Alaska is the perfect destination for cruise ships, even for non-cruise! The advantage is a continuous view of nature at its finest. There are opportunities to be adventurous in the ground at every stop. You can book tours of the ship, or whether they are truly independent, do some research before you go, decide what you want to see and make a plan yourself. There are a lot of independent guides that can take you around if you do not feel like being with your cruise mates. Personally, Alaska, I always recommend that are outside the cab, without a balcony. This is a personal choice, but there is something spectacular about peering and raise their window to see these magnificent glaciers. Before you going to ensure that research the season and destinations / ports visited carefully. There are roundtrip "step inside" cruises, which generally are less expensive, are 7 days and begin and end at the same port. This sounds very easy and especially for a first time, but I understand, you will not see as much as you would if you decide to start a port and go either north or south ending in a different port. Families tend to prefer these cruises, because they are simpler than traveling wise. A typical roundtrip Alaska cruise departs from Seattle or Vancouver and spends the first day cruising the Inside Passage. Then visit 3 or 4 places like Juneau, Glacier Bay, Ketchikan, Sitka and Hubbard Glacier, depending on the ship and go departure. When: The cruise will be less expensive when it comes to a little colder. Alaska will be 60-70 degrees in July and August, although it may be a little chilli, still less expensive in May and September, where 50'sy 60's. A perfect example of a large amount in Chilli months, we found one for $ 699, 7 nights, which includes a cabin with a window This item is in May. Specialty Cruises: If you are interested in good food and win over its Alaskan adventure, we found a kitchen and wine cruise to the height of the season (July 27), which is still available. This cruise starts at $ 1475, but includes 2 culinary sessions, wine tasting special, private parties and special dining room, etc. This is a cruise roundtrip Seattle. When reserve these cruises, it's easy to only look at Price, however, it is important for the investigation of the ports and see what is included in the price of fares - there are port charges? Is there onboard credit? What are the extras?