Gustavus Bed and Breakfasts Reviews and Rates

Glacier Bay National Park

I had a reservation for the Glacier Bay boat tour. The tour normally is on the Fairweather Express II but one of the four engines on that boat isn't working resulting it in being slower than usual. They didn't have many people signed up for the trip today so they used the smaller, and currently faster, Yukon Queen. The Fairweather Express II is …

Water and Ice

We spent the night anchored at the foot of Reid Glacier.

We got to Margerie Glacier early so as to kayak without any cruise boats' wake. The day was sunny and warm again, so I was in a tee shirt and spent a little time sunning myself in the back of the kayak while Deb paddled (don't tell her, though). T Margerie glacier and the …

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

GLACIER BAY

The trip through Glacier Bay made the whole trip worthwhile. The ship met 5 rangers boarding very early in the morning. They gave a running commentary throughout the day. There are also rangers located in different locations on the ship to answer any questions. The ship pretty much stops near the glaciers, about 300 yards off …

Day 5 - Glacier Bay

Ah, Glacier Bay. This is the real reason people take this cruise - to see the glaciers and the crazy blue water and maybe see an eagle or bear or two. The sun was out, the air was crisp, the ice and sea were sparkling. It was just a postcard day. After being up on the rail with the rest of the ship, we headed down to our room. This is why you get a …