*If you have any questions that aren't answered in this post, please leave them in the comments section where I do my best to answer all Alaska related questions directly!
My Essential Alaska Travel Resources :
There are a lot of travel companies out there, but some are better than others. These are my favorite websites and resources to help plan an incredible trip to the 49th State. For flights, I recommend using WayAway or Hopper to compare the cheapest dates to travel to Alaska. Car rentals, arguably the best way to see Alaska, are best through Discover Cars! I always use AGODA for hotels. They have an easy-to-use platform where you can compare the best rates. To keep cell phone service if you're traveling internationally, I always use Airalo’s easy to purchase eSIM’s (no installation required). For fun things to do, I recommend Viator to find the best tours in the area, otherwise Klook also does the trick. Just in case, Safetywing is the insurance I always use for travel insurance. Lastly, my Alaska packing list for your travels to the Last Frontier. What to Expect on the 26 Glacier Cruise
The 26 Glacier Cruise departs just one block from the port and downtown area of Whittier, Alaska. Because this is a popular cruise, you'll want to book your tickets as early in advance as you can. With two options to choose from (The Glacier Quest Cruise or the 26 Glacier Cruise) the main difference is that the 26 Glacier Cruise is a full day experience and goes much further through Prince William Sound than the Glacier Quest Cruise. Since this is a seasonal cruise, cruises only depart once a day from May to the beginning of October.
No matter the month you're planning to head out on the 26 Glacier Cruise, you'll want to plan ahead. Here are some things I recommend that you make sure you have with you to make the most of your cruise :
My Favorite Tours near Whittier :
- Phillips Cruises 26 Glacier Tour - Whittier to Anchorage Brewery Tour My Review - Is the Cruise Worth It?
My personal opinion is that the 26 Glacier Cruise is 100% worth is. I went with my husband and in-laws, and on our full day tour we had some of the best seafood chowder, saw multiple glacier calvings, and had an incredible wildlife day with seals, sea otters, sea lions, all kinds of seabirds, and even a black bear.
Although the boats are quite large and can fit a decent amount of people, we never felt too crowded and were always able to have excellent views of the wildlife and glaciers. Plus, just like they guaranteed, no one in our group had any sea sickness. Unlike other cruises we've been on in Alaska, their reserved seating made the entire boarding process super easy, and I loved that they had USB plugins right at each table. They also had a State Park Ranger onboard to answer any questions guests had about wildlife or the area. Similar to other cruises in Alaska, they brought up some glacier ice for glacier drinks, and narrated a majority of the cruise so you can learn more about the local history, culture, and wildlife!
If your budget allows, I highly recommend looking into this private Prince William Sound tour with Lazy Otter Charters!
Watch my Whittier Adventures here!
Other Alaska blog posts you might be interested in :
-> Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruise - Major Marines Kenai Fjords Cruise
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I'm Deborah👋🏼
In 2021 my husband Tyler convinced me to move to Alaska. After living there for a year (then leaving to take a year long world trip) we realized there was no place we loved more. So now we're back - and I'm here to share all my best tips and hidden gems to make Your Alaskan Adventures the best they can be. My favorite travel & outdoor gear is available right here! Use this link to shop all my favorite Alaska necessities! This blog and all content is free to you, however, when you purchase through referral or affiliate links on our site I may earn a small commission with no extra cost to you! --- Learn more here about our affiliates and privacy policy. --- Links look like this, and are tours and products I only personally recommend! --- Join Travel Payouts or Rock Porch to earn affiliates on your own sites! Planning a trip outside Alaska? Check out our blog Raarup Adventures for international vacation ideas or Deborah in Korea for adventures in South Korea! |