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Spend less, see more. This is the philosophy behind Pauline Frommer’s guides. Written by travel expert Pauline Frommer (who is also the daughter of Arthur Frommer), and her team of hand-picked writers, these guides show how to truly experience a culture, meet locals, and save money along the way.• Industry secrets on how to find the best hotel rooms• Details on alternative accommodations, great neighborhood restaurants, and cool, offbeat finds• Packed with personality and opinionsTotal visitors to Alaska in 2006 hit 1.56 millionThe range of accommodations includes B&Bs, rustic cabins by the sea or in the mountains, and lighthousesIn-depth info on traveling by car, cruise ship, or the state ferry systemWhere to see glaciers, bears, or native cultural celebrationsWhere to pan for gold, kayak, river raft, and more
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Pauline Frommer’s
ALASKA ND LESS E P S ™ E SEE MOR
1st Edition
by David Thompson Series Editor: Pauline Frommer
Pauline Frommer’s
ALASKA ND LESS E P S ™ E SEE MOR
1st Edition
by David Thompson Series Editor: Pauline Frommer
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Contents
List of Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii A Note from Pauline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1 Alaska, from Folly to Fantastic
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The Regions of Alaska . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Top Experiences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Suggested Itineraries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Cruising Alaska’s Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Weighing Your Cruise Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 The Best Cruise Experiences in Alaska . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Booking Your Cruise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .