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" What's the real difference between a Holland America and a Princess Cruise Tour of Alaska? " My husband adaptive cruise control united states and I are considering taking an 11 or 12 day 'Denali National Park' cruise tour with either Holland America or Princess Cruises. Both cruise lines itinerary are very similar - 7 night cruise adaptive cruise control united states including visiting Glacier Bay, a Tundra Wilderness tour of Denali National Park, a night in Fairbanks, and 2 nights in Denali. However the cruise lines brand their rail travel, expressing that they are "exclusive", the McKinley Explorer, for Holland and the Denali Express for Princess. Is there an advantage to doing the rail by Princess over Holland America? We also noticed adaptive cruise control united states that, for what looks like a similar cruise vacation, it costs much more on Holland America, costing almost $1300 more per person for a verandah ( balcony ) cabin vs. Princess' balcony that sells for around $2500 per person. My husband thinks we can even get a suite for less that Holland America charges. What do we need to know before we choose which cruise line to see Alaska? Could you explain why there is such a difference between Princess adaptive cruise control united states Cruises and Holland America, not only on price but amenities as well? OK, here's what you need to know before you go....
Each cruise line's ships that sail Alaska have a "personality" of their own and you should adaptive cruise control united states review the amenities, onboard programs, entertainment and dining options to decide which cruise ship best fits your lifestyle. Holland America tends to attract a more "senior" traveler, while Princess tends to attract travelers of all ages, especially middle age couples and families.
When it comes to choosing a cruise ship to sail Alaska, the difference between seeing Alaska and understanding Alaska is what the cruise line brings to life , while onboard. Onboard enrichment programs introduce the real Alaska for a personalized perspective of America's last frontier. As an example, Princess cruises brings aboard speakers to share their Alaska adventures, such as the grueling 1,100-mile Iditarod sled dog race. In Skagway, you'll enjoy the entertainment of an Alaskan storyteller. And in Ketchikan, a U.S. Forest Service naturalist will present a program about the largest forest in the country, Tongass National Forest. Alaska's intriguing flora, fauna and geology come to life by the full-time onboard adaptive cruise control united states naturalists who sails with you the entire length of the cruise. While in Glacier Bay National Park, rangers from the National Park Service will board the cruise ship to serve as tour guides and answer questions about this national treasure. Rangers also lead our Junior Ranger and Teen Explorer programs in Glacier Bay, which teach kids about the wildlife adaptive cruise control united states and scenery in a fun and entertaining way. Dining onboard spotlights local specialties like fresh Alaskan adaptive cruise control united states Seafood. You will also like the Taste of Alaska Buffet, a festive on-deck Fish Barbeque and a Reindeer Chili and Rockfish adaptive cruise control united states Chowder Cook-Off. The Chef's adaptive cruise control united states Alaskan Dinner and Glacier Bay Gala Buffet are highlights adaptive cruise control united states of your Alaska cruise. Or indulge in a romantic Glacier Bay Champagne Breakfast served on your own balcony onboard Princess Cruises.
First, Princess adaptive cruise control united states Cruises docks in Whittier, Holland America in Seward. Whittier is much closer to Anchorage, when most northbound cruise tours begin. So, travel time is significantly reduced. If you are headed direct to Denali and will not be visiting Anchorage, Princess offers a real exclusive: "Direct-to-the-Wilderness® Alaska Rail Service".
Princess Cruises exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness service allows you to step off your cruise ship in Whittier adaptive cruise control united states onto the Princess rail service cars and arrive at their Princess Wilderness Lodge that same afternoon. Or, on southbound itineraries, guests leave the Denali area and board the train for a direct link to your awaiting cruise ship in Whittier. Because fewer transfers and less time waiting makes for a more relaxing and hassle-free trip, Princess exclusive cruise ship-rail-lodge connection adaptive cruise control united states takes you straight to Denali National Park. While others like Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Holland America are still in transit, you'll be enjoying more time at one of Princess' two Denali area lodges. The connection is seamless. You step directly from your ship onto your waiting adaptive cruise control united states railcar. Sit back, read, chat, dine and marvel at the panoramic vistas from their domed observation lounge. You arrive at Denali that same day ready to experience the wonders you've traveled so far to see.
If reaching your destination adaptive cruise control united states nearly a full day earlier than with any other cruise tour company is important to you. Then consider Princess adaptive cruise control united states Cruises. It could mean more time to sit by the fire, linger over grilled salmon and soak up the comfort and luxury of Princess Cruises, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge and the Mt. McKinley adaptive cruise control united states Princess Wilderness Lodge. A word about the train. If the rail portion of your cruise tour departs from Anchorage, you will notice that Holland America's rail cars, marketed as the "McKinley Explorer" and Princess Cruises railcars marketed as "McKinley Express" actually travel together on the same train. The train's adaptive cruise control united states engine is operated by the Alaska Railroad, which "pulls" the private rail cars of Princess, Holland adaptive cruise control united states America and Royal Caribbean and Celebrity. So, for everyone the view out the window or on the observation decks is the same. There are some differences on the rail cars themselves, but each cruise line offers glass dome views, onboard dining options, expert guide service and commentary along the way.
With Princess, adaptive cruise control united states you can choose your own park tour! Most Princess Alaska land and sea vacations include adaptive cruise control united states a tour through the park, plus Princess offers the flexibility to choose your preferred experience from three unique tour options. Park tour options include: Denali Natural adaptive cruise control united states History Tour, Tundra Wilderness Tour and Kantishna Experience. Your itinerary adaptive cruise control united states and time constraints may limit your options.
Where you stay in Alaska may matter to you. Both Holland America adaptive cruise control united states and Princess offer lodges and hotels in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Denali. Princess also offers accommodations at Cooper River and Kenai. There are differences between the two cruise lines. First, Princess owns their own lodges. ( visit www.princesslodges.com ) So, the hotel/lodge staff are employees of Princess. This is important, for seamless continuity of service. Holland America and the other cruise adaptive cruise control united states lines, contract out hotel space for their guests.
Getting around Alaska, with the exception of the rail services provided, is by motorcoach. Grayline of Alaska provides the bus transportation for Holland America. Princess provides adaptive cruise control united states its own transportation. Both offer driver/guide commentary adaptive cruise control united states along the way.
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