What's your experience?

Only once - Alaskan cruise with group led by Gary Blair. I'm not a cruise guy (give me Cabo any day) but this was 1st class all the way. Very well organized and fun group (although it was hand-picked).

We have been watching for trips that would work on dates that we could make.

There are other threads on this board about the Traveling Aggies. From all accounts it's a great way to meet other Aggies, the trips are on the pricey side but are well-planned by alumni travel professionals. If enough people sign up, a member of the Traveling Aggies or Association staff can come along to help things along. Julie Scamardo runs the program now after years of running the Aggie Ring program. She's one of the best (of many great people) at The Association.

We have done several Traveling Aggies trips. All have been great. I don't know if it saves you money but they do get a lot of extras thrown in. I would definitely recommend. All of the trips we did were hosted by Jennifer Bohac.

Holy Year long thread bump, Batman

We are thinking about the Traveling Aggies Alaska cruise this summer. Would love to hear any input, especially about the agency that is putting this tour together, "GoNext".

Even if you don't have info on this agency or cruise line, I would appreciate general comments on the itinerary, as well.

Here is the link to this trip

https://www.gonext.com/departures/majestic-vistas-wildlife-of-alaska_7-28-2026-8-6-2026/

Majestic Vistas & Wildlife of Alaska

Explore the "Last Frontier" on this riveting 9-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises' Riviera. Revel in the scenery of steep forested mountain slopes and pristine waters while cruising the Inside Passage and Hubbard Glacier.
Begin your journey in Seattle and set sail for the Inside Passage. Catch a crab feast or enjoy fresh salmon in the salmon capital of the world, Ketchikan, where they pull each day's dinner fresh from the water. Witness nature's masterpiece, the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, and let the sight of towering ice formations and sparkling blue hues leave you speechless. Feel the excitement of the gold rush in Skagway, a scenic valley town rooted in history and nestled amidst rugged, snow-capped mountains. Catch your breath in Icy Strait Point as majestic whales breach and spout in the distance. Before your journey comes to an end in Seattle, make a memorable stop in Victoria, British Columbia, to seek out craft breweries, vibrant gardens, and bountiful local seafood specialties.



Itinerary
July 28:
Seattle, Washington

July 29:
Sailing the Inside Passage

July 30:
Ketchikan, Alaska
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July 31:
Juneau, Alaska
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August 1:
Skagway, Alaska

August 2:
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska

August 3:
Wrangell, Alaska

August 4:
Sailing the Inside Passage

August 5:
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

August 6:
Seattle, Washington
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General comment: when I've booked Alaska Cruise Only itineraries for folks in the past they end up wishing they'd done the cruise + inland (cruise tour) experience in Denali & Yukon.

Not sure if that's your cup of tea or if you have flexibility with duration (usually closer to two weeks) but I would recommend that. Several cruise lines offer it, Holland American is my favorite.

Happy to answer questions or help if needed - cruise bookings are free.

Best of luck!

Thanks for reply. I'm showing my ignorance, but the map looks like it is the inside passage? What is different in what you suggest?

And just glancing at the itinerary, looks like lots of cruising, not much in the way of shore stuff

Something like this where you spend some time in Denali NP or Yukon, like before or after the cruising itinerary

Ahhhh, thanks.

You bet!