Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2009 (Frommer's Cruises) [Paperback]

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

Book Description

Publication Date: January 9, 2009 | Series: Frommer's Cruises (Book 478)

America’s #1 bestselling travel series

Written by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do.

• More annually updated guides than any other series
• 16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guides
• Outspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itineraries
• Dozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design

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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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Frommers; Revised edition (January 9, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470371854
• ISBN-13: 978-0470371855
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #833,706 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #75 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Alaska

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great help so far, February 14, 2009

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This review is from: Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2009 (Frommer's Cruises) (Paperback)

I have ordered several books in preparation for an Alaskan cruise. So far, this has been the most helpful. It really explains how cruises work and explains so many details of each cruise ship. This book is exactly what I wanted. It also has details of each port of call and recommended excursions. It is really great.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call, April 8, 2009

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This review is from: Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2009 (Frommer's Cruises) (Paperback)

This book reviews the various cruise ships, their specifications then rates them. Activities, children's programs, entertainment, service, cabins, the fleet, and dinning are some of the topics covered. It then goes on the give information on the Ports of Call, from excursions to shopping. There is an Appendix A, explains Alaska in Depth from the surging ice to earthquakes, and rain forests to a short gold-rush history. Appendix B gives information and drawings of Alaska's wildlife.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent information and good value, March 20, 2009

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D. Keepfer (Vineland NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2009 (Frommer's Cruises) (Paperback)

This travel guide provided great information for the novice cruiser and I highlighted many good suggestions and helpful tips that will make our cruise/tour much more enjoyable. Highly recommend it - all six in our group have read it, learned from it and enjoyed it. It is the usual high quality product of this company.