Alaska Snapshot

What to Expect:   Soaring peaks, glaciers, and unspoiled wilderness.

When to Go:   You'll find mild weather all cruise season (May through August).

What to Do:   See bears and bald eagles from the Mount Roberts Railway, outside of Skagway.

Local Color:   Sample an Alaskan Brewing Company ale at the Timberline Bar & Grill on Juneau's Mt. Roberts.

Don't Miss:   Mendenhall Glacier for spectacular hikes on the gigantic earth-carving ice ridge.

Don't Forget:   Bring hats and sunscreen to combat the long hours of daylight.