Anchorage, Alaska
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Anchorage is Alaska’s largest city, at barely 280,000 residents. But it’s the summer months that it comes to life, as cruise ship passengers use it as their gateway to Alaska. From May to September, the Alaska cruise ship season brings passengers in search of a taste of the gold rush days, adventurous excursions, and pristine land and seascapes. Even from downtown you can see two active volcanoes as well as Mount McKinley, the highest mountain peak in North America.
You can experience Alaska’s native arts and culture through Anchorage’s museums and cultural centers. Or you can choose to go bear viewing, whale watching, kayaking, or fishing. Visitors can sample the splendours with sightseeing tours by trolley or by floatplane. In fact, did you know Alaska has about one pilot for every 58 residents?
As the gateway for cruises originating from (or ending in) Whittier and Seward, Anchorage is the most convenient alternative for passengers wanting to extend their cruise vacation. There are buses and trains that connect the cruise ports to the city and to the neighbouring Anchorage Airport. For cruise passengers looking to extend their vacation, this vibrant city also has a large selection of quality hotels, restaurants, and activities.
From Anchorage you can enjoy an Alaska Railroad experience as it travels throughout Alaska’s scenic wild.
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