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Alaska

Alaska

Destinations

Glacier-rich itineraries with both small-ship and premium options.

Where to Sail

Alaska

Ocean Cruising

Alaska

Inside Passage sailings between Vancouver or Seattle and Seward, with calls at Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, and Glacier Bay. Smaller ships reach Tracy Arm, Endicott Arm, and the smaller villages of the Alexander Archipelago. Combine with a Denali land extension for the full Alaska experience.

When to Go

Late May through early September. June for long daylight, August and early September for wildlife and stronger fall color.

Transformed by Travel

A destination journey I designed.

A real client itinerary — what they asked for, what I booked, and what they said when they got home.

A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition — lead photo
A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition — supporting photo
A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition — supporting photo

Client Journey

A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition

Ed, Karen, Michael & Emily

What the client asked for

A fully curated land-and-sea journey designed for travelers seeking Alaska without the need to fly. Two couples planning an Alaska cruise sought a creative solution for one traveler who preferred not to fly — the result was a fully immersive rail-and-cruise expedition that transformed transportation into part of the experience.

What I booked for them

The journey began with an Amtrak sleeper route from Texas to the West Coast, continuing through Los Angeles and up to Seattle before boarding a seven-night Alaska cruise with balcony accommodations for uninterrupted views of Alaska's dramatic coastline. Shore experiences included private whale watching, glacier region excursions, and time with sled-dog puppies. After the cruise, the journey continued by rail with an overnight stay in Chicago before returning home across the Midwest. Custom spiral-bound travel guides outlined every segment — train routes, cruise details, and curated experiences.

"Fantastic tour. We had a fabulous time. No rain and clear visibility the entire trip. Thanks for arranging it!"

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