Alaska by Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Cruising Alaska with Giant Pull-out Map (6th Edition) [Paperback]

Anne Vipond (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2008

The new sixth edition of Alaska By Cruise Ship has been completely updated with new attractions and shore excursions for cruisers to this beautiful state.

Over 400 color photographs and dozens of color maps support the narrative describing this exciting cruise. Comes with a large color pull-out map with inside page references and a mile-by-mile locator system showing distances traveled. All base ports and ports of call of an Alaska cruise are included with comprehensive shore excursion information (with port walking maps) and land tour options for each stop. Extensive detail on history, wildlife, native culture and natural phenomena also are included as well as hiking tips and trail locations. A detailed chapter deals with the diverse wildlife and also includes a special full-page map to help you locate and identify the different species of whales.

Covers details of ports from Seattle to Fairbanks and beyond and draws on authorities from the Universities of Alaska and British Columbia.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"With her crisp writing and in-depth reporting, she's created a terrific guide book on Alaska. " -- Cruise Critic, June 2008

From the Publisher

Alaska by Cruise Ship remains the number one source across North America for travel agents and travelers going to cruising to Alaska. This is such a good cruise to take, it makes good sense to take along this highly ranked guidebook .

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Ocean Cruise Guides; 6 Pap/Map edition (May 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0980957303
• ISBN-13: 978-0980957303
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #104,676 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #4 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Alaska
  • #31 in Books > Travel > Reference & Tips > Cruises
  • #53 in Books > Travel > Canada

More About the Author

Anne Vipond, author of several guidebooks to cruising, draws on a sailing background to impart her enthusiasm for cruise travel. From her home port of Vancouver, she travels extensively by cruise ship with her husband and two young sons. Her cruising articles have been published in magazines and newspapers throughout North America and overseas. Anne has sailed her 35 foot sailboat along the Pacific Coast for over 20 years and has cruised extensively in Alaskan waters.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

330 of 334 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have reference for any Alaska cruise., April 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Alaska by Cruise Ship (Paperback)

Anne Vipond's straightforward style, well-conceived organization, and excellent content make this book indispensable for Alaska-bound cruisers. Anne patiently describes all the major cruise ports in Alaska and the Inside Passage. The detailed town maps with keys to the text descriptions are excellent. Descriptions of various attractions meaty, yet brief. The thing that is most attractive about this book is its focus on activities interesting to cruisers, as opposed to the long list of hotels and restaurants common in other guide books. Anyone taking a cruise to Alaska will find this book invaluable. It seems to be the only reference available that provides assistance in planning your trip to make maximum benefit from your time in each port.

98 of 100 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All You Need, June 3, 2003

By 

gotta run now (Seattle) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alaska by Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Cruising Alaska (Paperback)

This is all you need to plan your time while on your Alaska cruise. I wanted a book that would enable me to make decisions about where to go when in port, what to see, what to not bother with, and how to amuse myself and my family. Like everybody taking a cruise, we wanted to get as much out of it as possible! This book is an indispensable guide to what you will see on your Alaska cruise. It describes the various ports of call, has maps of the towns, suggestions for what to do with your free time, what not to miss. Having this book precluded me from lugging around 3 different books and grabbing all those touristy brochures along the way. Have you chosen Alaska for your cruise destination? Then take this book along. Highly recommended.

75 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The benchmark for Alaska cruise guides..., October 21, 2003

By 

Steve Pickering "Client Acquisition Coach" (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alaska by Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Cruising Alaska (Paperback)

Excellent coverage of Alaskan ports, including most of the minor ports visited by smaller ships. Essential for the Alaska-bound travelers who wish to maximize their experience in ports of call. By using the walking guides and descriptions of attractions, readers will be able to visit the high points of each port, and skip destinations with less appeal. Helps to cut down on the expense of shore excursions by suggesting interesting alternatives. Also assists you to choose the correct shore excursion for your interests. If you're traveling to Alaska, this is an essential companion. Also contains information on weather, dress, culture, and what to expect in general. Many maps and illustrations add an additional dimension of clarity to the excellent text. - Steve Pickering at DoctorCruise.com