Considering cruising in Alaska and wondering what you get with a big ship vs. a small ship or vice versa? Join us as we explore the differences between the two for Alaskan cruises, focusing on the Inside Passage. We discuss ship sizes, itineraries, cultural immersion, pricing, and personal preferences, providing insights to help you choose the right cruise for your dream vacation in The Last Frontier.
Here are some helpful links from our conversation:
- These are the most amazing binoculars that we ALWAYS bring to Alaska.
- Celebrity Edge was the big ship we explored the Inside Passage on. See photos from our experience with additional info about the Dawes Glacier itinerary, and read more about the different suite classes with Celebrity.
- We visited Sitka to start our Alaskan Dream Cruises Inside Passage Sojourn (see how close the ship was to the waterfall we discuss!). Also, check out Mikkel modeling the waterproof paints and jacket we mention!
- For additional reading, learn more about luxury cruise options in Alaska and compare large and small ships. (Tune into a future episode when we deep dive into this topic!)
- You’ll find the binoculars and other must-pack items in our easy-to-access
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