ALASKA CRUISING : EXPEDITION STYLE 2021 ACTIVE & ADVENTURE | 18
UNIQUE HISTORY & CAPTIVATING CULTURES
There ’ s no place more synonymous with the natural world than Alaska . The Last Frontier has more coastline than the rest of the United States combined , more than half the world ’ s glaciers and the nation ’ s two largest forests — all of which is highlighted by a unique history and captivating indigenous cultures .
While numerous cruise lines ply these whale-packed waters , the best way to get up close and experience this amazing land firsthand is by expedition ship . Expedition ships are small enough to position themselves in remote coves , getting you close enough to land that you can see wildlife and remote wilderness unfolding from your ship ’ s deck or your own cabin . And since these itineraries often leave extra time , the captain can deviate off course to follow a pod of humpbacks for a few nautical miles .
PHOTOS
TOP LEFT : TOTEM BIGHT STATE HISTORIC SITE BOTTOM LEFT : KATMAI NATIONAL PARK , ALASKA RIGHT : WONDER LAKE DENALI NATIONAL PARK , ALASKA