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Q&A: which route and ship should we choose for Alaska cruise?

Question by Shingmine: which route and ship should we choose for Alaska cruise?
we are planning to go on a Alaska Cruise, which route and ship do you recomment?
Thanks,

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Answer by Time travler
I took a cruise/tour with Princess and it was my all time favorite cruise thus far. I have done 8 with Princess. We flew to Fairbanks, stayed overnight, then took a train to Denali, stayed there 3 nights, then took another train to the port. With Princess, you stay at there own lodges which are truly beautiful. We then sailed to Juneau, Ketichekan, and of course the inside passage. That was the best part, but I loved every thing about the trip and Princess has some of the best shore excursions ever.

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What should I expect on cruise to Alaska – Holland America?

Question by 1st_time_cruiser: What should I expect on cruise to Alaska – Holland America?
We are 1st time cruisers. We are taking Holland America’s Alaska cruise from Seattle in mid-Sept. 2006 aboard its “Zaandam” ship. We are taking 2 senior citizen couples with us. Will they have things to do? What do the staterooms look like? We have 3 Oceanview rooms. What can you tell me about food options – we are all vegetarians? What is included in the price we paid? Are spa services and fitness center use included or is there separate charges? What should we take with us for clothing? Will I have motion sickness? How to prevent/treat that? Any advice/info you can give me will be really helpful.

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Answer by SheBiggles
Ive not cruised to Alaska, but I’ve researched it. I recently did a world cruise (14 weeks) the ship was fab, food, entertainment, state rooms etc. Even better if you have an outside cabin with a balcony? By all acoubnts the Alaskan cruises are fabulous but cold, obviously. You will see whales and spectacularly haunting scenery….so don’t forget your camera!! Happy cruising!

Sorry….forgot the most important bit! All food is included, but not drinks. Wine with dinner is a rip off (so take a couple of bottles, then buy more and have a pre-dinner drink if you dont want to pay the prices) the gym is free to use for all and verty good, but if you want t apersonal trainer you have to pay. All entertainment is free. Take your currency with you as its expensive to change it onboard. Usually, if the ship is a largish one there will be a launderette so you can wash and iron your clothes…free. If you want to use the onboard dry cleaning service you have to pay. Don’t take too much luggage as you have to store all the cases in your state room and also there is not an awful lot of hanging space, remember it is better to get some washed or dry cleaned than to clutter your small room up. Ther entertainment programmes work in with the dinner sitings (1st or 2nd sitting) so you shouldn’t miss anything. I know you are going to Alaska so you need SOME warm clothing, but you can get really BADLY sunburnt at sea (the sun reflects off the water and you can get burnt in the SHADE) so take a hat and a good high factor sun screen. Hope this helps! Take motion sickness tabs as it can get rough at sea sometimes (they have a hospital and can give a shot but its unbelievably expensive!!) If you feel ill through motion sickness you MUST try to eat a little (dry crackers are good) if your stomach is completely empty you can feel worse. Hope its calm at sea for you. Enjoy!!

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How should I go about moving to Alaska?

Question by jacob: How should I go about moving to Alaska?
I am planning on moving to Alaska in the next couple of months and I don’t know what to do about all of my stuff. I want to bring my drum set and my car, but I really don’t wanna risk my life driving up there in my 1988 Honda Accord. I am going to fly and don’t know how to get that stuff up there. Any suggestions on how to get up there?

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Answer by Glacierwolf
You don’t want to bring anything you do not absolutly need. Heated storage here is pretty expensive.

Your 20 year old Honda has no business here. Sell it, buy a new vehicle with either all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. Buy a nice new vehicle where you are now – the same rig will cost 00 more here. The only people here who drive normal cars usually have a beefed up 4X4 in the driveway also for bad snowy days. This is a place where SUV is a need – not a luxury.

You cannot get major repair parts for old cars up here. Period. Your Honda dies – it stays dead. There are no infinite junk yards or discount foreign discount parts stores. YOU are responsible for finding the parts and getting them to your mechanic. There is no sense paying ,000 a year in repair bills to keep a 0 car running!! Everybody here buys new cars every few years because the cost of repair is so high, and, if your car breaks down in the wrong place you will freeze to death or loose parts of your body to frostbite.

Right now 50% of the gas stations in Canada along the Alcan highway are closed. In many places you will need to either chain up, or, wait a few days for the weather and roads to clear. Not a smart time to drive.

For the things you really need to send up – box them up and drive to a moving company. Best if you can fit it into a nice sturdy crate or white plastic container tote. They will ship them up here for you – probably go to Seattle and then by barge to Anchorage – this takes about 3 weeks but is by far the absolute least expensive way to go.

Hope this helps

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Q&A: When should I book tours in Alaska?

Question by Kat L: When should I book tours in Alaska?
I am visiting Alaska (Anchorage, Seward, and Talkeetna) mid to end of September. I would like to take the Prince William Sound cruise and Kenai Fjord half-day cruise. Should I book them online prior to going or should I book them once I get there? Would there be sales/specials if I was to book in person around the time of the cruise?

Thanks.

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Answer by vincentv247
If you are 99% sure you’re going, I would book them now so that you are guaranteed a spot.

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Will Alaska be a refuge during the Armageddon? Should I start packing?

Question by lazylazymo: Will Alaska be a refuge during the Armageddon? Should I start packing?
For many years, Sarah Palin attended a church that preaches that Alaska will be a refuge for Christians during the end times. When she and her new boyfriend John start World War III by attacking Russia, will that start the end times? Should I move to Alaska now? or wait until after the election. I’m scared. Thanks for your help.

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Answer by gimzani
If you are being serious – don’t be scared… …Obama’s the better Candidate, but if Sarah and Johnny win, it will only serve to prove what we all thought to be true.

American Elections ARE rigged!

Shalom

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Should I go the Alaskan Marine Highway, or the Al-Can?

Question by BarePaw: Should I go the Alaskan Marine Highway, or the Al-Can?
When I move to Anchorage this summer, should I take the ferry up the passage (Alaska Marine Highway) or take the Trans-Canada and Al-Can Highways? Which would be more scenic?

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Answer by No Shelter Here
My friend just drove there on the Al-Can from Dallas.. 5,000+ miles.. Took her like 2 weeks. Said it was hell of a drive.. Her pics speak for themselves.. It’s beautiful country.

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