1 The Macaulay Salmon Hatchery is one of Juneau’s most popular attractions and home to one of Alaska’s largest aquariums, a salmon egg incubator and over 100 species of marine life. Visitors are taught about the salmon lifecycle, the commercial fishing industry and the state’s marine environment. View website.
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3 Douglas is a beautiful residential area connected to Juneau by a 1,564 foot steel bridge extending across the Gastineau Channel.
4 The Treadwell Mine once flourished here, producing $66 million in gold-bearing ore during a 36 year period until it was destroyed by cave-ins and fire in 1917. Information at Wikipedia.
5 Glacier Bay National Park and Gustavus are 30 miles west of Juneau. The community of Gustavus serves as the entry point for Glacier Bay National Park and Reserve. Gustavus is accessible by a scenic three hour ferry ride. Visitors can cruise into the park, fish for salmon or halibut, watch whales, play golf, mountain bike or kayak. View website.
Source: Royal Caribbean Cruise website and respective websites.
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