Name: First Cruise to Alaska? Avoid These 11 Mistakes!
Uploaded: 2025-07-26T00:30:38.000Z
Channel: Cruising with Kristie

Embarking on your first Alaska cruise? Avoid common Alaska cruise mistakes with these Alaska cruise tips and tricks for a smoother journey. Learn how to navigate cruise packing mistakes, ensuring you have everything you need for an unforgettable adventure. 0:00-5:55 Not Choosing the Right Itinerary 5:56- 10:10 Not Paying Attention to Port Times 10:11-13:03 Alaska Weather and Packing Tips 13:04-14:09 Not Planning for Time Changes and Long Days 14:10- 17"02 Balcony Cabin vs Ocean View Cabin vs Inside Cabin 17:03-17:24 Skipping the Naturalist's Talks 17:25-19:47 Alaska Shore Excursion 19:48-22:42 What to Do in Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway 22:43-24:05 Alaska Wildlife 24:06-24:38 Cell Phones in Alaska 24:39-26:39 Alaska Cruise Essentials WANT MORE ALASKA CONTENT? CHECK OUT THESE VIDEOS NEXT! Alaska Video Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXn53w4tmF-4mmCkiv2rmYEvT0Db1YJS EXPLORE Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway WITHOUT an Excursion! https://youtu.be/9cSykiXueAY?si=eyHlZBeceq57JKQt ULTIMATE ALASKA Cruise Packing Guide (Don't Forget These!) https://youtu.be/AcMjDvbu5S8?si=2GEjuujRJghL5zsN Juneau Walking tour map https://alaskafjordlines.com/maps/ SMART Bus in Skagway (907) 612-0902 https://www.smartbusak.com/ Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour https://alaskacrabtour.com/ Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show https://alaskanlumberjackshow.com/ Third Party Excursions Viator https://www.viator.com/ Shore Excursions Group https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/ Alaska Shore Tours https://alaskashoretours.com/insiders... Video Clips Courtesy of Alaska Shore Tours. 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/4kxxGSu 3. Travel sized containers for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, etc. https://amzn.to/4k4HWS4 4. Elastic Sleeves for leak proofing https://amzn.to/3rUKEn6 5. Foldable mesh hampers https://amzn.to/47i5E9W 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 (LOVE) https://amzn.to/4ctb15m Space Saver Bags https://amzn.to/3HzWryT 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 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 Want even more ALASKA content? Check out these videos next: Best Alaska Cruises & Excursions for 55+ Travelers (Avoid These Mistakes!) • Best Alaska Cruises & Excursions for 55+ T... Eight Things We Wish We Knew BEFORE Our Alaska Cruise • 8 Things We WISH We Knew BEFORE Our Alaska... Don't Be an Alaska Cruiser Who Gets These Things WRONG! • Don't Be an ALASKAN CRUISER Who Gets These...