Provides information on Alaskan cruise ships and itineraries, and suggests sights and excursions at each port of call.

NOW IN FULL COLOR! Insider advice on getting the best deal on your Alaska cruise, picking the right ship for you, selecting the perfect shore excursion, and hitting all the highlights that each port city has to offer, from Juneau to Sitka to Prince William Sound. Plus tips for navigating such cruisetour destinations as Denali and The Yukon Territory if you want to spend some time on land in Alaska as an add-on to your cruise. Insightful commentary on Alaska’s dazzling natural scenery, from Misty Fjords National Monument and Tracy Arm to Hubbard Glacier and Denali National Park. Opinionated write-ups. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about cruising and Alaska--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way. Exact per diem rates listed for every cruise ship for both inside and outside cabins, and exact prices for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of cruise ships, hotels, and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people. Our cruise guides offer such user-friendly features as star ratings and special ranking systems to point readers to every ship and cruise line’s strengths and weaknesses in such categories as dining, ship maintenance, decor, overall facilities, and kids programs.

Both the Inside Passage of Alaska and the Gulf of Alaska are among the single most popular of all cruise destinations, and multitudes of cruisers will welcome this expert assistance in choosing a cruise and the activities on ship and land that the cruise offers. We're proud that our Easy Guide to Alaska Cruises and Ports of Call is by two foremost experts on the subject: Fran Golden, who writes about cruising for USA Today, and Gene Sloan, who oversees the two important cruise websites of USA Today. Together, they have been on far more than 100 cruises, and the results of that experience are strikingly evident in this well-regarded guidebook.

Completely updated every year, Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call features photos of all the major ship classes that sail to Alaska. You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of all the lines servicing Alaska, as well as; in-depth ship coverage so you can choose the ship that’s best for you. Our authors, longtime cruisers, hit all the major ports of call on the Alaska cruise routes, from Vancouver to Juneau to Anchorage. They’ve also checked the major cruisetour locations, including Denali National Park and the Canadian Rockies. Their candid reviews will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget.

Cruising is the perfect way to see America's last frontier--wildlife and wilderness abound along the state's breathtaking coastline, and are easily seen from the comfort of a deck chair or observation lounge. Thoroughly updated every year (unlike the rest of the competition), Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call is a compact guide that's on top of all the latest developments and offerings in the rapidly changing cruise industry. Our authors, both leading cruise journalists with years of experience, have compiled candid, first-hand reviews of each cruise line and each ship. The easy-to-use ratings, detailed drawings of each ship, and honest evaluations make it easy for you to find the cruise that suits your budget and your personal style, whether you want a luxury liner with fine dining or a small-ship cruise led by serious naturalists. You'll also find a nature guide that helps you understand what you're seeing, complete with illustrations of glaciers and the various types of whales. We'll show you how to get the best deals and how to maximize your time in the ports of call--all in one concise, pocket-sized volume.

From how to get the best deals to how to maximize one's time in ports of call, this new edition is on top of all the latest developments. Maps. Index. Line drawings.

Cruising is the perfect way to see America's last frontier--wildlife and wilderness abound along the state's breathtaking coastline, and are easily seen from the comfort of a deck chair or observation lounge. Thoroughly updated every year (unlike the rest of the competition), Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call is a compact guide that's on top of all the latest developments and offerings in the rapidly changing cruise industry. Our authors, both leading cruise journalists with years of experience, have compiled candid, first-hand reviews of each cruise line and each ship. The easy-to-use ratings, detailed drawings of each ship, and honest evaluations make it easy for you to find the cruise that suits your budget and your personal style, whether you want a luxury liner with fine dining or a small-ship cruise led by serious naturalists. You'll also find a nature guide that helps you understand what you're seeing, complete with illustrations of glaciers and the various types of whales. We'll show you how to get the best deals and how to maximize your time in the ports of call--all in one concise, pocket-sized volume. For an in-depth guide to the rest of the state, check out Frommer's Alaska.

Cruising is the perfect way to see America’s last frontier—wildlife and wilderness abound along the state’s breathtaking coastline, and are easily seen from the comfort of a deck chair or observation lounge. Thoroughly updated every year (unlike the rest of the competition), Frommer’s Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call is a compact guide that’s on top of all the latest developments and offerings in the rapidly changing cruise industry. Our author, a leading cruise journalists with years of experience, has compiled candid, first-hand reviews of each cruise line and each ship. The easy-to-use ratings, detailed drawings of each ship, and honest evaluations make it easy for you to find the cruise that suits your budget and your personal style, whether you want a luxury liner with fine dining or a small-ship cruise led by serious naturalists. You’ll also find a nature guide that helps you understand what you’re seeing, complete with illustrations of glaciers and the various types of whales. We’ll show you how to get the best deals and how to maximize your time in the ports of call—all in one concise, pocket-sized volume.

Cruising is the perfect way to see America's last frontier—wildlife and wilderness abound along the state's breathtaking coastline, and are easily seen from the comfort of a deck chair or observation lounge. Thoroughly updated every year (unlike the rest of the competition), Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call is a compact guide that's on top of all the latest developments and offerings in the rapidly changing cruise industry. Our authors, both leading cruise journalists with years of experience, have compiled candid, first-hand reviews of each cruise line and each ship. The easy-to-use ratings, detailed drawings of each ship, and honest evaluations make it easy for you to find the cruise that suits your budget and your personal style, whether you want a luxury liner with fine dining or a small-ship cruise led by serious naturalists. You'll also find a nature guide that helps you understand what you're seeing, complete with illustrations of glaciers and the various types of whales. We'll show you how to get the best deals and how to maximize your time in the ports of call—all in one concise, pocket-sized volume. For an in-depth guide to the rest of the state, check out Frommer's Alaska.

Experience the best a place has to offer on the cruise that's right for you. Frommer's. Your trip begins with us. Exact prices, including brochure rates, with tips on how to find deep discounts, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget. Extensive descriptions of all the major ships sailing in Alaska, with information on everything from cabins and ship facilities to shore excursions and recreational activities. Comprehensive ship ratings that grade the essential elements of a cruise experience (dining, activities, children's programs, public areas, cleanliness, and overall enjoyment) from "poor" to "outstanding." Complete coverage of the Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska, with off-the-beaten-path experiences and new takes on top attractions. Bonus wildlife guide in the appendix highlights the animals you're most likely to see-from whales to bald eagles to bears.