If you read a few Alaskan cruise reviews, you will begin to get an idea of the kind of majesty the Alaskan region has to offer. It is rare for a person to come back from an Alaskan cruise without a sense of the grandness of the place. The ships are different, though, and the itineraries cover different locations and sights.
Cruise West: Spirit of Alaska, Glacier Bay Highlights Cruise
Cruise West has a small ship called the Spirit of Alaska. It generally carries less than 75 passengers. Yet the food and the service from the crew members are phenomenal. The accommodations on the cruise were more than satisfactory. The time spent on deck was mostly spent admiring the gorgeous scenery.
The trip began and ended in Juneau, where visitors could see the sights of the city. You could also take a small flight over the Mendenhall Glacier from there. With that, you would get a preview of the landscapes yet to come.
Once the cruise began, there were many views to see. The Idaho Inlet, Glacier Bay and other significant spots were on the itinerary. You could see spectacular mountain views and abundant wildlife. Some of the wildlife included humpback whales,...