The Alaska Cruise Handbook: A Mile-by-Mile Guide
by Joe Upton
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Author: Joe UptonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Format: Folded Map
Published: 2008-03
ISBN: 0979491509
Number of pages: 287
Publisher: Coastal Publishing
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Book Review: A Great Guide Book
Summary: 5 Stars
Planning a cruise to Alaska? This is a wonderful book to read both before you go and to take with you on the ship. It has many interesting stories about the state. Mr. Upton has been a resident of Alaska and offered tips on things that would have been unknown to the average tourist on a cruise ship. For instance, excursions may be bought on the ship but are usually rather expensive. He pointed out that sometimes you can go on the dock and find similar excursions at a better price by local vendors. He also said that sometimes cab drivers would give you a one-on-one tour for very little as well. We did this in Juneau and had a very interesting Klingit driver who told us many local stories and took us to some out of the way places for some great pictures. He also told which excursions were really worthwhile to spend your money on.(The Skagway RailRoad)
A map comes with the book and shows you mile by mile where the ship is. Other helpful things that he talked about in the book were the background of each of the towns that the ship visited as well as the glaciers,etc. He also talked about the fishing and the wildlife in the different areas. If you can only afford one book for your trip to Alaska, this would definitely be the one to buy.
Summary of The Alaska Cruise Handbook: A Mile-by-Mile Guide
Enjoy every minute of your Alaska vacation! With this comprehensive guide to the sights and stops on Alaska and Northwest Passage cruises, you can plan your trip and choose the ports and excursions that you find most appealing. With the author's own wonderful Alaska stories and information on wildlife, native culture, landmarks, historical sites, shopping, and more, you won't miss a thing.Upton's Handbook traces the route used by most Alaska cruises, with maps and text keyed to a route numbering/navigational system that is frequently announced onboard, allowing the passenger to easily follow his ship's progress from Mile One.
The beautifully illustrated maps and color photography keep you informed throughout your journey, making a wonderful souvenir when it ends.
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