{"id":72119,"date":"2023-10-28T14:00:42","date_gmt":"2023-10-28T21:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=72119"},"modified":"2023-11-03T10:59:38","modified_gmt":"2023-11-03T17:59:38","slug":"how-to-spend-7-days-in-alaska","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/travel-inspiration\/how-to-spend-7-days-in-alaska\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Days in Alaska"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s a whale! That\u2019s a glacier! Those are the Big Five!\u00a0There are many reasons to go on an Alaska cruise<\/a>, from its treasured terrain to its wildlife. Whether you visit Alaska in the spring when mountains are coated with snow, or you sail in the summer hoping for warmer temperatures, there\u2019s nothing quite like a cruise to the Great Land. With so much to see and do, you may wonder how you could do it all. Well, it\u2019s worth many trips \u2013 not just one \u2013 but here\u2019s a sneak peek at 7 days in Alaska:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

From Sea to Shore, Get Ready to Explore<\/strong><\/h3>\n

No matter which you choose, you\u2019ll experience the best of Alaska on a Holland America Line cruise. On the Alaskan Explorer<\/a> itinerary, you\u2019ll cruise roundtrip from Seattle. Enjoy visits to Victoria, Canada, and three Alaska ports: Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka. Dependent on the day of departure, you\u2019ll enjoy a scenic cruise in Glacier Bay<\/a> or marvel at the sights of Hubbard Glacier. The Alaskan Inside Passage<\/a> cruise is roundtrip from Victoria. It includes Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway, sailing through the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Enjoy the views from Alaska’s hiking trails near ports.<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Set Your Sights on Wildlife<\/strong><\/h3>\n

With Holland America Line you can have more access to Alaska wildlife<\/a> than any other cruise line, bringing you closer to its wondrous creatures. National Park Service Rangers and onboard wildlife experts guide you through wildlife-watching opportunities. You could see whales breaching or bubble-net feeding. Watch sea lions chilling on rocks and otters gliding through icy waters. Take in the views as bears hunt for salmon along the shore. And if you can extend your vacation, enhance your adventure with an Alaska cruisetour<\/a>, taking you deeper into the wilderness where Alaska\u2019s Big Five<\/a> roam.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Catch a glimpse of whales playing in the water.<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Experience the Awe of Glaciers Up Close<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When you cruise with us you can see more Alaska glaciers<\/a> than any other cruise line. Get a close-up view from our ships. Trek across a glacier on a guided hike. Take off on a thrilling tour to soak up aerial views of the icy giants. Whether you\u2019re sailing along the shore or embarking on an unforgettable shore excursion<\/a>, you\u2019ll experience the best of Alaska\u2019s glaciers. Check out the history of Alaska\u2019s most famous glaciers<\/a> to learn more about these icy wonders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Savor the Flavors of Fresh Fish<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Indulge in our global fresh fish<\/a> and Savor My Catch<\/em> programs, where you\u2019ll savor the tastes of Alaska from port to plate. That means enjoying the mouthwatering taste of fresh, certified and sustainable Alaska seafood. Tasting Alaska\u2019s fresh and flavorful seafood on our ships has long been part of our immersive culinary experiences. If catching a big one is at the top of your list during an Alaska cruise, consider reeling in a catch on select fishing-focused shore excursions. Then you can indulge in every bite on board through Savor My Catch, <\/em>relaxing as Holland America Line\u2019s expert chefs prepare and serve it in a true ocean-to-table experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Taste Alaska by indulging in fresh fish throughout your journey.<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Enjoy the Ship From Morning to Night <\/strong><\/h3>\n

From world-class entertainment to award-winning dining and service, you can enjoy timeless elegance and exciting experiences.\u00a0Start off your day with Tai Chi. Relax poolside with a good book. Get pampered at the\u00a0Greenhouse Spa & Salon<\/a>\u00ae. Enjoy a game of\u00a0pickleball<\/a>.\u00a0Catch a show on the World Stage. Groove to the beat in one of our onboard music clubs.\u00a0Relish delicious delights through both fine and casual\u00a0dining<\/a>.\u00a0How you spend your days on board can be as unique as you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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How would you like to spend 7 days in Alaska? Share in the comments below and then connect\u00a0with a\u00a0Personal Cruise Consultant<\/a>\u00a0to begin planning your next adventure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1984,"featured_media":72089,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[30,31],"tags":[4232],"class_list":["post-72119","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel-inspiration","category-where-to-travel","tag-alaska"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/72119","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1984"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=72119"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/72119\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":72151,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/72119\/revisions\/72151"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/72089"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=72119"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=72119"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=72119"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}