Cruises

Joe’s Alaska Cruise Tips

Alaska is a massive place, and a cruise is easily the best way to see the scale of it without getting lost in the weeds. This guide covers the practical side of navigating the Last Frontier—from why you actually need a real camera (and a zoom lens) to the reality of those “expensive” excursions. I’ve also broken down my favorite spots in the major ports like Juneau and Skagway, plus a few tips on cruise etiquette and where to find the best wild salmon. If you’re planning your first trip up the Inside Passage, here is what you actually need to know before you board.

16 Cruising Tips

In this article, Joe discusses some of his favorite go-to “insider” cruise tips. The tips will make your pictures better, help you get the dining reservations you want, get you around the ships quicker, give you better dining options, and offers some “dos” and “don’ts” while you’re packing your bag.

Carnival Fascination Eastern Caribbean Cruise, 2017

Joe shares a video playlist he created while sailing on the Carnival Fascination to the Eastern and Southern Caribbean. In the video, he goes to San Juan, Barbados, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, Saint Martin / Sint Maarten, and the US Virgin Islands.