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[eglon999]

Originally Posted by wandering gnome

Board girl,

Where did you find your $499 Alaskan cruises?

A few web sites for the cruise discounters had ocean view cabins on Princess for around 550 for 7 nights in June (also May) 2008. I'm new to the board so I don't know if it is OK to post names of these web sites. I look for availability in the next 90 days.

You have a better chance of good weather in July, but I have been to Alaska in July and experienced a cold rainy day on a glacier tour. The weather varied a lot on that trip. Still a great experience.

[x3skier]

Inside cabins to Alaska are not that bad. If its weather is too bad on deck, go to the Bar or other location with big windows which are usually not that crowded during the day while at sea. We were usually on deck during the day and found it pleasant (most of time). YMMV

Cheers

[BoardGirl]

7-DAY VOYAGE OF THE GLACIERS
Sail from Anchorage (Whittier) to Vancouver, B.C., Canada
AIR ADD-ONS AVAILABLE*
SHIPS 2008 DEPARTURE DATES INTERIOR
Fares from
Sapphire Princess® Jul 5 $462*
Diamond Princess® Jul 12, 26 $562*

[BoardGirl]

Originally Posted by eglon999

A few web sites for the cruise discounters had ocean view cabins on Princess for around 550 for 7 nights in June (also May) 2008. I'm new to the board so I don't know if it is OK to post names of these web sites. I look for availability in the next 90 days.

You have a better chance of good weather in July, but I have been to Alaska in July and experienced a cold rainy day on a glacier tour. The weather varied a lot on that trip. Still a great experience.

Yes, you can post such things here. We don't have the same rules as Cruise Critic.

[BoardGirl]

Originally Posted by x3skier

Inside cabins to Alaska are not that bad. If its weather is too bad on deck, go to the Bar or other location with big windows which are usually not that crowded during the day while at sea. We were usually on deck during the day and found it pleasant (most of time). YMMV

Cheers

I agree. My basic minimum is to be On The Ship. Even with the unexpected balcony, we didn't spend much time in the cabin/on the balcony. I'm not really someone that wants to stay in my room and that would hold true no matter what category of cabin.

I will always book an inside cabin and if I never again get an upgrade, that's ok.

[Pianodinosaur]

Originally Posted by wandering gnome

Board girl,

Where did you find your $499 Alaskan cruises?

You may consider Discount Cruises, Last Minute Cruises, Cruise, Cruise Line, Cruise Vacation. You can book all kinds of last minute cruise deals, trains, and hotels for a discount. I have used HGVC points for cruises and found it to be very easy and effective. I have used vacationstogo and HGVC to book a combination train tour and TS vacation.

[btcctomtb]

If you are still considering an Alaskan Cruise. Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas has really great prices for 08/22 for U.S. Military Or residents from many U.S. States, Base and Port Chrges as low as $769 For Ocean View cabins.

Keep in mind that the prices you see online do not include govt taxes which are HIGH for Alaskan Cruises Approx. $119.00 Per Person Plus Fuel Surcharges Which now are $7-$9 per person per day.

The Current Published Price for the Radiance of the Seas 08/22/2008 for an ocean view is $849.00 Per Person but when you add taxes and Fuel Surcharges the Total price for this cabin is $2047.78 which brings the price to $1023.89 Per person

If you are Retired Military, Active Duty Military, or Honorable Dicharge Military your price for this same cabin would be $1747.48 or $873.89 Per person TOTAL

If you live in AZ,CA,GA,IL,MA,MD,MI,MN,MO,NM,NV,NY,OH,OK,OR,PA,TX ,WA And do not qualify for the Military rate you would pay $1947.78 or $973.89 per person TOTAL

Or if you are over the age of 55 You would pay $1887.78 or $943.89 Per Person TOTAL

And finally if you are a Canadian Citizen you would pay $1847.78 or $923.89 Per Person TOTAL.

This is a great example of why you should use a Travel Agent. Most, but not all of us will research all promotions like these to get you the best deal. (keeps you coming back)

All the above prices Include everything that you will pay until you start charging stuff to your cabin. Base Fare, Port Charges, Fuel Surcharges and Govt. Taxes.

As a Side note If you are Canadian (Or most other foriegn Countries) Please ask your agent for rates in USD as most cruise lines are not friendly to foriegn Currencies. With the USD being about weak you will come out ahead.

One last side note Southbound Alaskan Cruises always seem to have best prices.

[TimeshareVon]

When considering a cruise that says Anchorage (Whittier) be careful. That is frankly like saying "Washington, DC (Baltimore)" in that it is close to two hours by car from Anchorage to Whittier . . . and Whittier is really in a very remote area.

[bfdretired]

We will be taking first cruise to alaska in aug of 2009 and now realize whittier is a trip from anchorage....reviews say good and bad things....my question is are there decent hotel room available in whittier and are there excursions available in ths area....and are there any other highlights that are a must see...ship stops insitka juneau skagway and ketchikan.......thanks for any help
john

[funtime2]

We are going on an Alaskan Cruise the first week of Sept. (cruisetour) southbound with an inside cabin. We do not plan on spending time in the cabin. Family and friends total of 12 people will be with us. With elevators getting around should not be a problem no matter where you are. I would rather spend my money on seeing places than on an upgraded room. With flight from RDU including tranfers and taxes (except fuel charge if there is one by then) the cost is $2349 per person for the 10 day cruisetour. Yes, it is thru a travel agency.