12 Alaska Cruise Mistakes We Still See People Making Toronto [ph99RreJ3Oq]

Alaska cruise mistakes can cost you time, money, and even cause you to miss the best parts of your trip. If you're planning an Alaska cruise in 2026 and beyond, these are the biggest mistakes to avoidand exactly what to do instead.

Weve cruised to Alaska multiple times, and these are the most common Alaska cruise planning mistakes we still see people makingplus what we do differently.

IN THIS VIDEO

Alaska cruise tips for first-time cruisers

One-way vs roundtrip Alaska cruise

Best time for Alaska cruise (whales, bears, glaciers)

Glacier Day tips

Excursion planning mistakes

What to pack for an Alaska cruise

PORTS and EXPERIENCES MENTIONED

Juneau Ketchikan Skagway Glacier Bay

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What to Pack for Alaska:

Chapters:

0:00 Dont Book an Alaska Cruise Until You Know This

0:22 This One Mindset Ruins Alaska for Most People

1:40 The Itinerary Mistake Almost Everyone Makes

4:15 The $1,000 Upgrade That Isnt Worth It

5:03 The Truth About the Best Time to Go

7:27 The Alaska Experience Most People Skip

9:10 The One Flight Mistake That Can Ruin Your Trip

10:19 The Glacier Day Mistake Everyone Makes

13:40 Why Youre Not Seeing Any Wildlife

15:18 Stop Booking Excursions Like This

16:24 Most People Pack Completely Wrong for delta air lines Alaska

Items to pack for your Alaskan Cruise:

Leupold BX-1 McKenzie HD Binoculars, 10x50mm (181174)

Winter Scarf/Wrap:

Waterproof Phone Pouch

Lightweight Foldable Waterproof Backpack.

Beanie.

Gloves

Rain Jacket

Foldable Hat

Fleece.

Women's Warm Jacket

Men's Warm Jacket

Windproof Travel Compact Umbrella

Lightweight Waterproof Poncho

Waterproof Rain Pants Women

Waterproof Rain Pants Men

Merino Wool Waterproof Brim Beanie Hat (The Large is plenty big)

Isotoner Womens Recycled Microsuede Water Repellent Cold Weather

Gloves with Sherpasoft Lining

Isotoner Men's Recycled Microsuede and Berber Glove

Hand Warmers

New elina svitolina Balance Women's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer

Alpaca Wool Heavyweight Crew Socks for Winter Hiking Boot Casual Socks Cold Weather Thermal Warm Thick Breathable Alpaca Wool Heavyweight Crew Socks for Winter Hiking Boot Casual Socks Cold Weather Thermal Warm Thick Breathable

Cruise Essentials

1. Magnet hooks and Strong Magnets

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2. Hanging toiletry bags

3. Travel sized containers for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, etc.

4. Elastic Sleeves for leak proofing

5. Foldable mesh hampers

6. Non surge protected cava dei tirreni power bars

7. Mini fan

8. Motion detector night light

9. Poo-Pouri Toilet Spray

10. Bonine Non-Drowsy Motion Sickness Medicine

11. Luggage Tags

12. Downey Wrinkle Release

13. Packing Cubes (LOVE!)

14. USB C Charger Block (LOVE)

Space Saver Bags

Universal Travel Adapter (This is the one Emma Cruises recommends

Belkin BoostCharge Pro Flex Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (3M/10FT) (Make sure that you have plugs for USB-C if you are purchasing this cable)

iWALK Small Portable Charger 4500mAh Ultra-Compact Power Bank

Gear Tie Reusable 3-Inch Rubber Twist Tie

Luggage Scale

Travel Toothbrush Head Covers with Suction Cup

Travel Toothbrush Head Cover for Oral B Electric or Regular Toothbrush

Steripod Razor-Clip-On Razor Protector

Great Sunscreen for Face

Heat Protectant for Hair

Leave In Conditioner

Shark Blow Dryer

Camera Gear

Insta 360 Camera

Insta 360 9 Foot Selfie Stick

DJI Osmo Pocket 3 with Mic Included