8 Things I WISH I Knew BEFORE My Princess Cruisetour!

Planning a Princess Cruisetour to Alaska? Before you head to Denali, Fairbanks, or hop on the railway in Alaska, watch this video! I’m sharing 8 important things I wish I knew before taking a Princess land and sea vacation to Alaska — including tips on excursions, lodges, packing, meals, tours, and more. 👉 Whether you're going in 2025 or still deciding, these tips will help you avoid common mistakes and get the most out of your Alaskan adventure. 0:00-1:08. Northbound or Southbound Cruise? 1:09- 7:37 On Your Own or Denali Explorer? 7:38-9:32 Food and Gratuities 9:33- 10:16 What is the climate like? 10:17- 13:28 Denali National Park 13:29-14:09 Land Excursions 14:10-17:15 Denali Wilderness Lodge and Mt Mckinley Lodge 17:16-19:38. What to Pack 19:39- 25:19 How Luggage Transfers Work Link to Video Slides: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGlBvXTwXY/XuvRMM7LZgyo3WuyuQi8mA/view?utm_content=DAGlBvXTwXY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h49ac459ebf Pack for a 7 Day Alaska Cruise: What you MUST know! https://youtu.be/aVAxFwI1iQA?si=amRBeOlSteSgX-wA 8 Things We Wish We Knew BEFORE Our Alaska Cruise https://youtu.be/KWvx_u8KjBA?si=w27bxR4RK2eBXlzz Denali National Park Accessibility https://www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm My Travel Agent Rob at Cruise Sea-kers @CruiseSeakers facebook.com/cruise.seakers Rob 800-874-1847 Please note that this video is not sponsored. The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. Items to pack for your Alaskan Cruise: Leupold BX-1 McKenzie HD Binoculars, 10x50mm (181174) https://amzn.to/4jHGYuK Winter Scarf/Wrap: https://amzn.to/3ynOetc Waterproof Phone Pouch https://amzn.to/3QbFz2X Lightweight Foldable Waterproof Backpack. https://amzn.to/3w7lwMn Beanie. https://amzn.to/3U3DSpz Gloves https://amzn.to/4d3GJre Rain Jacket https://amzn.to/4d89mU3 Foldable Hat https://amzn.to/49PRNVT Fleece. https://amzn.to/4d2WdvE Women's Warm Jacket https://amzn.to/3wal5AR Men's Warm Jacket https://amzn.to/3wal5AR Windproof Travel Compact Umbrella https://amzn.to/4hvYyjQ Lightweight Waterproof Poncho https://amzn.to/41PhVhP Waterproof Rain Pants Women https://amzn.to/4hzOZ3f Waterproof Rain Pants Men https://amzn.to/4c6Qsgx Merino Wool Waterproof Brim Beanie Hat (The Large is plenty big) https://amzn.to/4bR7jUj Isotoner Womens Recycled Microsuede Water Repellent Cold Weather Gloves with Sherpasoft Lining https://amzn.to/4iI4lnT Isotoner Men's Recycled Microsuede and Berber Glove https://amzn.to/4iQogRc Hand Warmers https://amzn.to/41IzLTE Cruise Essentials 1. Magnet hooks and Strong Magnets https://amzn.to/3OngyQP and https://amzn.to/47ZZUQn 2. Hanging toiletry bags https://amzn.to/3QrSfnl 3. Travel sized containers for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, etc. https://amzn.to/3qefNBp 4. Elastic Sleeves for leak proofing https://amzn.to/3rUKEn6 5. Foldable mesh hampers https://amzn.to/45d224R 6. Non surge protected power bars https://amzn.to/3rWPIrd 7. Mini fan https://amzn.to/43UDnkC 8. Motion detector night light https://amzn.to/43XLX1U 9. Poo-Pouri Toilet Spray https://amzn.to/3s0xVPD 10. Bonine Non-Drowsy Motion Sickness Medicine 11. Luggage Tags https://amzn.to/3OF2LpV 12. Downey Wrinkle Release https://amzn.to/3Ks6nsV 13. Packing Cubes (LOVE!) https://amzn.to/3Kps2Sw 14. USB C Charger Block https://amzn.to/4ctb15m 15. Ice Bag https://amzn.to/48IB6Nd 16. Sleep Eye Mask https://amzn.to/3YD13tc Universal Travel Adapter (This is the one Emma Cruises recommends https://amzn.to/3V2xrVS Belkin BoostCharge Pro Flex Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (3M/10FT) (Make sure that you have plugs for USB-C if you are purchasing this cable) https://amzn.to/4c7uHwk iWALK Small Portable Charger 4500mAh Ultra-Compact Power Bank https://amzn.to/4340MkP Gear Tie Reusable 3-Inch Rubber Twist Tie https://amzn.to/3PcmU6O Luggage Scale https://amzn.to/48Jpo3e Beyond Laundry Detergent Strips https://amzn.to/48RIODu Travel Toothbrush Head Covers with Suction Cup https://amzn.to/49WzuyM Travel Toothbrush Head Cover for Oral B Electric or Regular Toothbrush https://amzn.to/4389ApN Steripod Razor-Clip-On Razor Protector https://amzn.to/3IqA38p Collapsible Water Bottles https://amzn.to/4389Ncz Water Bottle Holder Sling Bag Sleeve Carrier https://amzn.to/3V2Fm5B Lay-n-Go Cosmo Drawstring Cosmetic & Makeup Bag Organizer https://amzn.to/49Jf0di If you are looking for a full tour of the Denali Lodge, check out this video by 3rd Orbit Travelers and thanks to them for sharing a bit of their footage. https://youtu.be/QIGeYD_JB1A?si=yS7LVYbNz7AIExJZ