It was published by princess cruises and has a total of 298 pages in the book. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Cruisetours combine the sevenday voyage of the glaciers cruise with a three to sevennight stay on land. The spectacular views, encounters with wildlife from the safety of the ship and getting a taste of the native culture are just a few of the reasons so many flock to this frozen wonderland. A cruise crews guide to juneau, alaska a jaunt with joy. The alaska cruise companion, a complete book and illustrated map set by joe upton paperback january 1, 2007 by joe upton author. A naturalists guide to alaska s inside passage rachel cartwright on. I ordered it by phone from princess well in advance of my trip so that i. That said, we have had 3 price reductions since bookings.
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The alaska cruise companion, a complete book and illustrated map set by joe upton. The ship docked within easy walking distance of ketchikan, juneau and skagway. A naturalists guide to alaskas inside passage 9781889467368 by rachel cartwright and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. If you book early, you get a wider selection of cabins, if you have location preferences, etc. Wedged between 5000ft peaks and an inlet filled with salmon and whales, the big apple of the north is unlike any other city. Call us at call our cruise specialists at 18009614635 carnival cruises alaska departure ports if you are looking for carnival cruise alaska sailings, carnival cruises features alaska sailings from the port of seattle. Cruise pricing is a fluid medium, and there are a number of strategies you can use to save money on the booking price.
Call 1800 princess and ask for a copy to have the book sent to your address. Juneau is alaskas capital city, and is a popular portofcall for cruise ships sailing the inside passage. Was supposed to come with 2 maps which is a big part of why we bought it. In alaska, cabin location is a factor but not as much as you think. Oceania cruises offers the best cruises to alaska on 710 night itineraries, typically departing from seattle or vancouver. To curb my spending but keep my excitement going, i am going go read some books set at my post destinations to get myself geared up for the beauty, history, and culture.
The book and this website covers routes, alaska cruise ports, walks around the ports. Here you can still escape civilization and witness the grandeur of. An oceanview stateroom with balcony offers a scenic view and more space. Prices including delivery for the alaska cruise companion. Fans of alexander mccall smith, the author of the no. How to book a cruise to alaska fodors travel talk forums. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. A milebymile guide and map showing princess cruises route to alaska. I ordered it by phone from princess well in advance of my trip so that i could read it ahead of time. I purchased this book on a 7 day cruise through alaskas inside passage. Alaska cruise tours offer alaskas favorite destinations and off the beaten path treasures. Call us at call our cruise specialists at 18009614635 carnival cruises alaska departure ports if you are looking for carnival cruise alaska sailings, carnival cruises features alaska sailings from the. Aug 16, 2015 looking for 7 day alaska cruise from seattle in early to midmayim a retired swa employeewhat would be my rate for an inside cabin, or for a balcony cabin per person my friend is not airline at alland where on ship is best if you have motion sickness, and can i get that room location locked in for the cruise. Watch the skyscrapers of downtown vancouver disappear behind the trees of stanley park as you glide beneath the lions gate bridge, relive the wild drama of the gold rush era in skagway.
Cabin location tips for cruises to alaska cruise fever. Remote in location at the base of mount roberts, its only accessible by boat or seaplane. As a bonus, you can now take advantage of this exclusive offer when you book online, making it easier than ever to save on your next cruise vacation. According to the alaska cruising report, 37 ships ranging in capacity from just six guests to nearly 2,700 passengers provide a wide range of dedicated alaska cruise. I received word on 53 from author joe upton saying. Lonely planets cruise ports alaska is your passport to the most relevant, uptodate advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Im going on my first cruise this september to alaska with holland america. According to the alaska cruising report, 37 ships ranging in capacity from just six guests to nearly 2,700 passengers provide a.
The other thing i have used is a 5 year old copy of milepost. May 03, 2011 here are five books on our book shelves that we think are good background reading before you visit the state. Dive into this city of parks, museums and restaurants and youll see why almost half the states population calls it home. Alaska cruise tours offer alaska s favorite destinations and off the beaten path treasures. Cruise ports alaska anchorage pdf chapter lonely planet us. Drawing on authorities at the universities of alaska and british columbia, alaska by cruise ship is a reliable reference book for passengers travelling to this fascinating cruise destination.
The alaska cruise companion meet your next favorite book. Complete with reference pages on birds, boats, fish and whales. Apr 10, 2017 fans of alexander mccall smith, the author of the no. A naturalists guide to alaskas inside passage by rachel cartwright. We were originally booked to do a whale watching excursion in juneau. The alaska cruise companion, a complete book and illustrated map set by joe upton joe upton on. Princess commissioned awardwinning author joe upton to create a book and map set keyed to a milemarker system that follows your cruise or cruisetour route. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. It was written by a princess cruise line naturalist and looks as though it was published directly byfor princess, although it follows the typical route for a 7 day cruise through this area, so im sure it. More than a guide, the coastal companion is a fascinating meander up the coast, with stories, maps and photographs, all keyed to the authors unique milemarker system for easier orientation along these complex waterways. From seattle and vancouver in the south to seward, anchorage and fairbanks in the north. The 8th edition has been revised and updated and includes over 400 color photographs and maps and with all aspects of this exciting cruise. Packed with photography, its a great way to follow along when cruising alaska.
I read it today, and marked a few things on my map, but weve already booked. The alaska cruise companion paperback january 1, 2008 by joe upton author 4. For over 20 years, this comprehensive guide has been a popular choice for readers planning a cruise to alaska. Sailing to alaska, one of the biggest potential mistakes travelers can make is to book a balcony stateroom and think doing so. Apr 15, 2017 reading the book s descriptions added value to those portions of the cruise. This cruise companion was written by a former princess c. This is the ketchikan chapter from lonely planets cruise ports alaska guidebook. This affordable cabin has two twin beds that make up into a queensize bed. I purchased this book on a 7 day cruise through alaska s inside passage. The dark lines on the map are the major cruise ship routes. It allows princess cruise and cruise tour passengers to easily reference their position to the map and the fascinating tales in the book.
Map is 22x34 inches, with lattitudelongitude grid so that you can find your position either from information available on the ship, your own gps, or the map function if you have it on your cell phone. The alaska cruise companion book and map set princess. If doing it over i would borrow the alaska books from the library even do interlibrary loan if your library doesnt have them and then spend most of your time right here. Bring magnets to put it on your stateroom wall btw. Fodors the complete guide to alaska cruises gives a good overview of alaska cruise ports, and includes a detailed pullout map of alaska. Click to see our best cruisetour prices, or visit our cruisetour calendar. The key to this book s enduring popularity is the lavish 22 x 34foldout map with a numbering system for ease of following your ships position. Best cruises to alaska oceania cruise destinations. He created the alaska cruise companion in 1997 for princess cruises and then the. Today, golden princess will be cruising the coastal waters of british columbia. And finally, the stories of each ports history were thoroughly entertaining and interesting. A cruise up the alaskan coastline has become the vacation to take for people from all around the world.
The first picture book in this series, penned by a holland america line cruise ship captain, is about a ship named peter who teaches. Ive been checking different cruise lines websites and the choices are. In particular, the large, pullout map was a great supplement to the smaller, focused maps in the book sections. The alaska cruise handbook sold aboard princess ships as the alaska cruise companion with a different cover is joes impressive book and map set, filled with his wonderful alaska stories as well as all the information youll need to have a great alaska cruise. Day 1 fairbanks the transfer between the fairbanks airport and the hotel is included. This is the anchorage chapter from lonely planets cruise ports alaska guidebook. Heres a great way to explore every mile of it, including the inside passage. Cruise ports alaska ketchikan pdf chapter lonely planet us. Providing exceptional experiences both onboard and onshore, oceanias voyages are perfect for cruise enthusiasts, firsttime cruisers or multigenerational families traveling together. Alaskas first city earns its moniker not from its history, but from its position at the extreme south of the alaskan panhandle, making it first port of call for practically every cruise ship tracking up the inside passage. Best travel agency to books alaska cruise and land trip. My favorite excursion was a trip to mendenhall glacier in juneau.
The map uses a numbering system based on seattle as mile zero. The thing to watch out for if purchasing online other than the presence of that map is the. Alaska port guide alaska is a land shaped by epic geologic forcesone of the worlds last true wildernesses. The book and this website covers routes, alaska cruise ports, walks around the ports, shore excursions, and much more. He created the alaska cruise companion in 1997 for princess cruises and then the alaska cruise handbook, available in bookstores and aboard most alaska cruise ships. One of the great gems of the book is the removable map in the back, and i didnt want to risk getting a used copy that was. There is a map included with the alaska cruise companion book which is sold on board. Does anyone know if this book is available onboard for purchase or only precruise. Some 30 large cruise ships will be plying alaskan waters this season, with princess cruises bringing a seventh ship to alaska the 2,670passenger sapphire princess. The alaska cruise companion, a complete book and illustrated. Not only was the glacier beautiful, we saw a bear with her two cubs on the hiking trail.
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