Huron-Perth Boomers Winter 2023-24
You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles
YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.
TRAVEL<br />
by Jill Ellis-Worthington<br />
What to pack<br />
Packing for an Alaskan cruise can be puzzling,<br />
so here are some pointers:<br />
Top: A rainy day doesn’t keep thousands from trekking to see<br />
Mendenhall Glacier. Bottom left: Cruisers enjoying bowls<br />
of pea soup on the bow of the Volendam during a stop at<br />
Glacier Bay. Below: Trish Harrow with sled dogs during<br />
her favourite Alaskan cruise excursion.<br />
For the May to September Alaskan cruising<br />
season, pack a jacket or coat, with a heavier<br />
version being advisable at the beginning and<br />
end of the season.<br />
It rains in Alaska – a lot – so bring a raincoat<br />
(rainsuit if you’re doing active excursions).<br />
Comfortable shoes for walking and trekking.<br />
Sweaters and long-sleeved T-shirts. Daywear<br />
is more casual than on Caribbean cruises, as<br />
most cruisers opt for comfort and warmth.<br />
Layer your pieces. It warms up through the<br />
day, so this allows you to remove layers as the<br />
temps rise. Dressy but not formal wear for<br />
dinner. Dressing for dinner has become more<br />
casual, even on dress-up nights, so dresses or<br />
pants with nice blouses for women and blazers<br />
with slacks for men are enough.
Change language