Alaskan Cruises at a Discount Rate

Wouldn’t you love to see Alaska close up and personal? You have likely always thought you’d never make it there, because it’s a long, dear trip even if you take the land route. One of the finest methods to get a look at the pretty country in America’s forty-ninth state is to take an Alaskan cruise ship. Though these may also be costly, there are tips which can save you plenty of money and help you take the cruise you want for a discount cost.

Plan on taking your cruise at either the very beginning or the very end of the Alaskan cruise season. This runs from late April to sometime in October. Most cruisers who head north like to go in the summer when the temperatures are more moderate. By traveling early or late in the season, you will get the best rates, because the cruise lines will be trying to fill the space on their ships. You may also save lots of money if you’re willing to take a cabin on the inside of the ship instead of one that looks out towards the ocean. As an example, a 14 day Alaskan cruise that departs in late April, 2010 costs $900 for an inside room, $1050 for an outside room, $1500 for a room with a balcony, and $2700 for a suite.

You will often find the least expensive prices on Norwegian Cruise Lines trips. A seven day cruise starting in Seattle with an inside room in May, 2010 costs $650. If you wish to leave from Vancouver, you can take the same cruise for $450. The prices are per person based on a2 person occupancy. Rooms are highly tiny, so if you’re prone to cabin fever, this won’t be a good way for you to travel. For these costs, though, don’t expect to get plenty of extras. Side trips you take from the ports of call, for example, will cost you extra. Onboard service charges will be added to your last bill.

If you’d actually like to see Alaska, and you aren’t concerned about space, service, and luxury, then a discount Alaskan cruise just might be for you.