Considering cruising in Alaska and wondering what you get with a big ship vs. a small ship or vice versa? Join us as we explore the differences between the two for Alaskan cruises, focusing on the Inside Passage. We discuss ship sizes, itineraries, cultural immersion, pricing, and personal preferences, providing insights to help you choose the right cruise for your dream vacation in The Last Frontier.Here are some helpful links from our conversation: These are the most amazing binoculars that we ALWAYS bring to Alaska.Celebrity Edge was the big ship we explored the Inside Passage on. See photos from our experience with additional info about the Dawes Glacier itinerary, and about the different suite classes with Celebrity. We visited Sitka to start our Alaskan Dream Cruises Inside Passage Sojourn (see how close the ship was to the waterfall we discuss!). Also, check out Mikkel modeling the waterproof paints and jacket we mention!For additional reading, learn more about luxury cruise options in Alaska and compare large and small ships. (Tune into a future episode when we deep dive into this topic!)You’ll find the binoculars and other must-pack items in our easy-to-access Alaska Packing List on Amazon, including the right clothing, rain gear, and camera lenses.Don't forget to check out our other episodes from our All About Alaska series, including vital info about visiting Sitka, Ketchikan, and an Alaskan Dream Cruises trip.Send us a textSupport the show👉🏻 Subscribe so you never miss an episode, released every Wednesday. ✈️ Use our preferred travel advisors to book your cruise. 💙 Join our Small Ship Cruise Talk community on Facebook. 💻 Follow us on Instagram, Threads, & Pinterest. 📩 Sign up for our newsletter. 🌏 SometimesSailing.com has even more planning tips, firsthand experiences, & advice. 📱 Have questions or topic suggestions? Contact us. ©2025 Small Ship Cruise Talk. All rights reserved. May contain affiliate links. Some trips and experiences have been hosted. As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. All opinions are our own.

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