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CONTENTS 2013 ALASKA SAIL ING SEASON
DINING 2.0 New Choices Add
Flavor to the Fun of Cruising From burgers to sushi, Fun Ship 2.0
venues make it easy to eat, drink and be very fun while you’re onboard
By Lynn Seldon
SWEET SPOTS Capping the perfect cruise at
Cherry On Top and other venues on select Carnival ships
FIT TO CRUISE Working (Out) Vacations
This is the perfect place to try on a new fitness routine
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WELCOME ABOARD! A Message from Gerry Cahill
President and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines
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FUN TAKES Keeping Up with Carnival Cruise Lines
A new ship is destined for greatness; real men go to the spa; and more
news from the fleet
FAME FIX George Lopez: What’s So Funny?
The famed entertainer helps Carnival go for the big laughs
By Kay Callahan
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CONTENTS2013 ALASKA SAIL ING SEASON
FUN FINDS Carnival’s shopping program helps you
make the most of your vacation
Fun Finds Shopping Program Shopping for a Fun Day in Port
Style For All Objects of Desire
Brand Finder
Ports of Call History, culture and attractions in the
places you’ll visit during this cruise — including the top shore excursions
Map of Alaska
Juneau Ketchikan Skagway
Regional Highlights Notes on other destinations to visit,
in Canada and on America’s West Coast
A BRIEF HISTORy OF AN ANCIENT LAND
Alaska’s abundance has drawn dreamers and seekers for thousands of years
By Edward Readicker-Henderson
CALL OF THE WILDWhales, bears, eagles and more —
native species are diverse and fascinatingBy Ginger Dingus
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Welcome aboard!
On behalf of all our shipboard and shoreside employees, thank you for choosing carnival cruise lines for your vacation.
Whether this is your first cruise with carnival or you have sailed with us before, our dedicated team will strive to make sure you have a fun, relaxing and memorable vacation.
Guest satisfaction is our number-one priority, and we at carnival are committed to providing you with an unforgettable vacation.
From a wide range of dining options and diverse entertainment choices to friendly and attentive service and fun-filled activities for guests of all ages, a carnival cruise is the best vacation value, on land or at sea.
We hope that you enjoy this issue of Fun Ashore, which features informative and entertaining articles written by talented writers, with images by the best photographers in the business.
Fun Ashore offers a wealth of information about the many fantastic features aboard our ships, as well as the exciting and beautiful destinations we visit. We hope this publication will serve as a valuable resource for getting the most out of your “Fun ship” cruise.
Wishing you a great vacation. Bon voyage!
Gerry cahillPresident and ceOcarnival cruise lines
Guest satisfaction is our number-one priority, and we
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Fun TaKes | Keeping up wi th carniva l cruise lines
Carnival Sunshine has arrived
Keeping Up with Carnival Cruise Lines
SUNNY SIDE UP
FUN TAKES
step onto a new classic: Carnival Sunshine.
Her transformation from Carnival Destiny to Carnival Sunshine
is complete, thanks to a $155 million makeover.
The spring 2013 re-launch puts Carnival Sunshine in europe in
the spring and in the caribbean in the fall at a new home port,
new Orleans. carnival’s Fun ship 2.0 initiative brings her new
dining options, bars, entertainment and much more — such as
the 182 new staterooms; the first three-level serenity adults-only
retreat; and the all-new cloud 9 spa.
Traveling aboard Carnival Sunshine means savoring a mouth-
watering selection of food and drink: stuffed tacos and burritos
at Blueiguana cantina; frozen tequila drinks and other refreshing
cocktails at the Blueiguana Tequila Bar; juicy burgers and fresh-cut
fries at Guy’s Burger Joint, from Food network personality Guy Fieri;
pints of the line’s private-label draft beer, ThirstyFrog red, at the
caribbean-style redFrog rum Bar and Pub.
The night brings on plenty of exciting choices. Get ready
to laugh ’til you’re in tears at The Punchliner comedy club
Presented by George lopez; cheer for your favorite sports
teams and play video games at the ea sPOrTs Bar; get in
some quality family fun time at HasBrO, The Game show; or
dance the night away as the soundtrack to your vacation plays
throughout the ship, from the nightclubs to the outer decks,
courtesy of carnival’s onboard DJs trained by the renowned
DJ irie. When you just feel like getting away from it all, you can
relax at the exquisite serenity adults-only area, which spans
three decks and comes with its own water feature.
With all the latest amenities and attractions, both relaxing
and fun, this really is your moment in the Carnival Sunshine.
— Khalila Douze
HASBRO, THE GAME SHOW, IS A TRADEMARK OF HASBRO AND IS USED WITH PERMISSION. ©2013 HASBRO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Gentlemen, permit yourselves an indulgence or two.
an assortment of just-for-guys grooming and pampering services
is redefining the gender diversity in carnival’s shipboard salons
and spas.
“The spas onboard are no longer dominated by women. it
is definitely an equal world for relaxing on the high seas,’’ says
angie Garrod, director of operations for steiner leisure limited,
which runs carnival’s onboard salon, spa and fitness facilities.
More and more, men are treating themselves to pedicures,
facials and other services to relax and unwind.
Particularly popular with the male set, Garrod says, is a massage
that uses heated bamboo rods to soothe and revitalize muscles.
“Men love our bamboo massages — a modern alternative to
deep-tissue massage,’’ she says.
Male guests are also taking advantage of the salon and
spa to spruce up for romantic evenings onboard. a fresh
haircut, a professional shave, proper attention to skin — and
off they go, scrubbed, polished and extra-dashing. Garrod’s
top recommendation for a special night out is the elemis Pro
collagen Grooming Treatment with shave. The service includes
a revitalizing facial, accompanied by a soothing face, scalp, hand
and arm massage.
Men definitely benefit from paying attention to skincare, Garrod
says. shaving alone isn’t sufficient. a regular routine should take
three steps: proper cleansing; shaving with an oil, foam or gel; and
moisturizing. enhance that with a simple weekly scrub and mask.
another tip from Garrod: Book your spa and salon appointments
early once you’re onboard, to get your vacation started on the
right (pedicured) foot. — Patti Roth
WELCOME TO THE VIFP CLUBWe’re so excited that one of our favorite VIFPs is on board: You!You see, VIFP stands for VERY IMPORTANT FUN PERSON, and that’s what we like to call each and every one of our guests, past and present — even first-timers. It’s our way of recognizing cruisers like you with all sorts of benefits and onboard fun, just for having fun.
So how does it work? There are five levels of the VIFP Club: Blue, Red, Gold, Platinum andDiamond. You earn one VIFP Point for each day you sail, so it’s easy to move up to the next level — all you have to do is cruise. And the good news is, you’re already a member.
Just visit carnival.com/vifp when you get home to activate your profile, track your VIFP Points and learn more about the program.
Now who’s up for some very important fun?
GUY THINGSReal men go to the spa
for the latest in look-good, feel-amazing treatments
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CHEERS!
POKER FACE
Keep the fun going at home with these recipes for our favorite high-seas cocktails
A few inside tips for betting on a good time at sea
Got a caribbean cruise coming up? Get in the tropical mood
with one — or three — of carnival's signature cocktails.
recommended by edward allen, carnival’s vice president
of beverage operations, they’re the perfect blend of rum
and tropical fruit juices — can’t you just feel that ocean
breeze caressing you?
The patter of bouncing dice. spinning rows on slot screens
snapping to a halt. The jubilation of drawing yet another jack.
In the game room for grownups, activity is buzzing.
To boost your fun, and maybe help snag a juicy payout, we
turned to Martin van der Merwe, carnival’s executive casino
host. van der Merwe says the variety of vegas-style action
means there’s plenty of action for everyone, whether you’re
a rookie or an experienced player.
For beginners, many ships offer gaming lessons early in a
cruise. Or you can simply ask for guidance, anytime, from the
casino team — members are happy to explain games that
grab your attention.
1 | The Rum Runner Jumper — RedFrog Rum Bar1 ounce Cruzan Light Rum | 1 ounce Gosling’s Dark Rum½ ounce banana liqueur | 1 ounce orange juice1 ounce pineapple juice | 3 dashes of Angostura bitters¼ ounce grenadine
Combine all ingredients except grenadine in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and pour into a glass. Top with grenadine; garnish with a pineapple wedge, cherry and umbrella.
3 | Zany Zombie— The Punchliner Comedy Club1 ¼ ounces Gosling’s Black Seal Rum | 1 ounce Bacardi White Rum1 ¼ ounces pineapple juice | ¾ ounce guava syrup¾ ounce sour mix
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and pour into a pint glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and cherry.
2 | The Cruiser 1 ounce Skyy vodka | 1 ounce Malibu Coconut Rum½ ounce peach schnapps | 1 ¼ ounces cranberry juice1 ¼ ounces orange juice | 1 ¼ ounces pineapple juice
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigor-ously and pour into a pint glass. Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.
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From pennies to $5, you can pump up the action on a wide
selection of slot machines in our casinos.
Be sure to insert your sail & sign card every time you play. The
carnival Players club lets you earn valuable points, including instant
cash at the slot machines: $10 cash for every 1,000 points you earn.
Van der Merwe also shared some tips for table games.
• Craps: Play the pass line for the best odds in the house.
• roulette: Outside bets are simple to play. Put your chips
on black or red, odd or even, for a quick result.
• Poker: Three-card poker is easy and fun.
• Blackjack: The FunPairs side bet adds another dimension
to the game. a pair of kings may win big.
— Patti Roth
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australia: From her new home port in sydney, Carnival Spirit
explores the land Down under and then some. cruises take you
to Tasmania, new Zealand and the Pacific paradise of Fiji, new
caledonia and vanuatu.
The Caribbean: a tropical cruise is the best way we know to
warm up a winter chill. The rainforests of Dominica, the beaches
of st. Thomas and the historic charms of san Juan beckon —
time to answer them.
europe: Carnival Legend’s and carnival sunshine’s european
itineraries bring you a gorgeous Mediterranean season visiting the
great cities of the continent. starting in april 2013, Carnival Legend
also journeys to additional ports with cruises to norway/Western
europe, the British isles and the Baltic — including carnival’s first-
ever journeys through the fjords of norway.
new england: Carnival Glory has several voyages to canada
and around new england, as well as to the caribbean and
The Bahamas.
Looking for a West Coast getaway?
Carnival's expanded cruises are the ideal route.
Beginning in January 2014, carnival will offer three-day cruises to
ensenada, Mexico, and four-day trips to ensenada and catalina
island. They leave from long Beach, california, on Carnival
Imagination, bringing to three the number of ships operating
from that port — and solidifying carnival’s position as southern
california’s largest cruise operator.
Carnival Inspiration will continue to sail similar itineraries from
long Beach. if you need even more time to explore, book a 15-day
cruise to Hawaii or seven days to the Mexican riviera on Carnival
Miracle from October 2013 through april 2014.
all you have to do now is pick your pleasure: energetic and
exotic, surf and sun, or hip and happening. Your getaway might
just turn into a stay-away.
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The world awaits future cruisers
carnival’s worldwide destinations continue to
expand, and now’s the time to start planning
your next adventure. From australia and the
Pacific to the americas and europe, you can
do it all: Discover nature’s allure on rugged
excursions; expand your perspective on
cultural tours; or just relax on a beach.
Sydney
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fame fix | George Lopez
Stop us if you’ve heard this one:
a Chicano kid from a blue-collar family on the edge of Los
angeles grows up to become one of america’s most successful
entertainers, breaking barriers and winning fans with a style
that stays true to his tough roots.
What’s the punch line? George Lopez hasn’t written it yet.
The 52-year-old star is nowhere near wrapping it up,
having reached prime time in a multi-threat career as a
comedian, actor, writer and producer. His credits include two
groundbreaking TV shows, three stand-up specials on HBO
and one stand-up feature on Showtime.
Now he’s added what may be his most unusual gig:
“curator of comedy” for Carnival Cruise Lines. He’s advising
on the hiring of comedic talent for the line’s existing fleet-wide
comedy clubs, and he plays an active role in the securing of
comedic talent.
The world-famous enter tainer was the obvious
choice to consult on the cruise line’s onboard comedy
offerings, said Gerry Cahill, Carnival president and CeO.
“Carnival’s guests absolutely love comedy,” he said,
“which is why we are already the cruise industry leader in fleet-
wide comedic programming. in fact, we host more guests in
our shipboard comedy clubs than any land-based comedy
chain in the United States.
"By partnering with George Lopez, an exceptionally
talented, respected and popular comedian, we’re
taking our comedy offerings to an entirely new level.”
Teaming up
Lopez called Carnival’s onboard clubs “fantastic,” and said
he plans to spread the word “that these ships represent a
phenomenal environment to work and gain experience.”
“i’m excited about my partnership with Carnival,” he said
at the official announcement of the deal, which is part of the
fun Ship 2.0 reboot of entertainment and dining initiatives.
“in these times, it’s always good to laugh and enjoy yourself
with your family.”
George Lopez helps Carnivalgo for the big laughs
By Kay Callahan
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Comedian George Lopez gets big laughs with stories about growing up Chicano.
“In the beginning I used to write about what I thought would make the audience laugh. Now I write what will make me laugh.”
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a serious CauseLopez is using his success to help others through The Lopez Foundation, which he established “to create positive, permanent change for underprivileged children and adults confronting challenges in education and health.” The foundation also raises awareness about kidney disease, organ donation and the military, and holds several major fund-raising events each year. To learn how you, too, can make a difference, visit www.georgelopez.com/lopez-foundation.
a Guy Walks onto a ship...George Lopez’s comic influence is being felt throughout most of Carnival’s fleet, although he doesn’t actually perform in person.
The Punchliner Comedy Club Presented by George Lopez: Stand-up shows open with hilarious prerecorded introductions by the star, who also appears on in-stateroom television. The comedy clubs offer five 35-minute shows on multiple nights during each voyage, with at least two comedians performing each night. The two early-evening shows are family-friendly, while the later performances feature adult-oriented comedy.
The Punchliner Comedy Brunch: Comedians entertain on sea days. The brunch menu includes items that Carnival says have been inspired by Lopez’s Mexican heritage, including huevos rancheros, overstuffed breakfast burritos and two “George’s Recipes” dishes created by the comedian himself.
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fame fix | George Lopez
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
fame fix | George Lopez
Latin Laugher
Lopez has always mined his background for laughs, and audiences respond
in a big way. They laugh at his stories about the grandmother who raised
him, hoot at his jokes about childhood friends, roar at his declarations of
pride in the Latino community. His rapid-fire delivery is a mix of english and
mexican Spanish, but somehow even anglos feel like they’re in on the joke.
“it’s observational,” he said of his comedy style, in a facebook chat with
fans a few days before his July 2012 HBO special, It’s Not Me, It’s You. “You
know all great comedy comes from what that comedian sees in his life.
With regards to the subject matter (race, family, flaws we have as people),
that was where i found myself gravitating towards.”
“in the beginning i used to write about what i thought would make the
audience laugh,” he said. “Now i write what will make me laugh. To describe
it as a brand, it is old-school. it is the way guys used to perform.”
Lopez first won attention in 2001 as a DJ in Los angeles, becoming the
first Latino to headline the key morning slot on a major-market english-
language station. He co-created, produced, wrote and starred in the sitcom
George Lopez, which ran for six seasons on aBC and remains a hit in
syndication. (it’s one of the top-rated shows on classic-TV powerhouse
Nick at Nite.) He later hosted the late-night show Lopez Tonight on TBS
for two seasons.
in all, he has made more than 200 television comedy, talk show and
hosting appearances, including co-hosting the emmy® awards and twice
hosting the Latin Grammys®.
That kind of resumé takes a hard-driving work ethic — another gift
from his family.
“i come from working-class people,” he told facebook fans. “my
grandparents worked very hard and they didn’t plan on retiring. They just
worked. i just love to work. i don’t think about retirement because i am
in the day. Other people get too far ahead of themselves. i love to work.
When you love what you do, it’s easy.”
Lopez dances on the Hollywood Walk of Fame with the mariachi band Los Palmeros, during a ceremony celebrat-
ing his new star there.
Grammy® nominations for Best Comedy Album, 2006 (El Mas Chingon) and 2004 (Team Leader)
New York Times Bestsellers, 2004 (autobiography, Why You Crying?)
Hollywood Walk of Fame (2006)
One of the 25 Most Influential Hispanics in America (Time magazine)
One of the Top Ten Favorite Television Personalities (Harris Poll)
Manny Mota Foundation Community Spirit Award
Honorary Mayor of Los Angeles for earthquake relief in El Salvador and Guatemala
Imagen Vision Award
Latino Spirit Award
National Hispanic Media Coalition Impact Award
It’s Not Me, It’s You (HBO - 2012)
Lopez Tonight (TBS - 2009-11 )
George Lopez: Tall, Dark and Chicano
(HBO special - 2009)
America’s Mexican (HBO special - 2007)
Brown is the New Green: George Lopez and the
American Dream (Documentary - 2007)
Comic Relief (HBO and TBS - 2006)
George Lopez (ABC - 2004-07)
Why You Crying? (Showtime - 2004)
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Rio (Voice - 2011)
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Valentine’s Day (2010)
Beverly Hills Chihuahua (Voice - 2008)
Swing Vote (2008)
Henry Poole Is Here (2008)
Balls of Fury (2007)
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FUN SHIP 2.0 | Din ing
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Carnival’s new choices add flavor to the fun of cruising
By Lynn Seldon
DINING 2.0
Everyone is talking about Carnival Cruise Lines’ Fun Ship 2.0 program, which is
transforming the cruise experience through name-brand partnerships with top
personalities and brands. But when it comes to dining, you may find yourself
calling it Two Point…Oh Wow!
From burgers and burritos to pasta and sushi, it’s a true feast throughout the
fleet. Plus, many venues are free or have only a nominal charge, says Cyrus
Marfatia, vice president of culinary and dining: “We always focus on value and, as
much as possible, we’ve tried to keep everything inclusive and not charge extra.”
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Come Casual
In many ways, the fleet’s casual options define Fun Ship 2.0 dining:
fun, engaging and focused on what guests want.
Knowing how much their guests love the all-american burger,
carnival went beyond the usual generic poolside grill and created
Guy’s Burger Joint, a name-brand take on the all-american
roadside diner. The concept was developed in tandem with
one of america’s top celebrity chefs: Guy Fieri, a Food Network
sensation thanks to hit shows like Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,
and Guy’s Big Bites.
Guy’s offers five signature burgers, all served with hand-cut
French fries, ready to be topped at the generous toppings bar.
The burger choices start with the self-explanatory Plain Jane
(which is anything but) and get progressively more imaginative:
Straight Up (Plain Jane with S.M.c. — Super Melty cheese); chilius
Maximus (Straight Up topped with chili); Pig Patty (Straight Up
topped with a patty made out of crispy bacon…really); and The
ringer (Straight Up topped with Guy’s Bourbon and Brown Sugar
BBQ sauce and a rojo onion ring).
The décor at Guy's is infused with the chef ’s passion for car
culture and his california roots. Surfboards and car elements
like car bumpers, grilles and chrome pipes adorn the walls, and
servers wear old-school mechanic uniforms bearing their own
personalized nicknames, like Gorilla and Bubba.
California car culture is also served at Guy's Burger Joint. Above, Guy Fieri himself. Below right, one of his classics.
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Come hungry
Only one thing is as american as burgers:
barbecue. at the complimentary open-
air barbecue spot, you could work up
an appetite just by saying the name: Fat
Jimmy’s c-Side BBQ. You’ll want to try a
taste of everything once you see the plat-
ters of hand-pulled pork, grilled chicken
and sausages, grilled veggies, and clas-
sic sides like baked beans, cole slaw and
mini cornbread muffins. The names on
the menu are almost as much fun as the
food: Jimmy’s Best Barbequed Yardbird
(chicken breast), Brew ribbon Grilled
Italian Sausage, Pig-In-a-Poke Pulled Pork
Sandwiches and other bits of whimsy.
For a quick Mexican food fix while still on board, it’s easy to say “Si” to
the new BlueIguana cantina. Step into one of the separate lines for a
freshly made taco or a built-to-order burrito — or try both — and then
head to the large salsa and toppings bar to personalize your order. You
can even watch the tortillas being made by the only automated tortilla
maker at sea. Taco and burrito options include chicken, beef, fish and pork.
The newly envisioned three-meal lido Marketplace buffet concept has
several possibilities, including the new comfort Kitchen that serves hearty
american-style comfort food like fried chicken and bacon mac ‘n’ cheese.
Fun Ship 2.0 dining can mean enjoying a juicy burger or steak, sampling
fresh seafood — or, better yet, both. The new full-service Bonsai Sushi
restaurant enables first-timers to test the sushi and sashimi “waters,” while
veterans can revel in creative new options as well. With items starting at
just $1, the possibilities include individual pieces of sushi and sashimi,
rolls (the spicy tuna is particularly popular), miso soup and the Ship for 2
(a selection of Bonsai Sushi favorites for two, in a sushi boat).
Want even more fun with food? Try The Punchliner comedy Brunch,
a new morning dining room option inspired by comedian George
lopez’s partnership with carnival. (For details, see “George lopez:
What’s So Funny?” in this issue of Fun Ashore.)
Just Have a . . . tasteFinally: A fun way to sample Fun Ship 2.0 dining is by sampling the new Taste Bar. This delicious venue features a little taste from different Fun Ship 2.0 dining venues. That might mean bites of sushi from Bonsai Sushi; grilled chicken from Fat Jimmy’s C-Side BBQ; tortilla soup from BlueIguana Cantina; and more — paired with a signature cocktail, available for purchase, from the featured dining venue. It’s a perfect — and perfectly delicious — start to your evening. Bonsai Sushi
Fat Jimmy’s C-Side BBQ menu; subject to change.
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Your Table Is Ready
All the dining on Carnival’s ships is pretty fine, but the premium
restaurants are special indeed.
Red-meat lovers will want to head to Fahrenheit 555, a classic
Carnival steakhouse with varied steaks and chops and other gourmet
choices. For a charge, they can enjoy such world-class succulence
as filet-mignon steaks; lamb chops; and surf and turf. Side dishes
include Yukon Gold Mash with Wasabi Horseradish.
Available on select ships, Cucina del Capitano (“The Captain’s
Kitchen”) continues to offer a popular (and complimentary) pasta bar
at lunch and fun, family-friendly Italian dining (for a moderate charge) at
night. Highlights of an evening “with the captain” include huge portions
of antipasti and pasta, a roving barrel of Chianti (sold by the glass, half
carafe and carafe), and lots of great black- and-white pictures supplied
from current and previous Carnival captains. The fun is supplied by a
singing wait staff serenading diners during their meals.
From relaxed poolside lunching to formal table service, from burgers
to sushi, dining while cruising with Carnival means choices — and
plenty of them. “We want to ensure that there’s something for everyone,”
says Marfatia.
Pull uP a Chair, Stay awhileClassic watering holes have become a big part of the Carnival experience. Introduced on Carnival Magic, RedFrog Pub has been a home run for Carnival and a home away from home for Carnival guests. The pub’s popular private-label draft beer, ThirstyFrog Red, is now served on most ships, and RedFrog Pub also features island-inspired pub fare — think conch fritters, grouper fingers and Jamaican wings — all at moderate prices. The new RedFrog Rum Bar is a poolside adaptation of RedFrog Pub, with a Caribbean vibe and tropical rum-based frozen drinks, plus Bahamian and West Indian beers. Also poolside, the new BlueIguana Tequila Bar is a Mexican-themed bar featuring tequila-based frozen drinks and Mexican beers.
Filet mignon from Fahrenheit 555
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FIT TO CRUISE | Work ing (Out ) Vacat ionsFIT TO CRUISE | Work ing (Out ) Vacat ions
Working (out) vacationsBy Patti Roth
FIT TO CRUISE
You strolled briskly to the buffet. Reaching for an extra dessert provided
a nice stretch.
But if you’re geared up for some real exercise, grab your favorite running
shoes and head to the onboard fitness center, where the most popular
reasons for skipping a workout — lack of time and lack of knowledge —
just don’t work.
Poised high above the surf, the ship’s fitness facilities offer easy access
to professional trainers, state-of-the-art machines, group exercises and
educational seminars. Enjoy them as you would a buffet (no, not that
kind!), mixing and matching from among familiar favorites and seizing the
opportunity to try some that are fresh and new.
“There’s plenty for everyone,’’ says Tim Dux of The Onboard Spa by
Steiner, which operates the ships' spa and fitness facilities in partnership
with Carnival Cruise Lines.
Have your pals back home been touting the benefits of Pilates while
you’re still on step aerobics? Have you always wanted to try an elliptical
machine? This is the place — and no worries if you’re baffled by the buttons
or confused about which foot goes where. The pros are happy to assist,
should you need them.
FIT TO CRUISE | Work ing (Out ) Vacat ions
“We want people to achieve the goals they set
out to achieve.”
— Tim DuxThe Onboard Spa
by Steiner
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Beginners, Go for It
For beginners — as well as others — Dux suggests booking
a session with a personal trainer to provide a launching
point that’s tailored to your individual goals, abilities and
fitness level.
Even if you don’t schedule a personal-training session
or join an exercise class, the fitness pros are available to
offer guidance using the equipment. “The education is
what drives the program,’ ’ Dux says. “We want people to
achieve the goals they set out to achieve.”
Even the equipment itself is informative. Many of the
bikes, elliptical machines and treadmills feature an easy-
to-use touch screen for tracking progress. You can also
watch TV and plug in your music player.
Instead of pressing the green “quick start” button on a
machine, Dux suggests taking a different approach. Select
either manual, fat-burning or another type of workout.
When prompted, type in personal information such as
weight, gender, and length of the workout. For length, by
the way, Dux recommends about 30 minutes.
The machine’s computer uses that information to create
and run a workout routine, from warm-up to cool-down.
“The machine adjusts itself to be sure you get the most
out of that workout,’ ’ Dux says.
as you pedal or stride, the screen provides feedback on
the activity level, such as a running tally of calories burned
and the distance traveled. The user should occasionally
hold the handles to allow a sensor to pick up and factor
in the heart rate.
experienced exercisers, switch It up
For those loyal to established workout routines, Dux
recommends trying something new.
The body tends to adapt to what ’s familiar, he says,
and using muscles in a different manner invigorates and
challenges the body, boosting the fat-burning mode.
The cardio machines and strength equipment are
available to use whenever the gym is open — typically from
6 a.m. to 10 p.m., although hours of operation may vary by
ship. If you prefer working out when the gym is relatively
quiet, try to visit during mealtimes, Dux says.
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Try a Class
If there’s a particular class you’d like to join, it ’s a good idea
to make a reservation. Swing by the gym to sign up. Or simply
phone in. no need to figure out which type of class is right
for you, Dux says: The classes are designed to accommodate
guests at varying fitness levels. Some exercise classes,
including stretch and abs, are free. Others, including yoga,
Pilates and indoor cycling, involve a modest fee.
Dux enthusiastically recommends Body Sculpting Boot
Camp. During the innovative 30-minute routines, participants
use a single dumbbell. The emphasis is on broad functional
movements that are practical strength builders for real-life
activities. Boot Camp is a terrific calorie burner, and it’s fun —
even for folks who (OK, admit it) despise exercise.
a single dumbbell makes the workout simple, accessible
and versatile, especially for guests who might want to
duplicate the routine back home. Even a can of food from
the pantry would work as a substitute dumbbell, Dux says.
as an added incentive to stick with it, each guest who
participates receives a take-home poster outlining the boot
camp’s set of exercises.
also quite popular are the lively indoor cycling classes.
The 45-minute sets feature choreographed routines. The
varying tempos and levels of intensity are designed to
mimic pedaling along different types of terrain.
Take It home
Regardless of which activities and workouts you fit in during
your vacation, keep up the good work at home.
“Dedicate 30 to 45 minutes a day and stick to it,” Dux says.
“Twenty-one days to form a habit. Make it a good one.”
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Sweet SpotsPhotography by Claudio Beier | Styling by Chiara Solloa | Hair and makeup by Melissa Conner | Photographed on Carnival Magic
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GIVE US SOME SUGARBring home some goodies for your sweetheart or that sweet neighbor who’s watching the dog. Grab a cute T-shirt or a colorful bag, or pack souvenir tins with candies galore to bring the onboard experience home. Branded Cherry on Top gifts are a perfect way to recall your delectable cruise memories!
On Rafael: Carnival T-shirt, Quiksilver shorts, Invicta watch. On Penelope: Carnival’s Cherry On Top T-shirt, Invicta watch, H.J. Namdar wedding band, Gold Star Jewelry earrings. Items can be purchased in the Fun Shops onboard; availability may vary by ship.
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Love may be the only thing sweeter than a well-stocked candy shop. Rafael and Penelope celebrate the joys of simple
indulgences while exploring bins of bulk candy, fanciful gifts and novelties, and custom apparel. Cherry On Top is on
select Carnival ships.
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On Rafael: Steve Madden sunglasses, H.J. Namdar wedding band, Invicta watch. On Penelope: Roxy pants, Steve Madden sunglasses, Glitterrings rings and earrings, Michael Kors watch. Items can be purchased in the Fun Shops on board; availability may vary by ship.
EnjOy Lazy Days in a ChaisE (Or a hammOCk)
Retreat to a tranquil place called…Serenity. Chill out in this ocean-going oasis of
relaxation and comfort for adults (ages 21 and older). Order a frothy cocktail
and recline in the sun or under colorful, oversized umbrellas. Then enjoy a dip in
one of the beautiful whirlpools.
AttAIn A blISSfUl StAtEThe combination of indulgence and tranquility you’re enjoying on your cruise can be re-created at home with Bliss spa and beauty products such as the Fabulous Foaming Face Wash and High IntensityHand Cream. The plush serenity Towel, available on select ships, is perfect for relaxing by the pool or beach back home.
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bRInG HOME tHE fUnCarnival has a whimsical selection of specialty souvenir glasses such as the nutty coconut head, iconic red funnel, flashy disco ball, one-eyed monster and pudgy blowfish. You can also take home a logo glass celebrating Thirstyfrog red, Carnival’s private-label brew.
On Penelope: Elan dress, Bijoux Terner shawl, European Beads bracelet, Tissot watch, H.J. Namdar hoop earrings. On Rafael: Quiksilver shirt and pants, Tissot watch. Wedding bands for both by H.J. Namdar. Items can be purchased in the Fun Shops onboard; availability may vary by ship.
LivE LaiDbaCk anD LivELy with rEDFrOgWhen our spunky little RedFrog
discovered Carnival, he gladly traded rain in the rainforest for fun in the Caribbean sun. When Rafael and
Penelope discovered the RedFrog Pub, featured on select ships, they found a fun and comfortable space to meet
fellow guests while enjoying a cool drink and island fare. With a Key West attitude, this playful amphibian — and the pub he represents — encourages cruisers to live life to its fullest, even
after the voyage is over.
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One of our highly trained, experienced professionals will guide you in the fun of shopping. Besides hosting a high-energy show at the start of each voyage, the Shopping Expert shares insights at seminars on watches, jewelry and gemstones. Be sure to stop by the Shopping Desk for even more valuable guidance; see your daily Fun Times for hours.
Look for the FUN FINDS Wheel at the FUN FINDS Show
Fun FinDs shopping TvMiss some of the excitement? No worries! Just tune in to your stateroom TV for replays of the live show, news about one-of-a-kind specials, and other ways to shop like an insider.
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4. diamond ringWhether she’s wearing a wedding ring, engagement ring or right-hand ring, every woman deserves a diamond on her finger! Choose something with a lot of sparkle to celebrate your energy and love of life. or look for a splash of color to reflect your sense of fun and adventure. Whatever you choose, the ring should be all about you. Pictured: “Figure 8” ring by Forevermark
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2. necklace a diamond solitaire necklace is the finishing touch to any outfit. It’s your easy and elegant solution every day. see your fun finds shopping expert onboard to learn how necklaces can add style to your wardrobe. Pictured: Fulfillment pendant by Hearts On Fire
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About 35,000 years ago — or maybe only 17,000
or so years ago; anthropologists are still arguing
about it — some people in what is now
Russia’s Chukotka Peninsula noticed that the
land stretched away east, farther than the eye
could see. Curious, they headed toward the
rising sun, walking across what we now call
the Bering Land Bridge.
They were the first Alaskans, and they found a
landscape ludicrously rich: herds of caribou
that stretched for miles, and streams so
choked with salmon that there hardly seemed
room for water. With the easy living came
culture reflecting the physical beauty of
the landscape: the geometric art of the
Southeast, the intricate grass baskets of the
Aleutians, the dance and music of the far
north. That was life in Alaska for thousands of
years. As close to paradise as paradise gets.
Lucrative trade deaLsBut everything changed on August 21, 1732,
when the Russian ship Gavrill appeared.
Natives paddling out to the vessel told the
sailors that on the horizon was alaskshak,
“the land that is not an island.” That batch of
Russians never came ashore, but it wasn’t
long before more Russians did — thousands
of them. The Russians liked tea, and the
people who had all the tea were the Chinese,
who liked furs. And Alaska was chock-full of
fur. Tea traded for fur, and everybody was
happy. In 1741, Russians brought back 900
pelts from Alaska; by 1800, they were taking
more than 10,000 a year. After the United
States bought Alaska for 2 cents an acre in
1867, a newspaper howled: “Russia has sold
us a sucked orange.”
RIGHT: Red outline shows the Bering land bridge,
which joined present-day Alaska and eastern Siberia at various times during the
Pleistocene ice age.
FROM TOP: Natives pose in front of a food reserve; Eskimo in boat, called an umiak, made with skins; ceremonial dance; the first dogsled team to go from Nome to Seward, c. 1900.
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By Edward Readicker-Henderson
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A Brief History of an
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Gold feverIn 1896, George Carmacks, “Skookum Jim” Mason and
the now-legendary Yukon Charlie panned a little gold
out of Rabbit Creek, a tributary of the Klondike. Almost
overnight, the rush was on. More than 100,000 people
headed north.
Most of the dreamers reached the Yukon long after
all the land had been claimed. So they fanned out to
see what else they could discover. Bit by bit, the map of
Alaska was filled in as people who came for gold stayed
for the lifestyle of endless summer days and nights,
where the aurora borealis draped a rippling curtain of
blue and green light over the horizon.
49th and beyondEager to join the Union, pro-statehood forces increased
their efforts after a referendum in 1946. Alaska finally
became the 49th state on January 3, 1959. The next
boom came from the discovery of oil on the North
Slope in 1968. Today about 4,000 wells pump more than
a million barrels of oil per day through that engineering
marvel, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.
Now it has all come full circle: People are moving to
the state in bigger numbers than ever before. Among
the many wonders of this thoroughly modern Alaska,
they find their greatest discovery is just what the first
Alaskans found: a landscape of astounding vistas,
impossibly rich in wildlife; a land of Native culture where
ancient traditions still carry on. And that’s the true lesson
of Alaska’s history. The best things haven’t changed.
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land mammal: Moose Marine mammal:
Bowhead whale fish: King salmon Insect:
Skimmer dragonfly flower: Forget-me-not
Motto: “North To The Future” Song: “Alaska’s
Flag” tree: Sitka spruce Gem: Jade Sport:
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Almost overnight, the rush was on.
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Parazul scarves and charms are available in many shapes and designs that can be mixed and matched with your bag selection. Patterned after the wildlife and cultural icons of the 49th State, they also make unforgettable mementos of your visit.
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CAPTURE THE SPIRIT ALASKA!of
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Imagine standing on your ship’s deck, breathing in
the crisp, clear air and watching a pod of whales
glide past a glacier. If that glacier happens to be
glistening by the light of the midnight sun, the stirring
scene will certainly be counted among the highlights
of your cruise.
Alaska is one of the few places where visitors have
the unique opportunity to discover three diverse
types of wildlife, each in its natural habitat and each
within easy reach. An abundance of marine life swims
in the state’s coastal waters, protected inlets and
rivers. Close to shore, land animals roam over steep
alpine slopes and crunch through vast stretches
of open tundra. Over 350 species of native and
migratory birds range freely between land and sea.
WaterWorldWhales — humpback, gray, orca — rank as the
largest marine creatures you’re likely to see from
your stateroom balcony. When cruising the Inside
Passage, the onboard naturalist may alert you to a
pod of whales swimming close to the ship. A keen-
eyed park ranger comes aboard in some ports to
help spot wildlife. Out on deck, fellow cruise guests
provide instant reports of sightings. Listen for excited
cries announcing, “Thar she blows.”
The ports of Southeast Alaska offer many
opportunities for wildlife sightings. Walking on
Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau or boating through
Misty Fjords in Ketchikan or Tracy Arm Fjord in
Skagway, visitors often are treated to sightings of
humpback and killer whales, sea lions, porpoises,
harbor seals, bald eagles and Sitka black-tailed deer.
Leaping porpoises enjoy riding the ship’s bow
wake. At first glance, the black-and-white variety
could be mistaken for a miniature version of the
orca (once known as the killer whale).
And don’t forget Alaska’s most renowned fish, the
salmon, famous for its mighty upstream struggle to
spawn. Salmon are an important economic mainstay
in Alaska, especially for Native communities, who
have often held ceremonies commemorating the
first catch of the season. Besides glimpsing the fish
in its natural habitat in the wild, visitors can learn
about them at hatcheries that include educational
displays and exhibits.
FROM LEFT: Orcas cruise on the coastline; a bear catches a salmon in a waterfall; Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau.
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Up north, wildlife encounters take place almost around the clock. Summertime dusk lasts until just
before dawn. Wherever Alaska’s remarkable creatures appear, the magnificent landscape creates a
stunning backdrop for the occasion.
By Ginger Dingus
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Alaska has the nation's highest number of bald
eagles: about 30,000.
AlAsKA | cal l of the Wi ld
Landlubberscoastal brown bears (grizzlies) and smaller black bears may be found ambling
along the beach in search of such delicacies as salmon or berries. solitary by
nature, bears hunt alone except for mothers with cubs. During annual salmon
runs, however, they cluster around the choicest fishing holes. Grizzlies congregate
on Admiralty island, located near Juneau, and in Katmai National Park, southwest
of Anchorage.
Moose browse for food in low-lying wetlands, even those located beside busy
roads and towns. Anchorage residents often wake to find that the blooms in
their flower beds have been devoured by hungry nighttime visitors. At twilight, be
alert for moose feeding on reeds in shallow ponds. When captured on camera,
the silhouette of a male’s huge antlers set against a pale pink sky makes a
memorable souvenir.
likely animal encounters include the beaver, one of the more common land
dwellers. Hard-working beavers build ingenious stick lodges on countless
waterways. caribou, although more numerous in the far north, roam southern
tundra country. Woolly mountain goats and Dall sheep, found in alpine regions,
tend to scatter quickly when approached unless you’re scouting from the
overhead vantage point of a flightseeing plane. surefooted, they escape close-
range viewing by bounding up impossibly steep, rocky slopes.
on the wingBelieve it or not, bald eagles are among Alaska’s most readily spotted birds.
look for a snowy white dot high in the tree branches. A bald eagle’s bright-white
head feathers stand out from the deep green foliage, making sightings easy
once you get the hang of it.
About 30,000 bald eagles make their home in Alaska, which has the nation’s
largest population of the species. They tend to inhabit the coast, offshore islands
and interior lakes and rivers. Most remain in southern Alaska during the cold
winter months, but some head to warmer climes.
in southeast Alaska, bald eagles usually nest in old-growth timber along
saltwater shorelines and mainland rivers.
Whether it’s your first visit to Alaska or your tenth, the thrill of spotting these
captivating creatures will spark plans to return again and again.
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Glaciers have shaped Alaska’s landscape since the prehistoric age. Alaska lays claim to
more than 5,000 glaciers, covering nearly 5 percent of the state’s total land surface. They
are concentrated around the Gulf of Alaska and the coastal mountains of the Panhandle.
Southeast Alaska is one of only three places in the world (Scandinavia and Chile are the
other two) where tidewater glaciers exist. Alaska’s glaciers have been on the move —
advancing (growing), retreating (shrinking) and advancing again — for 12 million years. A
glacier is said to be advancing when the accumulation of ice is greater than the amount
that is melting, while retreating glaciers are melting faster than accumulating. Because
these frozen masses are in a perpetual state of flux, they are, in a strange sort of way, alive.
Here are just a few of the glaciers that add to the thrill of visiting this Great Land:
By Jonathan Siskin
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FUN TREKS
Glacier Bayin Glacier Bay, 16 tidewater glaciers penetrate the two arms
of the bay. situated 50 miles north of Juneau, Glacier Bay
national Park and Preserve extends more than 3.3 million
acres and can be reached only by boat or floatplane. Glacier
Bay’s highlight is the mammoth wall of Grand Pacific Glacier.
huBBard GlacierThe mighty Hubbard Glacier extends more than 90 miles
through Wrangell-st. elias national Park to the head of Yakutat
Bay. in 1986, the Hubbard made headlines when it began a
surge, advancing so rapidly that it completely blocked off
russell Fjord from the sea and created a fast-rising freshwater
lake. Miraculously, despite water rushing into the ocean at a
rate of 3.5-million cubic feet per second, no serious flooding
occurred in the surrounding areas. The wall of ice was
eventually broken through and the fjord was opened. The
Hubbard remains one of alaska’s most active glaciers as it
continues to advance.
Misty fjordsshaped by eons of glacial activity, Misty Fjords rightfully earns
its name and reputation by soaking up some 160 inches of
rain and snow each year. Here lies one of america’s largest
protected wilderness areas: Misty Fjords national Monument.
This 2.3-million-acre park is located in the heart of the Tongass
national Forest and consists mainly of an undisturbed old-
growth forest of western hemlock, sitka spruce and alaska
cedar. Within the monument, the deep fjords of Walker cove
and rudyerd Bay penetrate the remote wilderness with their
sheer granite cliffs rising to 3,000 feet. The continuously
changing panorama of deep twisting waterways, abundant
wildlife, cascading waterfalls and primeval rain forests
blanketing the land is simply spellbinding.
tracy arM fjordThe stunning rounded valleys of Tracy arm Fjord were hollowed
out by the glaciers of the last great ice age. located about 45
miles south of Juneau, this 25-mile-long fjord is best known
for its stark, remote beauty carved out by glaciers into rugged
chasms and cliffs. Keep an eye out for the north sawyer and
south sawyer glaciers sending their icebergs crashing into
the waters. if you look closely, you may spot bears, mountain
goats, hair seals, waterfowl and black-tailed deer resting on
the icebergs.
The wonders of Tracy Arm Fjord come into stunning view on this excursion. Guests directly board a deluxe catamaran that is alongside Carnival Miracle in the waters of Tracy Arm. As they cruise through the serpentine passage, an onboard naturalist describes the area.
The tour reveals the bases of cliffs that rise 4,000 feet above the jade-colored sea and affords up-close views of North Sawyer Glacier. Thrilling experiences include hearing the “white thunder” as immense spires of ice break from the South Sawyer Glacier and crash into the sea. A warm, rainproof jacket, hat and gloves are recommended to fully enjoy the outside observation deck.
Guests should note that if unpredictable ice conditions block passage into Tracy Arm, the tour will be moved to Endicott Arm Fjord.
The Tracy Arm tour is an exclusive seasonal excursion; due to high demand, it must be pre-reserved with Tracy Arm Excursion Reservations.
OPPOsiTe: Blue ice pools on Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau. aBOve FrOM TOP: Hubbard Glacier; seal perched on an iceberg; Glacier Bay national Park.
Tracy arm Fjord Glacier explorer
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Alaska’s bustling capital and gateway to Glacier Bay, Juneau charmingly blends past and present. It’s a modern city built upon the tailings of an old gold mine. The city’s cosmopolitan style is evident in contemporary museums and office buildings, sophisticated shops and fine restaurants. Yet many are drawn to its fascinating history, which is lovingly preserved in and around its original false-fronted buildings and narrow, winding streets.
Wildlife and nature are major attractions. The area surrounding the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center is a showcase for glacial activity, and boasts a network of trails to explore. Juneau is home to 114 species of birds, all five species of salmon, and several species of whales — not to mention brown and black bears. Ten miles outside the city, Admiralty Island National Monument shelters the largest brown-bear population in Southeast Alaska.
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QuIckGUIDEFAMED FOR: The “drive-up” Mendenhall Glacier, which survives from the Little Ice Age of more than 3,000 years ago. IT’S A FACT: The city is named after Joe Juneau, who started a gold rush with fellow prospector Richard Harris in 1880. SIGNATURE SOUVENIRS: Whale-themed gifts; gold nuggets; Native art from local galleries.
Alaska’s capital city perches on the Gastineau Channel.
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Visitors explore Glacier Gardens.Here are just a few of the many tours you can experience during your visit. see your onboard shore-excursion specialist to book today.
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DOGSLED ON MENDENHALL GLACIER VIA HELICOPTERGuests fly over Juneau’s lush rainforest and glacier-carved peaks on the way to a dogsled camp on the Mendenhall Glacier. they can drive the sled team themselves or relax in the sled while taking in the scenery. the tour ends with the chance to talk to the team’s “mushers” and take photos with the dogs.
WHALE WATCHING & SALMON BAKE COMBOGuests are guaranteed to spot whales on this excursion, which includes ample opportunities to view and photograph the magnificent creatures. after the experience, participants head back to land for an outdoor feast of grilled wild alaska salmon and other dishes, followed by a marshmallow roast and a chance to tour the historic Wagner Mine.
MENDENHALL GLACIER VIA HELICOPTER & GuIDED WALKGuests board a helicopter and soar above the alaskan wilderness with views of Mendenhall towers, ice falls and hanging glaciers throughout this 30-minute flight. after a safety briefing, the helicopter lifts away, leaving participants to enjoy the peaceful Mendenhall Glacier. specially fitted boots are provided to enable exploration of the moving river of ice.
BEST Of JuNEAuGuests travel by catamaran through stephens passage, where whales often come right alongside. at orca point lodge on colt island, a feast is served before the return to auke Bay and a scenic bus ride to Mendenhall Glacier.
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Juneau is the only capital with a glacier in the suburbs, the only one where you can go from gourmet dining to whale watching in less time than the average network commercial break.
The town was founded in 1880, after Joe Juneau and Richard Harris struck gold — so much gold, it seemed the veins would never run out. The works ran 24 hours a day, 364 days a year. Meanwhile, the local Auk Tlingits, who had fished and hunted here for thousands of years, wondered what the big deal was, and kept on creating some of the most sophisticated art the world has ever known.
People still pan for gold at Last Chance Basin, and the Native understanding of the landscape is still vital under the treetops at Glacier Gardens, which gives people a chance to see just what’s in the world’s largest remaining temperate rain forest. Head farther out, to the trails along Mendenhall Glacier, or helicopter up to walk on this huge remnant of the last ice age. Hop on a boat to view humpback whales feeding in the rich local waters — and you’ll still have time for shopping along Franklin Street, where everything from jewelry to the finest Native arts are just a minute’s walk from where the ships dock. — E.R.H. p
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Mendenhall Glacier, a little north of Juneau, is the best known of 38 glaciers that feed on the Juneau icefield, a 1,500-square-mile expanse of rock, ice and snow. Bigger than rhode island, the icefield is a remnant of the little ice age, a period that started 3,000 years ago and lasted midway through the 18th century. the icefield is perpetually replenished by an annual snowfall that often tops 100 feet, and boasts snow and ice up to 4,500 feet thick.
Mendenhall Glacier stretches 13 miles from the icefield in the mountains to its terminus at Mendenhall lake, where the
glacial face — half a mile wide, 100 feet thick and electric-blue in color — can be seen from a popular visitor center on the shoreline.
NATuRE ON THE MOVEthe glacier possesses a frozen, still grandeur, but it’s hardly inert, notes laurie craig, a visitor center interpreter. a dynamic, moving force, the glacier is the overflow from the icefield, slowly and inexorably drawn down by gravity from 4,500-foot-high mountains to its terminus near sea level. Moving at the proverbial glacial pace, the ice edges forward at an
average rate of a few feet per day, taking more than 200 years to make the journey from upper elevations to the 220-foot-deep lake. “it’s like slow-moving lava,” says craig. “it acquires wrinkles, crevasses and texture as it moves across the terrain.”
Mendenhall Glacier doesn’t just move. it displays tremendous erosive power as it grinds through the landscape. scouring debris from valley walls and scraping underlying bedrock, the glacier burrows deep, enduring marks on the topography. near the visitor center, the presence of grooved, polished rocks is evidence of the glacier’s sandpaper-like effects. the
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the most accessible of all the stupendous, bluish-white “rivers of ice” in the inside passage, Mendenhall Glacier — known as “the drive-up glacier” because it can be reached by car — dazzles visitors and makes the region a one-of-a-kind destination.
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glacier also is responsible for the milky, gray-green cast that colors the lake, the result of “rock flour” deposited in the water when bedrock is ground into a fine powder.
like all of Juneau icefield’s glaciers except one (the taku), Mendenhall Glacier is receding. since 1765, the glacier has been in a slow, gradual retreat because its rate of melting has exceeded its rate of accumulation. in the 18th century at its maximum advance, the glacier’s toehold in the valley extended from its present position to a spot two and a half miles downward.
today, receding ice has allowed land buried for thousands of years to reemerge and begin a new, remarkable ecological cycle. at first, bare rock and soil are exposed, but lichens and moss soon appear. then grass and shrubs emerge, followed by alder, willow and other deciduous trees. finally, sitka spruce, western hemlock and other conifers take hold, inaugurating new forest. “these are stages of life,” says craig.
ICY BEAuTYMendenhall Glacier is named after thomas corwin Mendenhall, a prominent scientist who helped oversee a crucial survey that determined the international boundary between canada and alaska. previously, the famed naturalist John Muir had visited the glacier in 1879 and named it auk Glacier in honor of a local tlingit indian village. Muir called the glacier “one of the most beautiful of all the coastal glaciers.”
More than a century later, Mendenhall Glacier still is one of the inside passage’s top natural sights. like all glaciers, it can be enjoyed as a spectacle flaunting sublime blue colors and ineffable textures. at the same time, it serves as a time capsule, an outdoor classroom showcasing alaska’s extraordinary geology and climatic history. “this is a neat place,” says craig. “it’s not just beautiful. You also get to see some very impressive forces that shaped this region.”
RIGHT: Glacier trekkers ascend Mendenhall
Glacier. BeLoW: The glacier is receding, revealing land long
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Established in 1900 as the Historical
Library and Museum for the Territory
of Alaska, the museum didn’t have a
permanent home until 1920. Its collection
grew quickly and, by the 1960s, it was
clear that a new building was needed.
In 1967, in honor of the centennial of
the purchase of Alaska from Russia,
the citizens of Juneau implemented
a 1 percent sales tax to help fund the
current two-story building in downtown
Juneau. Since its opening, the museum’s
collection has grown from 5,500 to 35,000
display objects.
The museum of fers a range of
permanent displays highlighting Alaska’s
history, indigenous cultures and natural
history. These displays, which take up
more than half of the exhibition space,
range from a tiny Aleut thimble basket
to a life-size eagle nesting tree and
a scaled-down version of the stern
of Captain George Vancouver’s ship,
Discovery, which plied the waters of
Southeast Alaska from 1776 to 1779 in
order to map the area.
Objects that reflect the richness of the
state today are continuously collected.
Five permanent galleries, grouped
into Native peoples, Russian-America,
American period, natural history and
the Children’s Room, feature an array of
specimens and works of art.
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ALASKA STATE MUSEUM History comes alive in Juneau’s multifaceted cultural gem
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DIVERSITY ON DISPLAYAmong the most popular permanent
exhibitions are clothing, weapons, tools
and ceremonial objects from Alaska’s
distinct Alaska Native populations, such
as Northwest Coast, Athabascan, Aleut,
Inupiaq and Yup’ik. Highlights include a
large explanatory state map; a 34-foot
umiak (boat), one of the famed Chilkat
blankets; and the top of the Lincoln
Totem, whose carver used President
Abraham Lincoln as a model.
Alaska’s Russian-America era is
represented by a wide variety of items.
Generally dating from the 1740s to 1867, when
Russia sold Alaska to the United States for
$7.2 million, artifacts in this fascinating gallery
include a Russian imperial crest of a double-
headed eagle and a large samovar, which
was often used to brew tea.
The American period details the
role of the United States in the region,
with particular attention given to the
development of the state’s natural
resources. An entire room covers
mining and is creatively constructed to
resemble a rugged assay (substance
analysis) office from the early days of
Alaskan mining ventures. There’s also
an exhibition of minerals found in Alaska,
as well as mining equipment and a
display case from a long-closed Juneau
store including early tourist curios.
The Children’s Room offers several
learning act iv i t ies, including the
Discovery ship replica. Young visitors
are encouraged to don period costumes,
climb aboard the ship and explore the
past. The wonder of discovery is open
to all ages.
CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: The Eskimo gallery; the Museum Store; a display from Juneau’s mining days.
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…a tram that will whisk you 2,000 feet above alaska’s capital, where you’ll get a raven’s-eye view of Gastineau channel, the chilkat Mountains and the lush forests, which are actually alpine meadows, of southeast alaska. tickets are available for purchase from the onboard shore excursions Department.
at the summit of the tram, you’ll find well-marked trails and walkways — accented by ancient, traditional totemic carvings — that offer you the opportunity to absorb alaska’s natural and historic beauty. in addition to the stunning landscape, you’ll often see eagles, ravens, sitka blacktail deer, mountain goats, bears and wolves. an award-winning documentary, Seeing Daylight, offers insight into the local native way of life of the tlingit people.
from time to time, native artisans can be seen demonstrating their skills at raven-eagle Gifts, which carries everything from comfortable, affordable clothing and charming souvenirs to exquisite crystal and handcrafted traditional and modern native artworks. fresh alaskan seafood, prepared to order and served by friendly staff, is complemented by a pleasant alpine atmosphere at the timberline Bar & Grill.
Within steps of the gangway of your cruise ship, you’ll find the Mount roberts tramway…
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House of RussiaDiscover Juneau’s rich Russian history! Explore the enormous selection of traditional handicrafts from Russia’s top artists. For over 25 years, the local owners have individually hand-selected every object in this store. Located in the golden-yellow building near the Tram.
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blue Wharf deck by the floatplanes, with weather-protected
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Ketchikan is often referred to as the Rain Capital of Alaska, since rain may fall every day. But Ketchikanners don’t seem to mind; in fact, they proudly predict: “If you can’t see Deer Mountain, it’s raining, and if you can see it, it’s going to rain!” So be careful when you use the phrase “Save it for a rainy day.”
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QuickGUIDEFAMED FOR: Totem poles; Native villages; the vast Tongass National Forest — the largest in the United States. IT’S A FACT: In the 1880s, pioneers came to Ketchikan to fish for salmon rather than pan for gold. SIGNATURE SOUVENIRS: Salmon products; miniature totem poles; other items from the boutiques on Creek Street.
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Ketchikan peeks out of the mist like a hidden treasure, and when the sun does come out, it shines on one of the prettiest spots in Southeast Alaska.
This is the best place in the world to see totem poles, whether those along the water at Totem Bight State Historical Park; the antique poles at the Totem Heritage Center; or, as proof Native culture is thriving, the massive collection at Saxman, a one-mile-square Tlingit village. Other towns have some poles, but not this many — and nowhere else are there so many people with poles in their front yards.
As Alaska’s southernmost town, Ketchikan offers a taste of what a visitor is in for: bald eagles diving into the Tongass Narrows, catching salmon that glitter in the afternoon light; float planes landing after a day of flightseeing to Misty Fjords; a landscape of endless forest; waterfalls; the whoosh of exhaling killer whales. Walk along Creek Street — once the red-light district, now a line of boutiques just minutes from the dock — and check for spawning salmon in the waters below. Or get adventurous under the water: Ketchikan has some of Alaska’s best snorkeling.
Totem poles are history, a way of telling a story. Alaska’s story begins here in Ketchikan, under the totems’ watchful gaze. — E.R.H.
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Here are just a few of the many tours you can experience during your visit. see your onboard shore-excursion specialist to book today.
Bering Sea CraB FiSherman’S Tourfishing comes alive on Aleutian Ballad, the vessel from the second
season of the hit reality tv show Deadliest Catch. Bering sea fishermen
pull 700-pound king crabs on deck and tell tales of their water-filled
adventures. Guests are encouraged to take photos of the catch, which
includes king and snow crab, octopus and shark.
miSTY FJorDS SeaPLane aDVenTureGuests view Misty fjords national Monument, a dramatic wilderness
covering 2.3 million acres. the tour travels from the waters of tongass
narrows, over revillagigedo island and on to Misty fjords. participants will
land on a lake or fjord, where they can step onto the seaplane floats and
savor the incredible scenery.
miSTY FJorDS & WiLDerneSS exPLorerexplorers cruise to Misty fjords in a jet-powered catamaran. in the Behm
canal, they stop to view sights including an active bald eagle’s nest, a
tlingit pictograph, ice-carved rudyerd Bay, and new eddystone rock,
an immense volcanic spire. on the return trip, guests experience native
culture from a tlingit storyteller or native artist.
KnuDSon CoVe SPorTFiShingfishermen get a chance to land some of alaska’s famed salmon in
Knudson cove, on this tour that begins with a 30-minute ride along
tongass narrows. participants spend about four hours in the boats,
which have cabins, are fully stocked with tackle, bait and radios, and have
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in the old days, a totem-pole carver might
have to pay with his life.
for centuries, as far back as five
hundred years, the first thing visitors
would see when approaching a village
in southeast alaska would be a line
of totem poles facing the ocean. one
glance at the geometric designs would
be enough to detect who lived in the
town, what clans were represented and,
most important, something about the
people and their history.
totem poles were never religious
objects; instead, they told stories, kept
the past alive. traditionally, the native
men who carved the poles were the
only people welcome in every village,
and they worked hard for this honor.
entrusted with the memory of a people,
carvers went through much the same
training as a shaman; then, before a
village hired a pole carver, they’d make
him pass the equivalent of a graduate-
level exam on local mythology. it could
take a year to carve a large pole and if,
in the end, the carver got it wrong, if he’d
done something that changed the story,
his life was in the villagers’ hands.
The ToTem renaiSSanCethose days are gone. there’s a new
generation, a new wave of totem-pole
carvers. Working out of carving sheds
in almost every alaskan town of size,
combining innovative styles with time-
honored tools, they’re finding ways to
tell the story of a region that is changing
dramatically, very quickly. they’re adding
words to the language of the totem
pole and discovering just how flexible
Totem poles and Native art keep culture alive by telling stories of life in Southeast Alaska.
today’s totem carvers add new faces to the landscape.
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that language is. the carvers are now
making totem poles relevant to everyone,
expanding their community to encompass
the globe.the carving revival happened just in
time. totem poles nearly became extinct in the first half of the 20th century. poles have a natural life span of about 60 years; formerly, when that period was over, they were left to rot and decay. Many poles were hitting this point right when another problem arose: in canada, the government was suppressing native traditions; and in alaska, the government was making a conscious effort to put native culture on the back burner.
But the tide finally turned in the 1950s with renewed interest in local customs and native rights.
today, the new breed of carvers reaches out to a new audience. tlingit norman Jackson of Ketchikan says he carves so “everybody [will] understand our people. that’s why i learned you have to share the art.”
the first step was to bring the old poles back. Most contemporary carvers learned their craft by making faithful reproductions of dying poles. Wayne price, a tlingit from Haines, and non-native steve Brown from seattle carved five replicas for the Kik-setti totem park in Wrangell. tlingit nathan Jackson of Ketchikan, southeast’s premier carver, made a beautiful replica of a pole taken from southeast in 1899 by the Harriman expedition, part of a turn-of-the-century pole rush, when museums and private collectors all over the world were grabbing poles while the grabbing was good.
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two or three feet in diameter. to get that smooth inner wood, the carver must hunt through the old-growth rainforest for a tree perhaps three times that size, one that was young when British captain James cook sailed in the area in the late-18th century. after a century of logging in southeast’s forests, the biggest challenge facing the artisans at present might well be finding a suitable tree.
Before carving begins, the log is cut in half and hollowed out to prevent the wood from cracking. carvers could use modern power tools, of course, but they eschew them. Most poles are still carved with a small hatchet, called an adz, and an assortment of drawknives. even the
paint jobs tend to be conventional, with pigments made of plants, charcoal and oxides.
using ancestral techniques doesn’t mean the carvers are adhering to the old styles, however. the new poles offer novel twists: a mirror to represent the sun and a care Bear to please the carver’s daughter on native alaskan lee Wallace’s poles outside Ketchikan’s cape fox lodge; crossed flags of a state that didn’t exist when the first totems were carved on a nathan Jackson pole at Ketchikan’s totem Heritage center; a stylized mother holding a realistic baby, both sheltered by a classic raven and frog on nathan Jackson’s son stephen’s masterpiece pole at Juneau’s tramway. the current generation of carvers freely mixes and matches old and new elements. the tale is more important than how it’s told, and though once limited by tradition, nowadays the stories are about anything from the record of a hunting trip to the report of a great vacation. a lot of recent poles are simply about the pole creation itself — who designed it, who was behind it, the community that found this activity the best way to come together.
putting up a pole has always been serious, expensive business. in 1879, the famed naturalist John Muir wrote that “the erection of a totem pole…is often talked of for a year or two beforehand,” and “from one to two hundred blankets, worth three dollars apiece, are paid to the genius who carves them.” today, a carver can easily be paid upward of $2,000 per foot of artwork.
Money is forthcoming: towns are commissioning poles; private collectors are putting poles in their houses; no upscale establishment in alaska is considered complete without a couple of poles; and
museums worldwide are commissioning poles, both replicas and originals.
a pole raising still brings everybody out. it can take a hundred people or more to carry a big pole. in the past, the carver would dance, with all his tools hanging from him, while someone else told the story of the pole. now you probably won’t get the dance, but the storytelling remains the high point of the ceremony and the celebration goes on all night.
no matter how the poles alter in form, no matter how the reasons for putting up a pole may change, the spirit behind the poles stays the same. as nathan Jackson explained in a radio interview, poles tell “what we are, what we belong to, and what we’re born with.” they’re the faces of the coastal landscape, stories of the past and present given to the future.
Masterpieces of expression
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“the erection of a totem pole…is often talked of for a year or two beforehand.”
—John Muir, naturalist, 1879
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In the early days, the low doors also made
it easy for the people inside the house to
bonk you on the head with an axe and
push you back outside if they didn’t want
you to come in. Fortunately, that doesn’t
happen anymore.
The clan house — sometimes called
a tribal house — was once the center of
Native family life in Southeast Alaska. And
like many other Native traditions, after
fading away in the late-19th and early-20th
centuries, the tribal house is back. In
fact, it’s more important than ever — the
embrace of the clan house extends to the
entire community.
Ketchikan is the best place in
Southeast Alaska to get a look inside.
One of its two houses is a replica that
enlivens the past; the other is the center
of the town’s daily life.
MODELING THE PASTAt Totem Bight State Historical Park, 12 miles
north of Ketchikan’s cruise ship dock, a
masterly reproduction of a classic tribal
house was built by the Civilian Conservation
Corps right before World War II. Its primary
characteristics tell us much about the
people who lived in such houses.
The clan house was a winter dwelling
for Southeast Alaska Natives, who spent
their summers at fish camps. Like all
traditional clan houses, the one at Totem
Bight is a simple box, basically one large
room with platforms ringing the central
fire pits. Each house was inhabited by
an extended family — anywhere from
30 to 100 people. The house chief’s
living quarters, situated near the rear
of the dwelling, were separated from
the rest of the house by a large, carved
wooden screen. Everyone else lived
communally, although each individual
had his or her own space, probably
defined by bentwood boxes or blankets.
A person’s relationship to the house
chief was indicated by the proximity of his or
her personal space to the patriarch’s space.
Traditionally, houses were built by workers
of the opposite moiety, or tribal subdivision,
from the people who would live in the
house — that is, Ravens would build for
LEFT: Typical clan house door. ABOVE: Interior house post, Totem Bight tribal house.
Bow low when you enter a traditional clan house in Southeast Alaska. It shows respect to the house and to its inhabitants. Besides, you won’t have any choice: A typical clan house doorway is only about four feet high, reminding those who cross the threshold that they’re entering a different world.
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eagles or Wolves, and vice versa — and
once the house was completed, the family
would hold a feast for everyone as part of
the dedication ceremony. Houses were
named, but the name could live beyond
the structure; a new house built in the same
spot might carry the same name, as long
as part of the original family still lived there.
the tribal house in totem Bight
represents typical native construction of
the early-19th century. the house is built
of red cedar, spruce and hemlock; the
roof is shingled with cedar shakes; and
the ridgepole is the same as one that
the naturalist John Muir described in 1879:
“yellow cypress…two feet in diameter, forty
feet long, and as round and true as if it
had been turned in a lathe.”
the structure faces the water, as all such
native dwellings did. a village might have
had eight or ten of these houses, ranging
in size from 30 by 40 feet to 50 by 100 feet,
lined up along the shore.
the totem Bight house’s four interior
corners are graced by elaborately carved
house posts. resembling indoor totem
poles, house posts varied in their intricacy:
some were adorned with abalone shells
for eyes and with real human hair. the
floorboards of a tribal house lifted up
to reveal storage space beneath for
housewares, blankets and treasured items.
Drying meats and other foodstuffs were
stored suspended from the rafters.
the bentwood boxes, fashioned without
nails, were made of cedar wood. spruce
fibers were transformed into cooking pots.
long strips of cedar bark, also used as
medicine, were woven into clothes. indeed,
everything in a clan house was made of
spruce or cedar.
reaChing ouTtotem Bight’s clan house was built as a
museum to keep the memory of the old
days alive. no one lives in clan houses
anymore. But that doesn’t mean they’re
irrelevant. as tlingit Donna Diamond
points out, in this day of single-family
dwellings, the modern-day tribal house
serves to unite the community into
a family of sorts.
a visit to saxman, two and a half miles
south of the Ketchikan waterfront, is the
ideal way to discover the way the “new”
clan house functions. saxman is an
independent native village that occupies
a square mile of territory inside the greater
Ketchikan borough. the approximately 450
people who call saxman home maintain a
strong sense of their tlingit identity.
While not a residence, the Beaver clan
House, built in 1987 and surrounded by
alaska’s best collection of totem poles, is
used in a very traditional manner. the clan
holds regular festival nights at the house
and also conducts wedding ceremonies.
and it’s the venue for watch nights —
something akin to a wake — when the
community comes to say good-bye to
one of its members.
saxman has both a municipal
government and a tribal government,
and some tribal affairs are administered
at the clan house. “if we have conflicts,”
saxman resident nora DeWitt says, “that’s
where we go to settle them.”
But the Beaver clan House is more
than the center of life in saxman. By
welcoming visitors for all manner of
native programs, the clan house reaches
out beyond the village. Musicians play
centuries-old songs on traditional
instruments for audiences from around
the world. storytellers keep native oral
traditions alive. there are activities for
kids and an artist’s co-op. in the summer
months, the house is open for tours and
regular performances of native dances.
something is happening at the clan
house almost every day of the year,
offering visitors a glimpse into the heart
of the village.
once upon a time, the clan house was
a place where family stayed together, safe
and secure from the dangers outside.
now, as Diamond explains, it’s “a gathering
place…where different people come
together.” the tribal house still unifies;
only now, its reach is broader than ever.
so don’t forget to bow down when
you enter a clan house. You’re being
admitted into the heart of a community —
a place of honor.
The colorful exterior of a clan house
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AlASkA kING SAlMONIn size, flavor, texture and color, Alaska king salmon is the crown jewel of seafood offerings. Prized for its polyunsaturated oil content, firm texture and succulent flesh, this important sport fish and commercial fish is also known as spring, quinnat, tyee, tule or blackmouth salmon. In the ocean, this salmon is a robust, deep-bodied fish with bluish-green coloration that fades to silver and white. Unlike other salmon species, chinook, which have been spotted as large as 126 pounds, spawn and grow in inshore marine waters, making them available to fishers all year.
SOCkEyE (RED) SAlMONNamed for their deep-red color, sockeyes can be differentiated from other salmon by their large black spots. Sockeye meat remains red throughout the cooking process, bringing dramatic impact to the meal presentation.
A sophisticated entrée loved by Japanese and Americans, sockeye salmon are graded and marketed as whole fish, steaks or fillets, or preserved in cans. They live in the sea and enter freshwater systems to spawn. like all Pacific salmon, sockeyes die within a few weeks after spawning.
COhO (SIlVER) SAlMONOne of the best eating fish, silvers are
distinguished by their orange-red flesh, solid texture and delicate flavor. Their size — 10 pounds and 30 inches long — high fat content and appealing color make them popular in both fresh-frozen and smoked steak and fillet cuts. Commercially, these salmon are a valuable fall catch because of their late spawning season. But little is known about their ocean migrations.
PINk SAlMONThe smallest and most abundant of the salmon species, pinks are light and rosy-colored with a tender texture and a mild flavor. Economical in price, they weigh about four pounds and are approximately 25 inches long. Following entry into saltwater, baby pinks, feeding on plankton, larval fish and insects, move along the beach in dense schools near the surface. For dining, pink salmon is good grilled in one piece or chopped in pasta dishes, seafood salad or chowder.
RAINBOw TROUTRainbow, which live in streams and lakes, are the most well-known of the true trouts because they are highly prized game fish and food. Brightly colored fish with black spots and a rosy band along each side of the body, they often migrate from fresh-water to the open sea.
A rainbow trout fights long and hard for its freedom. Once the fish reaches the sea, it is called a steelhead since its color changes to steel-blue.
PACIFIC hAlIBUTThe biggest flatfish living near the bottom of the ocean, halibut dwell in water depths of 60 to 3,600 feet. They have large mouths, strong teeth and eyes set atop their heads, and they burrow their flat bodies in the sandy ocean bottom when in danger. Of all the whitefish in Alaska, halibut is the preference of many chefs. Its low fat content and dense texture have made it a popular alternative to steak.
PACIFIC hERRINGAlaska’s herring industry began in 1878, when 30,000 pounds were marketed for human consumption. Today the principal food fish in the world produces about $30 million for the state.
with blue-green upper bodies and silvery sides, the Pacific herring, 18 inches long, is devoid of markings. Spawning in Prince william Sound and the Bering Sea, the herring frequents shallow, vegetated areas in the intertidal and subtidal zones.
herring are abundant and provide food for fish, mammals and birds, as well as for people.
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Good news for anglers and seafood lovers: alaska’s Department of fish and Game has stocked the state’s waters with a generous supply of salmon, rainbow trout and other species. the best fishing begins in May and lasts through a chilly september. in late July, millions of salmon swim from the sea up the freshwater streams where they were spawned.
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over the past 120 years, endless amounts of gold have been mined in alaska; however, very few gold nuggets weighing over 30 ounces have ever been found. one now belongs to David conner.
in the fall of 2012, conner, owner of orocal natural Gold co., received a call from an anchorage area number. He was offered an opportunity that, in over 45 years of doing business in alaska, he had never seen. the caller was selling an authentic 30-ounce alaskan gold nugget from his family estate that had been found years earlier.
after careful consideration, conner agreed to the sale. “You see, finding a nugget weighing over one ounce is considered rarer than a five-carat
diamond, so can you only imagine how rare a thirty-ounce nugget is?”
according to conner, most gold pieces found are between 1 and 2 millimeters. nuggets of this size can be bought at any of the orocal natural Gold co. authorized dealers in Ketchikan and throughout alaska. they can then be cut by skilled craftspeople into a beautiful piece of jewelry or as keepsakes to remember your trip to the last frontier.
conner is not sure if he’ll be selling “the Big one” anytime soon, but he hopes to put it on display at one of his authorized dealers to allow visitors a chance to see and even hold it.
to learn more, visit www.orocal.com.
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KetchikanMining CompanyVisit Ketchikan Mining Company for Alaskan gifts and souvenirs, apparel, jewelry, smoked salmon and Alaska-made totem poles. We also have a large section of Hatley pajamas for everyone in the family. Located on the cruise ship dock.
30 Front Street [email protected] 907-247-3444 888-994-3444
the outlet storeLocated steps from your ship, we are Ketchikan’s exciting retail location! We sell souvenirs and have a large selection of bulk candy and homemade fudge. Our fudge is delicious!
5 Salmon Landing #100 [email protected] 907-225-3008
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To their surprise, they found in the forests of Southeast Alaska some of the world’s finest trees; the wood was ideal for shipbuilding. The Spanish quickly capitalized on this bounty by harvesting and shipping the wood to Baja, where it was used to expand their ever-growing fleet of ships.
The news of the 1898 Yukon gold rush set the stage for the construction of small sawmills throughout Southeast Alaska to provide lumber for the building of shantytowns and to fuel the boilers of the hundreds of steamships racing up and down the coast with gold seekers from the Lower 48. By the early 1900s, as the gold rush slowed, settlers focused on the vast runs of salmon in the region. Newly opened canneries needed millions of feet of cedar to build crates to ship the salmon.
World War II brought another boom to the region’s forest industry. Alaska’s readily available Sitka spruce was the lightest, strongest wood known, a high-grade lumber used in the production of planes and ships. After the war, Alaskan lumber was shipped to Japan to rebuild the war-torn nation. In fact, the Japanese market has consumed more Alaskan lumber in the past 50 years than any other country.
Today less than one percent of the Tongass National Forest is set aside for logging. Ninety percent of the roadless wilderness remains untouched.
All over the region, you can see loggers compete in small competitions and relive the good old days of the logging era. In Ketchikan, you can catch a live 75-minute competition between Alaskan and Canadian lumberjacks. Watch World Champion athletes, as seen on ESPN and OLN (Outdoor Life Network), compete in various events, such as log rolling, chopping, sawing and tree climbing. The daily show is hosted by the colorful Tale Twister, the camp cook who tells stories about these rugged men and their rugged land.
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Scanlon GalleryScanlon Gallery has a great selection of gold nugget jewelry made in Alaska by Rita Bishop. Rita combines other stones and opals with her designs to complement the beauty of the Alaskan gold nugget, which is the gem of Alaska. Rita’s Gold Nugget Jewelry can be found at Scanlon Gallery in Ketchikan, Alaska.
318 Mission Street www.scanlongallery.com 907-247-4730
sitka furgalleryFor four generations, Sitka Fur Gallery has been renowned for the quality and craftsmanship of its furs. These family-owned and -operated furriers produce a collection of men’s and women’s coats, hats, scarves, gloves, boots and slippers, with sizes from petite to plus. The Ultimate Alaskan Gift!
312 Mission Street akfurs.com 907-225-8870 888-649-3820
nick michael’sThis one-of-a-kind gallery contains an incredible collection of beautiful art by Alaskan and other U.S. artists, who capture the beauty of Alaska. Artists’ media include glass, bronze, metal, bone, ivory, wood and pottery. We have sculptures, dolls, knives, ivory and glass jewelry, scrimshaw, Christmas collectibles and much more.
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the tongass nat ional forest , encompassing more than 16 million acres, is the largest national forest in the united states and an integral part of Ketchikan’s economy and lifestyle. Most people are surprised to learn that the tongass is a rainforest, albeit a temperate one; there is no defined rainy season and rain may fall here every day. on the first floor of Ketchikan’s federal Building, the u.s. forest service interpretive center runs an excellent program about this natural wonder.
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fish pirate’s saloonVisit Fish Pirate’s Saloon and take in the rich history of Alaska’s fishing industry. We specialize in Alaska king crab and fish & chips, with four Alaskan beers on tap. Our gift shop offers unique items to remind you of your memorable experiences in Ketchikan.
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It was the birthplace of the Klondike gold rush, but Skagway was a much different place before gold fever struck. Only one family lived here, and there was only a crude trail over the White Pass. Native Tlingit people lived in the next valley at Dyea, where the traditional trade route over Chilkoot Pass led from the coast to the interior of Canada.
Today, Skagway glories in its golden past with such attractions as the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, celebrating the Klondike gold rush through 15 restored buildings within the Skagway Historic District. And if you don’t feel like walking, horse-drawn carriages will transport you through town in true 19th-century style.
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QuickGUIDEFAMED FOR: An Old West atmosphere, with horse-drawn carriages and other 19th-century tributes. IT’S A FACT: The gold rush began here on Aug. 17, 1896, when the precious metal was discovered on Rabbit Creek. SIGNATURE SOUVENIRS: A hand-painted miner’s pan; a replica engine of the White Pass & Yukon railroad; a postcard from the Red Onion Saloon.
The White Pass & Yukon Route Railway brings visitors into a breathtaking scene.
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Coming ashore in Skagway is taking a walk into history: Downtown hasn’t changed much since it first sprang up as a jump-off point for the great 1898 Klondike gold rush. Back then, thousands of people walked Broadway, buying gear for the trip north. Today, the false-front buildings are just as busy with art galleries and duty-free shops.
Jammed into a t iny box val ley, with glaciers shining on the eastern mountain slopes and the deep waters of the Lynn Canal reflecting the ice, Skagway looks like it was designed by a postcard company. Or maybe a toy train manufacturer. Each summer day, the beautifully refurbished White Pass & Yukon Route Railway runs excursions along trails originally worn smooth by the boots of would-be prospectors. You can still hike the Chilkoot Trail today, or just fly over the glaciers and rugged mountains in a helicopter and look down on the trail.
In Skagway itself, almost nothing is more than a few minutes’ walk away. Stop at the Red Onion Saloon or Captain Moore’s House to see what life was like during the rush; catch the Days of ’98 show at the Eagle’s Hall; try panning for gold at the old dredge. Or just walk out to Yakutania Point for the best view of the town, the ships, the fjord. — E.R.H. P
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Downtown SkagwayHere are just a few of the many tours you can experience during your visit. see your onboard shore-excursion specialist to book today.
Best of skagway: RaIL sUMMIt, tRaIL CaMP, saLMoN Bakeaboard an antique parlor car, guests travel the White pass & Yukon route railway to fraser, British columbia, where they switch to deluxe motor coach and ride on to liarsville Gold rush trail camp. Guests enjoy a portrayal of the “uncrowned king of skagway,” soapy smith. following lunch, the saucy ladies of the red onion saloon welcome guests back to 1898.
“aLL aBoaRd” the steaM tRaIN adveNtUReall aboard “the scenic railway of the World,” to enjoy views of mountains, glaciers, waterfalls and historic sites. pulled by authentic steam engines, the White pass & Yukon route railway carries riders in style on vintage parlor cars — with a champagne toast at the summit. Guests learn the history of the Klondike gold rush and of the historic railroad.
dogsLeddINg & heLICoPteR gLaCIeR fLIghtseeINgGuests fly by helicopter over taiya inlet as the pilot narrates the history of skagway and the Gold rush of 1898. they land at a dog camp and get to drive a team of friendly alaskan huskies over the ice-covered glacier, or can choose to sit back in the sled and take in the sights.
takshaNUk MoUNtaIN tRaIL By 4x4this tour begins with a scenic cruise to Haines aboard a high-speed catamaran. at the takshanuk trailhead, participants get an orientation in driving four-wheel-drive vehicles and then explore the trail. on the way down, they stop at an exclusive mountaintop lodge to enjoy a warm fire, stunning views and a gourmet lunch before returning to skagway and the ship.
gLaCIeR PoINt wILdeRNess safaRIDeep fjords, lush rainforests, colorful wildflowers and towering mountains are part of this journey through Glacier point. it begins with a cruise through alaska’s deepest fjord, where whales and sea lions may come into view. after a short walk through a forest, guests enter a 31-foot canoe that takes them among icebergs to the face of the mighty blue glacier. lunch is provided.
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Gold brought with it commerce and
permanence; the settlers needed a way
in and a way out. the line, the White pass
& Yukon route (Wp&Yr), was completed
in two years, two months and two days.
now the White pass & Yukon route’s
narrow-gauge railroad, headquartered
in skagway, is one of alaska’s top visitor
attractions. from May to september 2012,
it carried more than 390,000 passengers.
they got to enjoy breathtaking scenery
outside and charming nostalgia inside:
the polished green-and-brass parlor cars
are straight out of the 1890s, boasting wide
windows and comfortable seats.
in the White pass office, a fabulous hand-
painted mural depicting the colorful history
of the Wp&Yr wraps around all four walls of
the depot waiting room.
originally, the Wp&Yr covered 110
miles, from skagway across the lofty
st. elias Mountains to Whitehorse, the
capital of canada’s Yukon territory. these
days, trains run along the first 67.5 miles
of track, between skagway and carcross,
Yukon territory. rail buffs rate the trip as
one of the great train rides of the world.
at carcross, a “golden” spike was driven
into the ground on July 29, 1900, to mark
the line’s completion. Wp&Yr officials and
Called the “Scenic Railway of the World,” Skagway’s White Pass & Yukon Route Railway offers spectacular views.
The railroad’s original route
More than a century ago, a railroad was born of a gold rush. Gold was discovered in the Yukon territory in 1896. During the period 1897-1898, the stampeders arrived in alaska en masse on their way to the Yukon.
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guests gathered in carcross on July 29,
2000, to celebrate the railroad’s centennial.
BUILdINg the “sCeNIC RaILway of the woRLd” Gold was discovered in the Klondike
country of the canadian Yukon, almost
500 miles north of skagway, near the
end of the 19th century. the whispered
word “Gold!” became a shout
heard around the world, and
soon the stampede was on.
thousands of hopeful miners
poured through skagway on
their way to the goldfields
around the Klondike’s new
boomtown, Dawson city.
there were two perilous gold
trails from the skagway area. one was the
avalanche-prone chilkoot trail. the other
was known as the White pass trail. Both
ended at lake Bennett, British columbia,
where the gold-fevered prospectors built
crude boats and rafts to float down the
Yukon river to Dawson city.
Halfway around the world, British
financiers in london were looking
for ways to cash in on the Klondike
madness. they reasoned there must
be a better way to get prospectors over
the mountains — and harvest a share of
the miners’ gold. sir thomas tancrede,
an english aristocrat, was dispatched to
skagway in 1898 to explore the feasibility
of building a railroad into the Yukon.
tancrede had a look around and decided
that the mountain barriers were too high,
the grades too steep.
He was just about to file a negative
report when Michael J. Heney, a canadian
railroad contractor, hiked into skagway
after scouting the mountain passes
around lake Bennett. tancrede and his
companions invited Heney to join them
for a drink at skagway’s st. James Hotel.
the men talked far into the night. Heney
affirmed that a railroad could be built
through White pass. “this country needs
this railroad — and i would like to be the
man to do it,” he told tancrede. “Give me
enough dynamite and snoose [snuff], and
i’ll build a road to hell!”
Heney was hired, and construction
began on May 28, 1898. But even as the
first ribbons of steel pointed toward White
pass, trouble was brewing
back in skagway.
at the time, skagway was a
rowdy town ruled by an outlaw
gang. a visiting canadian
Mountie called it “little better
than a hell on earth.” robberies
and murders were common
occurrences. Honky-tonk
pianos accompanied the
crack of gunshots and cries
for help. Jefferson randolph
“soapy” smith, a sometimes charming,
always dangerous con man, reigned over
both skagway and the gold trails.
local merchants decided that soapy
smith and his gaggle of gangsters had to go.
the town’s wicked reputation was driving
away business.
the showdown came on July 8, 1898.
vigilantes gathered on the skagway
waterfront. smith, hearing about the
meeting, downed a glass of whiskey,
then, rifle in hand, marched down the
street to confront his foes. frank H. reid,
the town surveyor, blocked his way. there
was a brief scuffle. smith shot reid in the
groin; reid fired his revolver at almost the
same instant, putting a bullet through
the scoundrel’s heart. smith died on the
scene. reid, mortally wounded, expired
shortly thereafter.
TOP: Builders braved dangerous conditions. ABOVE: Monument in Carcross commemorates the centennial of the completion of the White Pass & Yukon route.
Jefferson Randolph Smith, aka “Soapy” (1860-1898)
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thirteen days later, the White pass & Yukon
route dispatched its first train on a four-
mile excursion for skagway dignitaries. two
and a half miles out of town, the tracks
meandered by the fresh graves of soapy
smith and frank reid.Heney’s men continued toiling toward
the White pass summit. they hacked and blasted through the mountains with picks, shovels and black powder, sometimes dangling on ropes hundreds of feet above thundering rapids. they swatted swarms of mosquitoes in summer and endured winter temperatures plunging to 60 degrees below zero.
the tracks reached the 2,865-foot- high White pass summit in february 1899. and on July 29, construction crews coming from skagway and Whitehorse met at carcross.
“aLL aBoaRd!”nowadays visitors are immersed in history as they ride the Wp&Yr train along the old rail trail over White pass. While passing the Gold rush cemetery, passengers see a tall granite shaft over reid’s resting place inscribed: “He gave his life for the honor of skagway.” smith’s grave is just outside the cemetery boundary. the good people of skagway were not about to plant his remains in hallowed ground, skagway tour guides tell visitors.
Just beyond the cemetery, the tracks rise quickly from sea level into the snowcapped peaks and blue-white glaciers of the st. elias Mountains. the train weaves, climbs and grinds toward the crest of White pass, looping across cliffhanging cuts with dizzying views of misty waterfalls and traversing granite paths where the boot prints of Klondike stampeders can still be seen.
the stampede to the Klondike was a frenzy that burned out in little more than two years. But the White pass & Yukon route, a nugget from that epic gold rush, chugs along as one of the last remaining narrow-gauge railroads in north america.
The White Pass & Yukon Route Railway is recognized as an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark.
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the glaciers that carved this landscape came through at a height of around 3,500 feet, grinding down anything beneath them. land higher than 3,500 feet escaped the glaciers’ clip job.
now consider: the glaciers did the same thing to all that land that today lies underwater. and there may be no better example of this than the lynn canal, the longest, deepest fjord in north america. the lynn comes in at a bit over 90 miles, end to end. in some spots, it measures more than 2,000 feet deep, from the top of the calm water where ships travel to the darkest recesses of the ocean floor.
that alone wouldn’t be so spectacular. But in some places, the canal is not much more than a mile wide, with boundary cliffs rising a couple thousand feet into the sky.
the canal is an important shelter for marine mammals. seals and sea lions haul out on shoreline rocks (watch for visible ears — sea lions have them, seals don’t), and it’s not at all uncommon to see humpback whales coming in to feed off upwellings created by the steep underwater geography. and high above, bald eagles fly past mountain goats browsing fingernail-size cliff ledges.
ReMaRkaBLe JoURNeynearing its head, the canal splits, the left fork heading toward the chilkat river and the town of Haines. another few miles straight on, the channel narrows and then splits a final time: now the left fork goes to the ghost town of Dyea, little more than a few collapsed buildings whispering memories of the gold rush. the right fork dead-ends at skagway, where the geography of the mountains
around the town echoes the canal: narrow, steep, the peaks whispering their own memories of glaciers.
come evening, the cruise ships have to back out of skagway’s docks and do a three-point turn toward Dyea as if taking a last look back at the place that held so many hopeful miners’ dreams. tugs escort the ships, ready to keep them on track if the canal’s famed winds start to blow; from the decks of the tugs, the ships seem like movable walls, their lights sparkling.
and under it all, the seals, the whales, the otters go about their business as usual. the canal is home to them, but they don’t seem to have any trouble sharing it.
The deep fjord passes through high mountains.
Seals hanging out on the rocks along the shore.
The majestic bald eagle
Here’s a trick to guessing the heights of mountains in southeast alaska: if the tops are rounded and gentle, they’re under 3,500 feet or so; jagged mountains are over 3,500 feet. Why? simple…
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A Vision of Harmony Amid the dynamics of a new era, Robert Hunter conveys a world that remains unchanged, unspoiled. His world is tranquil and richly diverse, yet robust with natural beauty. His visual images speak of rural roots, a small-town heritage and connections to the land and sea. Communicating this is natural and vital to Robert’s existence. His creations are messages that he sends to art lovers throughout the world. Robert’s art reveals a vision of harmony and balance within our world and within the universe. His abstract paintings include beams, arcs and bands of muted and dazzling light. They hint of opposing textures. Spectrums of contradictory hues coexist compatibly, synergistically.
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Shopping in
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TOP: Alaska authors. ABOVE: Robert Service’s cabin in Dawson City, 1958. BELOW: The cover of Jack London’s classic novel, The Call of the Wild.
robert service, also known as the Bard of the Yukon, perhaps captures skagway best in his poem, “the trail of ninety-eight,” which recalls the days when he “joined the weltering mass/clamoring over their outfits, waiting to climb the pass.”
But Jack london is the town’s best seller. “the dogs dashed up on the street, adding to the gayety of skaguay,” he wrote (with the spelling of the time) in The Call of the Wild.
it was easy to have fun in skagway. naturalist John Muir said the town resembled a “nest of ants,” because it was the end of civilization: Beyond lay nothing but that calling wild.
still, alaska’s wild spirit made even the great gunslinger Wyatt earp nervous, according to his bride, Josephine sarah
Marcus earp, who wrote I Married Wyatt Earp. the book also mentions one of earp’s pallbearers, Wilson Mizner, a member of skagway’s infamous soapy smith gang.
soapy’s crew conned nearly every miner who passed through, and inspired endless myths. they developed such notoriety that they earned a cameo in one of Disney’s Uncle Scrooge comics and a major role in James Michener’s Alaska, a novel that seems to be half the size of the state itself.
the gold rush has passed, the streets are tamed, but skagway is still proud of when it was, as pierre Berton recounts in Klondike , “outrageously lawless.” Because that makes for great stories — stories they’re still telling in the town’s streets and beyond. —E.R.H.
the stampeders of the great Klondike gold
rush left two things in skagway: hopeful
paths so worn they’re still visible, and a
mountain of stories.
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Corrington’sAlaskan Ivory and MuseumFamily-owned for 44 years. Experts in walrus and mammoth ivory, jade, soapstone, artifacts, masks, totemics and Native art. Beautiful and free museum of Alaska history told on scrimshawed (etched) ivory walrus tusks. Come in and meet trader Corrington, an Iditarod racing veteran. Next to the free bathrooms at the Skagway Bazaar.
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Skagway Outlet StoreThe original outlet store in Southeast Alaska. A little farther down Broadway, but worth the walk for service, the huge variety of items, and the Alaskan atmosphere. You won’t want to miss this store.
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The Alaska Knife & Ulu StoreHuge selection of Alaskan and USA-made knives and ulus with beautiful blades and exquisite utilitarian handles. Located next to the Skagway Brewing Company and Alaska Fudge Store. We carry William Henry, Buck, Kershaw, Bob Merry, Eddie Lee, Pierce, Dale Duby, J- 2, Beaux Recatto and more.
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Alaska Shirt CompanyWith over 9,000 square feet of retail space and 100,000-plus shirts, we have more souvenirs than anyone. Located near the Train Depot.
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alaskafur galleryFor four generations, Alaska Fur Gallery has been renowned for the quality and craftsmanship of its furs. These family-owned and -operated furriers produce a collection of men’s and women’s coats, hats, scarves, gloves, boots and slippers, with sizes from petite to plus.
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Dejon DelightsThe “Made in Alaska” ShopAlaskan family-owned and -operated since 1984. We feature fine handcrafted Alaska gifts including our own smoked salmon, a wide variety of local food items, woodcrafts, artwork and body care products.
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ChangingThreads StoreFeaturing seaweed yarn dyed in-store and sold exclusively at Changing Threads. Visit our new location at 370 Third Avenue. We have recently combined with our sister store, Rushin’ Tailor’s QuiltAlaska, to provide you with great customer service and resources for all your quilting and needle art needs. Now both great stores under one roof.
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Rushin’ Tailor’sQuilt AlaskaWe feature a huge selection of Alaskan and Northern themed fabrics as well as Northern themed Quilt Kits and patterns. Check us out at 370 Third Avenue, near the corner of 3rd and Broadway.
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The AlaskanFudge Co. of SkagwayEnjoy a large variety of delicious handcrafted fudge and confections at this locally owned candy store. Using fine ingredients, the Alaskan Fudge Co. of Skagway creates mouthwatering confections on marble tables right before your eyes. Looking for the perfect made-in-Alaska gift? We have a large selection of hand-dipped turtles, clusters, fudge, caramel corns and brittles.
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skagway brewing Co.Great micro brews, delicious pub fare and good times. We are Skagway’s local craft brewery! We have in-house hand-crafted ales, local halibut and salmon, great burgers and fries, a game room and gift shop. We work hard. We play hard. And we KNOW how to have a good time.
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Maybe it ’s that way because not everybody who came for the gold rush went away when it was over — or when their earthly lives were over.
skagway is literally haunted by some of its long-ago pioneers. or so the local lore has it.
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the town’s most famous ghost is in the red onion saloon. Besides the usual business of creeping footsteps, clanking chains and pounding hearts, this spectre also seems to like watering the plants.
the Golden north Hotel was built as the height of alaska luxury in 1898. for a hundred years, ghosts enjoyed sharing rooms with live strangers. the hotel has been converted into a shop, but there’s still a chance of the dining-room ghost walking by, wondering what all those t-shirts are for.
finally, the most reliable ghost report: a town official was working late and alone in the eagles Hall, where The Days of ’98 Show has been held for more than 25 years. this official heard banging and clanking and then something that he said was way too close to a scream.
He left. fast. But the ghosts of skagway remain. —E.R.H.
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the false-front buildings of skagway seem frozen in time, forever standing in that 1890s heyday of long skirts for women and mackinaws for men.
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Space Needle and Mount Rainier, Seattle
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SeattleFounded in 1851, Seattle has always lured those with a pioneer spirit. And it’s still attracting adventurous souls. The Emerald City celebrates its past at Pioneer Square, a National Historic District, as well as at Chinatown-International District, where Seattle’s Asian-American heritage is showcased at restaurants, shops and historical exhibits.
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the scenic Cascade and Olympia mountain ranges outside the city; experienced climbers make their way here to scale Mount Rainier. And the arts are fully represented at numerous museums and cultural venues. They include the Seattle Center, on the original grounds of the 1962 World’s Fair. Here you will find Seattle’s most famous icon, the Space Needle, which offers a 360-degree view from a 520-foot-high observation deck.
VancouverLovely parks and exquisite botanical gardens fill this Canadian port, host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. One of the most impressive parks is Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre forested peninsula with beaches and walking trails, including a meandering, seven-mile-long seawall. In the center of the city, atop Little Mountain, sits Queen Elizabeth Park. Once an old rock quarry, it has been transformed into a sunken garden of shrubbery and flower beds.
The University of British Columbia’s Botanical Garden is arranged into several distinct areas, including an Asian garden, an Alpine garden, a British Columbia native-plants garden and the serene Nitobe Memorial Garden.
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VictoriaThe influence of Victoria’s English founders remains strong in this pretty city of well-tended gardens and charming homes. During the gold-rush days of the mid-1800s, it was home to thousands of hopeful prospectors. Today it showcases its nautical past at the Maritime Museum of British Columbia.
The heart of the city curves around the quaint stone-walled Inner Harbour, around which are such attractions as the Undersea Gardens, the Royal London Wax Museum and the staid, block-long Empress Hotel.
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Here are just a few of the many tours you can experience during your visit. see your onboard shore-excursion specialist to book today.
Historic Downtown & ButcHart GarDensThis excursion shows why Victoria is known as Canada’s “City of Gardens.”
Participants take a self-guided tour, using multi-language maps, of famed
Butchart Gardens, which the Butchart family transformed from a rock
quarry. The downtown portion includes the Inner Harbour, with its majestic
Parliament buildings and the ivy-covered Empress Hotel.
twiliGHt HiGHliGHts & craiGDarrocH castleBuilt between 1887 and 1890, Craigdarroch Castle is a national Historic
site on a hill overlooking the city. after touring the Victorian home, guests
are taken on a drive through Victoria; landmarks include Chinatown’s Gate
of Harmonious Interest, Canada’s narrowest street, the Inner Harbour,
Parliament buildings and the Empress Hotel.
Victoria By DouBle DeckerVictoria’s old-world charm comes alive on this tour by vintage English
double-decker bus. Participants take a scenic marine drive along
beautiful bays and coves, through neighborhoods and past parks and
lookouts. after the drive, guests have time to explore the town.
Victoria By Horse Drawn trolleyGuests may feel they’ve gone back in time on this narrated journey along
the waterfront. a powerful team of purebred horses — usually Percherons,
Belgians or Clydesdales — leads the trolley along historic James Bay,
one of Victoria’s original neighborhoods, and through Beacon Hill Park,
the city’s natural heart. The park’s 154 acres of carefully preserved trees,
gardens and pond provide a peaceful haven amidst a busy town of
government work and commerce.
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