Alaskan Trip 2012: Skagway - Local Points of Interest

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Skagway - Local Points of Interest

LOCAL POINTS OF INTEREST

White Pass Railroad

1 The White Pass & Yukon Railroad was built in 1898 during the Klondike gold rush. The railway is now open to visitors and travels along a stunningly scenic route up into the mountains. View website.

2 The Skagway Museum is home to a wonderful collection of photographs and artifacts which date back to the late 1800s. At this time the town was a bustling port of entry and gateway to the famous goldfields of Alaska. The museum also displays an interesting assortment of historic arts and crafts which exemplify the rich cultural heritage of Native Alaskans. View website.

3 Jewell Gardens is filled of organic flowers and vegetables. The beautiful garden also has its own glassblowing studio. View website.

Source: Royal Caribbean Cruise website and respective websites

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What Else to Bring?

This list includes items you may not think about but might be helpful on a cruise. The list will grow as items are thought of.

1. Three-way plug - to charge phones, cameras, laptops, etc.
2. Night light - for bathroom so overhead lights don't need to be turned on in the middle of the night.
3. Seasick medication
4. Sunscreen - it is cool in Alaska, but there are many hours of sunlight.
5. Binoculars - to view the wildlife from the ship
6. Alarm clock, battery operated - it is nice to have a clock you are familiar with and if there are any power issues, you have a clock with the correct time.
7. Small Flashlight - when it gets dark in the room, it gets very dark.
8. Insect Repellant - those Alaskan mosquitoes are big and very hungry.
9. Small Journal - it is nice to write down places you have seen and interesting things encountered as well as to record places where photos have been taken.
10. Games - we are going to be At Sea for nearly 3 days, might be fun to play cards, Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, etc.
11. Reading Material - a good book, a few magazines which can be tossed and/or crossword/puzzle books - nice to have for relaxing during Cruising Days.

For a list of additional items click here.