Alaska TravelGram

Can’t beat it, really. The Great Alaskan TourSaver has all the best activities, tours, accommodations and attractions throughout the state. 

Pay $99.95 for the book–and everything is 2-for-1, including:

a. 2-for-1 charter fishing in Seward, Kodiak, Kenai River, Susitna Valley.

b. 2-for-1 Princess Alaska Lodges on Kenai River, near Denali and near Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.

c. 2-for-1 Glacier cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park, near Columbia Glacier, in Prince William Sound.

d. 2-for-1 admission to Alaska SeaLife Center, Alaska Native Heritage Center, Big Game Alaska, Raptor Center in Sitka…much more.

e. 2-for-1 Fly-out lodges in Bettles and Nikolski.

f. 2-for-1 Railroad trips between Anchorage and Denali National Park!

g. 2-for-1 hotels in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Seward, Kenai, Valdez, Juneau, Skagway, Wrangell, McCarthy…more!

Get the picture? You can make your investment back with ONE coupon! Save a bundle this summer with the Great Alaskan TourSaver. Order online ( www.toursaver.com ) , or stop in at Carrs or Safeway stores throughout Alaska. Just go to the Customer Service Desk.

Check out this shot of Kenai Fjords Tours’ new catamaran!

Wow.

What a great cruise from Seward! We drove down this morning from Anchorage. I was a little nervous about the time to drive to Seward. We budgeted three hours, but got there in 2:25. Honestly, the road is swift and smooth. Keep in mind–Smokey is everywhere. There’s construction and plenty of crazies on the road. So–mind the speed limit. You’ll make it.

Our National Park cruise with Renown Tours departed at 11:30 am. They want you there around 11 am to insure an on-time departure. You can park in the EXPENSIVE city lot across from the harbor ($10/day). Or, if you get there early enough, there is a free lot adjacent to the city lot. We chose FREE. My favorite word. Here’s a shot of the boat, the Glacier Express.

Our captain, Eric Olsen, was born in Seward. He’s been taking wildlife tours for many years into Kenai Fjords National Park. He knows the waters–and he knows the animals. He was quick to point out some mountain goats on the shore before we got out to Bear Glacier. Also, there were plenty of harbor seals around. They sort of kept us company the whole day. More photos below. Continue Reading »