Alaska: The Skip Gen Vacation
Destination of the Year
A journey to Alaska is truly one-of-a-kind; from the abundance of wildlife to the picturesque scenery, it’s an unforgettable trip for people of all ages. What’s more, when you choose to visit the Last Frontier via a cruise ship, you can expect luxurious all-inclusive amenities to complement the beautiful scenery. All you need to decide is where you want to start your next adventure: in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, or Sitka, Alaska. Either way, when sailing with American Queen Voyages™, you can expect an itinerary full of adventure, culture, history, and leisure.
What is Skip-Gen?
Skip-generation, or skip gen, is the grandparents and their grandkids. The grandparents and grandkids have a lot in common, such as the time, ability, and desire to travel. Instead of waiting to plan around the hustling and bustling schedule of parents, these groups are making their own travel plans. And Alaska just so happens to be one of the most sought-after skip gen vacations and skip gen cruises.
The Expedition of a Lifetime
A voyage to Alaska provides something for everyone in terms of activity. Travelers can embark on Zodiac and kayak expeditions through the Alaskan wilderness, where wildlife can be found at every corner. Or those looking to enjoy some R&R can sit back and relax on Ocean Victory™, our state-of-the-art ship. Our Expedition Lecture Room and Voyager Library are the heart of learning onboard and allow guests to listen in on expert talks and lectures. There’s even an opportunity to participate in scientific research with our guest marine scientists from Sound Science Research Collective. Recreation, relaxation, and education combine to create an expedition everyone can enjoy.
Immerse Yourself in Native Cultures
Walk the steps of indigenous people as you immerse yourself in the local culture. Alaska is home to many cultures that trace back hundreds of thousands of years ago. Today, the state is divided into 11 unique cultures with their own customs and traditions. At Ketchikan & Metlakatla, Alaska, guests are greeted by large totem poles, welcoming them to the only settlement of the indigenous Tsimshian people in the United States. At another port of call, Wrangell, Alaska, you get to experience the remarkable Tlingit culture. Enter the Chief Shakes Tribal House, where each wooden plank is carved with ancient methods unique to the Tlingit people.
See the Impact of History
Venture to the Misty Fjords, where historical impact is prevalent in New Eddystone Rock-a basalt pillar rising from the sea. This pillar is a remnant of long-ago volcanic activity. Today, adventurers will see towering waterfalls and the glacier-sculpted granite fjords of Rudyerd Bay. Did you know that in 1980 congress designated the more than 2,000,000 acres of land as the Misty Fjords National Monument? The land is now a national monument and wilderness area administered by the U.S. Forest Service.
Enjoy Inclusions
Cruising to Alaska not only ensures activities for everyone in the family to enjoy, but it also comes with inclusions that make a family vacation that much easier to book. Each American Queen Voyages Alaska voyage includes a one-night pre-cruise hotel stay, ground transfers between the hotel & vessel, unlimited guided tours, open bars & lounges with unlimited beers, wines, and spirits, regionally inspired cuisine, unlimited Wi-Fi, and live, daily onboard entertainment & enrichment. Sail to uncharted Alaska and enjoy pure luxury.
Book Your Alaska Vacation Today!
Grab your loved ones and plan for your Alaskan vacation today! Alaska is a special place, and who better to share it with than your grandparents or grandchildren? Set sail on an 11 or 12-day adventure on the innovative Ocean Victory from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, or Sitka, Alaska. Your next family vacation awaits!
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