50 Alaska Cruise Tips: Must know tricks and advice!

Are you planning an Alaska cruise this year? We have our list of FIFTY cruise tips I wish I knew before I ever took my first cruise to Alaska that I think will totally benefit you!

Whether it's your first Alaska cruise or not, I think these tips will help with your Alaska cruise planning.

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[ModernMyths]

I went during Fall and it was the salmon Spawning season. In ketchikan alaska, I watched as the salmon was spawning up stream in the middle of the town. it was even cooler seeing seals also swimming up stream enjoying all that salmon as well.
2 big tips I can give is this.
1. Bring a Back Pack when you go off the ship. I found multiple days where I would have it cold in the morning, then it warmed up. So I would take off a layer and put it in my backpack instead of carrying it around. I also put my souvenirs in it as well instead of carrying it around everywhere.
2. Vacuum Bags! I saw a tip and used them. AND THEY HELPED SOO MUCH! Winter clothes are big and bulky. I saved soo much room in my bag using just 1. I can't stop using them for cruises.

[vincestilla]

We prefer the Buffet as opposed to the Dining Room, however, the rare time we do go to the Dining Room its always a table for ourselves. The Buffet works best for us...no rushing after a port day, instant food available -no waiting huge selection available for unique diets (vegan), eat when we want-no timing issues or schedules to keep.

[ste]

@Royal Caribbean, I do enjoy your videos and tips. I know it takes more time but i would be extremely helpful to key the videos. Creating jump to links for each tip. I feel it will add a quick overview and where to jump to when sharing these videos.

[RaymondMullen-tj]

You are 100 & 10 % Right about Alaska Cruise, We are going for Our
6th Cruise and it's a Back-to-Back instead of the Land-Sea- Cruise on
PRINCESS. Always TRAVEL INSURANCE, don't leave Home without it ..

[carlosescobar]

Matt!!!! I just told my wife that our next cruise was going to be an Alaskan cruise!! Perfect timing!!

[teetee]

I definitely overpacked my first trip to Alaska. I wore about half of my clothing and gear. We utilized the laundry service midway through and then again on the last day because we spent a few extra days exploring Seattle. My advice: pack layers, but only bring the comfy stuff.

[stormpreplady]

When you go to Sitka, there is a main street down from the Orthodox Church in the roundabout. The shops along there are AMAZING. I got a silver handmade ring in a local artists' consignment shop, and the most gorgeous hand spun and dyed purple yarn from a very unassuming, tiny craft store. I am from Florida, and I wanna go back and do another Alaska cruise!

[christinevillela]

Thank you! Board Quantum in about 2 weeks to enjoy the chilly Alaska coast.

[joecichlid]

Food and drink to try that I have come across over the years:
Juneau - Devil's Club Brewery. Great local beers and some really good food.
Take a walk to the end of the piers and there are some amazing Filipino food trucks. With so many ship's crew from the Philippines there is a demand for food that reminds them of home and their families. Be willing to try something different and yummy.

Icy Strait Point - The Fisherman's Daughter. It is well towards the far end of town but so worth the walk. The chance to eat fresh Alaskan fish (and not just salmon) is something not to pass up. I tried the Southern Fried Yellow Eye sandwich and will be getting it again in a few weeks. Yes, it is thst good.

[ronv]

Was waiting and #50 was what I learned on previous cruise, bring mostly basics (socks/ underwear/jacket) but buy when you get there. You won't be tempted to get too much.

[EricBarnhart]

Matt thanks for all of the great videos. I loved this one. Would you be willing to make a video for the Canada cruises? Are they basically similar? or have you already made one?

[stevenbarnes]

Just signed up for back to back cruises, reposition from LA to Vancouver, then right on to alaska on royal caribbean. Our third cruise and second alaskan cruise and cant wait until next may!.

[asbusinos]

100% agree about arriving 1 day early, 2 days if you can if you a tight connecting flight as there's a high probability of your checked in baggage will not arrive with you. If that happens, you're in a pickle. Don't ask me how I know😂

[dizzyraez]

I love cruises and have always wanted to try an Alaska cruise! It looks amazing!❤

[lindyduree]

It did not rain on our first Alaskan cruise. Everyone at every stop said how unusual the weather was that week. We have two more booked. We will see what happens.

[edvaira]

There are quite a few strong mall food courts around me in Southern California—-there were JUST TOO MANY MALLS plain and simple —the weak ones died, the strong ones survived

[donaholt-momf]

Just booked land and sea 13 night on Radiance in 2 bedroom owner suite. Can't wait

[sharonh]

I don't need to buy any extra clothes. I live in Illinois. It gets cold here.

[SHADOW-xwlq]

Thanks for the heads up. First time cruiser. Going in June

[jakeswanson]

Could you do a video on cruising in Northern Europe (Germany, Norway, Netherlands, Denmark). Also traveling to England from the states, could you go over on travel tips to and from and also getting to Southampton.