.
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Mendenhall Glacier with field of Fireweed in Juneau, Alaska

Wild Alaska!

Enter an untamed wilderness that allows opportunities to have up close experiences with the natural wonders of Alaska. Moose, caribou, brown & black bears, and bald eagles greet you as you explore by land. While cruising, keep an eye out for humpback whales, orcas, otters, and porpoises. Zodiac and kayak excursions give access to more …
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Bear sighting in Alaska

Wildlife of Alaska

Alaska's animals will be the stars of the show during your visit! Several species of bears and moose dominate the landscape, while seals and seabirds inhabit the coastlines. Whale watching is a major attraction, and you may even get a lucky glimpse of playful sea otters. Prepare yourself for a WILD experience!
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Icebergs everywhere in Tracy Arm Ford

Alaskan Suntan

An incredible 8 days in Alaska filled with wildlife, adventure, cultural encounters, laughter, and unexpected SUNSHINE!
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Harbor seals in Glacier Bay

Juneau Alaska

Juneau is Alaska's capital city, and though not the largest, it may be the most full of contrast. It is bustling metropolis in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
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Breaching Orca Whale

Whale Watching Season Upon Us

Each year various whale species make their migration from the cold waters near Alaska to warmer conditions. Right now, we are amid fantastic whale watching opportunities in different locations along the Pacific, including Hawaii and Baja Mexico
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MS Fernao de Magalhaes

River Cruising Has Our Attention

While many travelers are familiar with the standard ocean liners and mega-yachts, river cruises offer a different atmosphere and experience that can only be found in certain parts of the world.
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Enjoy the scenery of the Great Lakes

Great Lakes Cruise Sights

The Great Lakes region is full of picturesque landscape, unexpected wildlife, national history, and charming communities. Enjoy the sights, learn more about the area's interesting past, and eat some pie along the way! This is a brief explanation of some of the main attractions and potential ports of call on a Great Lakes cruise to help you with your trip planning.
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Kayak break!

Alaska has a rainforest?

Yes! The largest temperate rainforest in the world. Little did I know that a cruise in Alaska could also be an adventure. Kayaking, camping, hiking, and swimming with icebergs...this is an adventure of a lifetime aboard the Wilderness Explorer.
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Visiting Fairbanks

Fairbanks is known as "the Golden Heart of Alaska," some say because of the discovery of gold there in 1902, some due to its location, and still others claim the name for the character of the city’s inhabitants.
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Reindeer looking for the herd

Alaska's Urban Hub: Anchorage

Anchorage is an urban hub of Alaska, located in the south central part of the state. It is one of the oldest Alaskan cities, and now it is a booming city with a vibrant population.
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Sunrise over Crown Point at Columbia River

North America Cruise: When to Go?

As seasoned travelers, sometimes we forget that there is so much to see in our own diverse country! Maybe your next adventure should be exploring within the United States. Whether you prefer hiking, snorkeling and spending time on beautiful beaches in Hawaii or keeping your eyes peeled for whales in Alaska, we have some fantastic trips that show off the best of our nation.
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