7 Days Exploring Alaska By Cruise Ship - Was it Worth it?

Ever wondered what it's like to explore Alaska on one of the world's coolest cruise ships? From go-karts to icebergs, join me on an incredible 7-day adventure.

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the biggest and most exciting cruise ships in the world, where I spent 7 days exploring Alaska. I saw and did things on this cruise that if I hadn’t seen them with my own eyes, I would not have believed that they were real. From music to shows to food to icebergs and go-karts, our cruise had it all.

This video is just one part of a series. Check out the other videos from this cruise here:

I have wanted to return to Alaska ever since I took my first cruise when I was 11 years old, that cruise was onboard the Norwegian Spirit and I wanted to recreate that cruise as much as possible. This time on the much newer and bigger Norwegian Encore.

I loved the trip so much back then but I didn’t know if it could possibly live up to my expectations as an adult. I wasn’t sure that we would have enough time to explore both the ports and the ship, and as I had travelled over 4700 miles to take this cruise, it definitely felt like a gamble, one that I hoped would pay off!

We boarded the ship in Seattle, and I was very happy to be given an embarkation time of 11.30, I love being onboard a cruise ship for lunch. That for me is always a great way to start a cruise. I have boarded cruises in the past at 8pm or even at midnight so 11:30 in the morning was fantastic.

In total, embarkation took us around half an hour, and because we’d already watched the safety video on our phone, we just had to check into our safety muster station on the ship. After that we were free to explore and to eat.

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[EmmaCruises]

Hey hey! Thanks so much for watching. 😀❤This video is just one part of a series. There's more to explore here:

Ps, you’ll see the ‘paid promotion’ button or ‘ad’ on all content related to this trip, as I was on a press trip when I filmed it (meaning I didn’t pay a cruise fare). I was onboard creating a video for Norwegian's channel which is very exciting. Not sure what 11-year-old me, who took her first Norwegian cruise, would think of that?! I'd probably think... What is YouTube?? haha. 😀🛳

Pps, thank you for reading all the way down here. Say the word ‘trampoline’ so I know you got to the deep end of the comment. 😂🏊‍♀

[lynluebker]

Hey Emma! It's Lyn! My family and I were so honored to invite you to see our aft cabin. I was still aghast that it was really you that I happen to have run into in the Haven. Meeting you was one of the highlights of our cruise.

[Motomama]

Hey! You can see my arm at 2:21. 🤣 Enjoyed meeting you, Emma! Thanks again for having lunch with me. Cheers!

[MartySulls]

Massive respect to Emma for taking the time to respond to peoples comments. That is so cool and doesn't go unnoticed. Thank you. From a fan.

[Trektrendy]

It’s great to see newer ships sailing the Alaska routes. Brilliant video as usual Emma

[jturie]

We did Encore Alaska last year with in-laws. Ship had 4600 passengers and was crowded, but we still had a fantastic time. My wife got called onstage for Choir of Man. District Brewhouse was our go-to. sister in law had the time of her life, but she unfortunately passed in January at only 53. Will forever cherish the memory. RIP Jeneen.

[SenorGonzo]

Orca Emma is probably just as fascinated with boats. That explains the orcas flipping those yachts.

[Steeyuv]

‘If I could read people’s text messages from deck 8 I absolutely would’ - I laughed much more than was appropriate! I don’t take cruise holidays but I do love your channel Emma, thank you.

[kevinbarrett]

I do so enjoy all of your videos Emma. I got old and ill and I cannot get out really. I am always in great spirits after watching one of your pacy and uplifting diaries. Surely this is one of your best. I am delighted that you show me the world. Kevin

[salsanacho]

I agree that the observation lounge on an alaskan cruise is the best place to hang out. Sitting there with a beer is a terrific way to relax in the afternoon.

[nobrains]

My wife and are are UK born but have lived in Victoria for the last 13 years, you could definitely spent a *lot* more time here. We just finished our first cruise ever yesterday, a 12 day 'Land cruise', travelling across Alaska and the Yukon and finishing with four days on board, seeing Skagway, Glacier Bay and Ketchikan. I'd totally recommend the experience to anyone nervous about the 'another day, another port' aspect of cruising.

[WayneSchowalter]

This was a gorgeous video. The visuals were not only phenomenal outside but also inside. Such saturated colors! And, as usual, your editing leaves me amazed. Also, lots of great humor, not the least of which was the “separate stomach for desserts.” Thanks, Emma!

[didiermcginnis]

You said it perfect don't matter how pictures you take or how many times you stare it just doesn't look real.
Alaska is just an unreal place, what a beautiful scenery

[petebrown]

I loved your joyful commentary in this video. Thank you for exposing us to your amazing travels!

[itsmephil]

I can't afford a cruise at the moment....Watching Emma's videos is the net best think 👍🏼

[OkieJammer]

Delightful commentary! You do so well, Emma. Beautiful, informative video. Thank you!

[joelsense]

I watched every video I could before our trip, thought I knew what I would see, not even close. Nothing captures what you see except being there.

[soulfullmusic]

A lot of work went in to this, Thank You Emma.

[locustsun]

My wife and I honeymoon'd on this ship and it was our first cruise, we LOVED this cruise and its the main reason we would go back. The spa is amazing, the food was great, and the extras were all worth it. Sharing was a must on the foods and especially if you go get a drink.

Also, Victoria itself looks amazing!!!

[ClaudeYoung]

I have never gone on a cruise but after discovering this channel I think i'm definitely going to go on one, maybe even this Alaska trip if possible. Cheers for all the cool vids!!!