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SEATTLE - It's never too early to start thinking about next year's vacation and viewing the gorgeous scenery in Alaska can certainly make for a fantastic summer trip.
As one who is not a big fan of hot weather, and has a family is in the same boat, we've found Alaska a gorgeous place to get away in the summer without all the sweat -- and you don't even have to step on a plane!
Over the past several years, we've taken a couple of cruises to Alaska and it's quickly becoming a favorite getaway. There is a large variety of itineraries and ships that leave from Seattle and Vancouver, and it's a vacation that can become much more affordable when you don't have to worry about airfare.
And trust me, when you're packing for a week or longer, it is incredibly convenient not to have to slug all that luggage through the airports and worry about cramped flights that may or may not get you there on time. Plus, we've found cruising to be a great way to get away -- the food and entertainment is all taken care of, and no cries of "are we there, yet?"
I've got a few tips for those kicking around visiting the great white north that likely don't show up on the main tourism sites. Note that these are just personal experiences, and that's certainly not to say something I didn't mention here is not worthwhile....
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