| Cruising:
Cruise Line Directory |
| Every
cruise line has a reputation. Some are
known for their variety of cuisine and
activities, others for amazingly personal
service. If you're a senior, you'll probably
be looking for a different experience
than a 20-something. And families will
have different needs than singles. So
here are the Alaskan cruise lines and
their general reputations. |
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American Safari
Cruises |
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Who
goes: Older, wealthier couples
looking for a highly personalized cruise. |
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Size: 12 – 22
passengers per cruise |
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Price: Very
expensive |
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Ships: Small,
comfortable yachts |
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Why
go with them: Luxurious ships
* All shore excursions and drinks are
included * Personalized adventures,
from bear-watching to kayaking * Chefs
use fresh, local ingredients |
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America West Steamboat
Company |
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Who
goes: Experienced cruisers looking
for a nostalgic trip on a sternwheeler |
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Size: 235
passengers |
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Price: Very
expensive |
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Ships: Sternwheeler |
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Why
go with them: Nostalgic voyage
on a sternwheeler * Shore excursions
included * Large cabins, most with
verandas |
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Clipper Cruise
Line |
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Who
goes: Older, well-traveled couples
in search of offbeat ports of call,
adventure-lite excursions and creature
comforts |
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Size: 120 – 135
passengers |
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Price: Expensive |
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Ships: Larger
and more appealing than competing cruise
lines |
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Why
go with them: Intimate cruising
experience * Interesting itineraries
* Onboard naturalist who goes on shore
excursions |
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Lindblad Expeditions |
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Who
goes: Well-traveled, over-55
types looking for soft adventure with
a focus on learning |
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Size: 70
passengers |
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Price: Expensive |
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Ships: Their
shallow-draft ships can go anywhere,
but small cabins and a lack of public
spaces means you won't have tons of room |
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Why
go with them: Highly educated
and qualified on-board lecturers *
Guided shore excursions included *
Flexible route depending on where the
wildlife is |
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