1st Edition / Aug 2018 292 pages full colour / 70 maps Next edition due: Aug
2021 Bears larger than bison, national parks the size of nations, and glaciers
bigger than other US states. The word ?epic? barely does Alaska justice. Lonely
Planet will get you to the heart of Alaska, with amazing travel experiences and
the best planning advice. Lonely Planet?s Cruise Ports Alaska is your passport
to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden
discoveries await you. Watch the skyscrapers of downtown Vancouver disappear
behind the trees of Stanley Park as you glide beneath the Lion?s Gate Bridge,
relive the wild drama of the gold rush era in Skagway, nose around Cold War
relics amidst giant glaciers in Whittier; all with your trusted travel
companion. Discover the best of Alaska and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely
Planet?s Cruise Ports Alaska: Full-color maps and images throughout Highlights
and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds
and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone
numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating,
sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks
miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience -
history, art, architecture, politics, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, customs,
etiquette Over 35 color maps Coverage Includes: Seattle, Vancouver, Ketchikan,
Sitka, Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, Icy Strait Point, Petersburg, Haines,
Skagway, Whittier, Seward, Anchorage, Denali National Park