Thursday, May 7, 2009

Why to Go on an Alaska Cruising Trip

By Arthur K. Santos

A cruise in Alaska is an absolutely extraordinary experience. You may have spoken to buddies or family who have already gone on Alaska cruises, and the likelihood is that they simply went on and on about their cruising experience.

So just what is it that makes a cruise in Alaska such a singular and unique vacation? For one thing, the views you'll see in the Inside Passage are astounding.

The glaciers are extraordinary, huge flows of ice that ceaselessly break off into enormous chunks, which plunge into the waters below. Then there are the astounding mountain ranges, which range up to twenty thousand feet, some inside just miles of the shore, making for a really impressive sight.

Of course, what brings many folks to Alaska is the simply abounding wildlife. From Kodiaks and Polar bears grizzly bears and black bears, Alaska has a wonderful variety of wildlife.

Now, the odds are you will not be spotting a polar bear on your Alaska vacation, however there is actually an excellent likelihood that you will see grizzlies and bald eagles, especially in the event that you are taking one of very many available shore excursions.

But the best part of all about a cruise in Alaska is the superb range of shore trips available, both during stops and before or after your cruise. You can do a huge variety of things, from white water rafting down glacial-fed streams and rivers to dog sledding high atop the huge glaciers themselves.

For a more calming shore trip, you can take expeditions into a preserve for bald eagles or partake in a amazing train ride into Yukon Gold Rush country. The options are virtually limitless and range between cheap and quite costly.

So there really are just so many good reasons that taking a vacation to Alaska is one holiday you'll simply never forget. No matter what cruise you select, you are certain to have an incredibly memorable time. - 16887

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