All About Alaska: Cruise-Altering Insights with Expert Valerie Stimac

Speaking with 🌲 Alaska expert Valerie Stimac completely opened our eyes to insights we had never considered or heard of, even though we had cruised to Alaska ourselves on multiple occasions. Having grown up in Alaska and worked in the cruise industry there, and now a frequent visitor, you'll find Valerie's advice and expertise at AlaskanCruisers.com and ValerieValise.com — and today, on our podcast!Don't miss this episode to understand:What months are absolutely terrible to cruise to Alaska (the reason why is  logical yet jaw-dropping)The wonder that is "flightseeing"The ONE thing is you must do in Alaska (were you even there if you don't?) Valerie's recommendation is for the best cruise itinerary and the reason why We especially love Valerie's Guides to Alaska, and her extensive “Alaska” resource category, which you'll find on the menu at the top of her website. Follow Valerie on all socials: @valerievaliseFor further listening to help you plan your Alaska cruise, listen to our "All About Alaska" episodes:All About Alaska: Discovering the Inside Passage with Alaskan Dream CruisesAll About Alaska: Ketchikan's Must-Do Experiences: Excursions, Food, Drinks & Top Hotel ChoiceAll About Alaska: Sitka's Hidden TreasuresAll About Alaska: Inside Passage Cruises Two Ways – Small Cruise vs. Big Ship ExperienceAsk a question or send fan mail.Support the show👉🏻 Press that FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode, released every other Wednesday. Need help planning your trip? Check out our RESOURCES, whether you're looking to understand which cruise to book, which travel insurance is best, or how to organize your luggage with our packing lists: https://sometimessailing.com/resources/▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @sometimes-sailing📩 Sign up for our newsletter.🌏 SometimesSailing.com has even more planning tips, firsthand experiences, & advice.  📱 Have questions or topic suggestions? Contact us.©2026 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.