Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call 2001

By Fran Wenograd Golden and Jerry Brown

It's simple. The premier travel series from the leading guidebook publisher offers what no other travel books do: complete, easy-to-use, up-to-date travel information. Covering the globe, Frommer's Complete Guides stand out from the crowd and help travelers discover the world in a whole new way. Millions of readers have come to rely on Frommer's Complete Guides for: -- Detailed, candid reviews of a wide selection of hotels and restaurants -- from budget to luxury -- Opinionated, up-to-date coverage of sightseeing, outdoor activities, shopping, and nightlife -- both on and off the beaten path -- Unique Best of the Destination chapters offering top travel choices -- Dozens of accurate maps keyed to the text, plus information on how to get there and get around -- Giant full-color fold-out maps, plus a full-color map on the inside front cover of every guide; full indexes for easy navigation -- Expert trip-planning advice, including a detailed Online Travel Directory in every annual guide Whether travelers want an affordable package on a major cruise line, a deluxe vacation aboard a luxury liner, or an adventure cruise on a small ship, this up-to-the-minute guide is packed with smart advice on Alaskan cruises, which boast 10% of the worldwide cruise market. -- Some 2.14 million people visited Alaska in 1999, up 7.4% from 1998 -- Major cruise lines are building new lodges (Princess) or outfitting custom rail cars (Royal Caribbean) for wilderness excursions -- Luxury operator Radisson Seven Seas returned to the Alaska market in 2000

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764562630
• ISBN13: 9780764562631
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Frommer's
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 4.3" x 7.3"

Customer Reviews

Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call

We read Frommer's Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call in preparation for an educational cruise we had booked. The book described our particular ship, including its strong points and weak points. It helped us pack the appropriate attire, since it was not a formal cruise. Best of all, the authors reviewed the various ports of call and what to expect in each. They described the on-shore excursions, including prices. It was clear that some tours were not worth the time or money. We felt well prepared to start this great trip.

Not what I expected

If you've already booked a cruise and done some research, this may not be the book for you. I was expecting a bit more in the way of what to see at the ports, but what was included was very good. This book would be great for someone who is seriously considering a cruise, but hasn't decided yet.

Frommers Alaska's Ports of Call 2001

This book was very informative. It tells of many interesting things to do that you would never think about doing as well as approximate costs of shore excursions. I am glad I own it.