Whittier Cruises
Cruise liners touring Alaska use Whittier as a northern turnaround point in their journeys, while cruises departing from Whittier are typically one-way destinations from Whittier's cruise port to Vancouver. These cruises allow vacationers a chance to enjoy up-close viewings of the sea and land wildlife and the majestic size of the glaciers.
Summer Cruise Dates
Whittier cruises sail from May through September. Whittier is just southbound from Anchorage, Alaska; therefore, cruise ships can only sail in the summertime, when the ice covering the sea has thawed.
Contemporary Cruises
The main type of cruise available to Whittier is the contemporary cruise line, such as the Princess cruise line. These offer a taste of luxury with fine dining, entertainment and quality accommodations on a budget.
Cruise Port Uses
Whittier's cruise port not only serves cruise liners, but also commercial barges and fishing vessels, and previously was an active army facility. Vacationers can enjoy restaurants, kayaking, land trips and hiking trails.
Whittier's Tunnel to Anchorage
A major man-made tourist attraction in Whittier is a 2 1/2 mile tunnel through the mountains that provides a shortcut between Whittier and Anchorage. The tunnel serves both trains and cars.
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Naima Manal's articles on health, diet, nutrition, alternative medicine, education, parenting, crafts, travel, home and garden and home improvement have appeared on various websites. Manal received her Bachelor of Science in biology/pre-medical studies from Molloy College in 1994 and has been a freelance writer, teacher and homeschooling mom since 1993.
