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You’ve probably seen ads for luxury cruise ships on television or online. There are some great deals out there, but there are also a lot of scams and deceptive marketing ploys. Here is an overview of what you need to know about the Best Luxury Alaska Cruise before you book! Things you Need to Know …

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Wondering what it is like to cruise to Alaska? Especially during the shoulder season? My first trip to Alaska will certainly be packed with breathtaking landscapes, mostly good weather conditions, and once-in-a-lifetime events. If you’re unsure if a trip to Alaska is right for you or are just getting started arranging your Alaskan cruise season, …

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The most pleasurable time to visit the state of Alaska is during the winter months. It is during these months that tourists catch a glimpse of the true Alaska, without all the excessive spring and summer crowds. Don’t get me wrong, visiting Alaska during the summer months is great too, but winter in Alaska is …

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Being in Ketchikan, Alaska and taking a “spirit bear photo tour” with Captain Jim Holston got me to thinking about the history of the Native Alaskan tribes. I was wondering about the meanings of the “black bear paw tattoo”, the bear paw print tattoo I saw on the totem pole carver’s arms, and bear culture …

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On my trip from Seattle to Alaska with Holland America, I noticed they talked quite a bit about black bears at the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary in Ketchikan. When you first arrive at the sanctuary, a naturalist guide joins you down a raised walk path. Soon he has us watching out for black bears in search …

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