Alaskan Cruises at a Discount Cost

Wouldn’t you like to see Alaska close up and personal? You’ve probably always thought you’d never make it there, because it’s a long, pricey trip even if you take the land route. One of the best methods to get a look at the beautiful country in America’s forty-ninth state is to take an Alaskan cruise ship. Though these may also be dear, there are tips which can save you a lot of money and help you take the cruise you want for a discount cost.

Plan on taking your cruise at either the very beginning or the very end of the Alaskan cruise season. This runs from April to sometime in October. Most cruisers who head north prefer to go in the summertime when the temperatures are more moderate. By traveling early or late in the season, you will get the most reasonable rates, because the cruise lines will be trying to fill the space on their ships. You may save a large amount of money if you’re willing to take a cabin on the inside of the ship instead of one that looks out towards the ocean. For example, a 14 day Alaskan cruise that departs in April, 2010 costs $900 for an insider room, $1050 for an outside room, $1500 for a room with a balcony, and $2700 for a suite.

You will often find the least expensive costs on Norwegian Cruise Lines trips. A seven day cruise beginning in Seattle with an inside room in May, 2010 costs $650. If you want to leave from Vancouver, you can take the same cruise for $450. The prices are per person based primarily on a two person occupancy. Rooms are very tiny, so if you’re prone to cabin fever, this may not be a good way for you to travel. For these costs, though, don’t expect to get plenty of extras. Side trips you take from the ports of call, for example, will cost you extra. Onboard service charges will be added to your last bill.

If you’d actually like to see Alaska, and you aren’t concerned about space, service, and luxury, then a discount Alaskan cruise just might be for you.