Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2007 (Frommer's Cruises) [Paperback]

Jerry Brown (Author), Fran Wenograd Golden (Author)

Book Description

Series: Frommer's Cruises | Publication Date: January 10, 2007

Cruising is the perfect way to see America’s last frontier—wildlife and wilderness abound along the state’s breathtaking coastline, and are easily seen from the comfort of a deck chair or observation lounge.

Thoroughly updated every year, Frommer’s Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call is a compact guide that’s on top of all the latest developments and offerings in the rapidly changing cruise industry. Our author, a leading cruise journalists with years of experience, has compiled candid, first-hand reviews of each cruise line and each ship. The easy-to-use ratings, detailed drawings of each ship, and honest evaluations make it easy for you to find the cruise that suits your budget and your personal style, whether you want a luxury liner with fine dining or a small-ship cruise led by serious naturalists.

You’ll also find a nature guide that helps you understand what you’re seeing, complete with illustrations of glaciers and the various types of whales. We’ll show you how to get the best deals and how to maximize your time in the ports of call—all in one concise, pocket-sized volume.

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From the Back Cover

Experience the best a place has to offer on the cruise that's right for you. Frommer's. Your trip begins with us.

• Exact prices, including brochure rates, with tips on how to find deep discounts, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget.
• Extensive descriptions of all the major ships sailing in Alaska, with information on everything from cabins and ship facilities to shore excursions and recreational activities.
• Comprehensive ship ratings that grade the essential elements of a cruise experience (dining, activities, children's programs, public areas, cleanliness, and overall enjoyment) from "poor" to "outstanding."
• Complete coverage of the Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska, with off-the-beaten-path experiences and new takes on top attractions.
• Bonus wildlife guide in the appendix highlights the animals you're most likely to see—from whales to bald eagles to bears.

About the Author

Jerry Brown was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and worked as a reporter for Scottish newspapers before joining the news department of the London Daily Mail. Later, for 31 years, he was the West Coast Bureau Chief of a leading travel trade newspaper. He and Margaret, his wife and best editor, have two grown sons, a granddaughter, Victoria Rose, and two grandsons, Mason Patrick and Maddox Matthew.

Fran Wenograd Golden is travel editor of the Boston Herald, and a well-established travel writer. She is also author of TV Vacations: A Fun Guide to the Sites, the Stars, and the Inside Stories Behind Your Favorite TV Shows, and co-author (with Jerry) of Frommer’s European Cruises & Ports of Call. She lives in Boston and is the proud mother of Erin and Eli.

Product Details

• Paperback: 276 pages
• Publisher: Frommer's; Revised edition (January 10, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470008725
• ISBN-13: 978-0470008720
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,286,518 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2007, May 30, 2007

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J. Pankonin "Yampa_River_Runner" (Colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2007 (Frommer's Cruises) (Paperback)

The book has more info regarding the various cuise ships, their sizes and age groups than discussing the ports and optional side trips. We were looking for more info about what to do at the ports and pre & post trips. So I would not state: "complete" as implied.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for a cruise to Alaska!, April 4, 2007

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Aaron D. Widdifield "Aaron from Myrtle Beach" (Myrtle Beach, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2007 (Frommer's Cruises) (Paperback)

I am going on a cruise to Alaska this August and this book has all the information about the ship I am taking as well as things to do and contact information for the ports I will be visiting. We have planned our entire trip with the help of this book, so I feel for the money, it is an excellent investment!

5.0 out of 5 stars Alaska Travel Book, March 14, 2007

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Tinkerbell (Phoenix) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2007 (Frommer's Cruises) (Paperback)

Great little travel book. I especially liked the section on the best excursions to take in the Port of Calls. I plan on taking this book with me on my Alaska cruise in July 2007.