Alaska guide

Big Ship versus Expedition Cruise in Alaska

A big ship carries 2,000 to 4,000 guests and calls at towns; an expedition ship carries 12 to 150 and spends its days in uninhabited wilderness. The full comparison is published in a later phase of this site.

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Written by your expedition advisors

Chris Commisso standing beside a glacial lagoon in Iceland, with icebergs and a snow-covered mountain behind him.

Chris Commisso · Expedition Expert

Erika Commisso smiling in expedition clothing with a camera beside a glacial lake with floating ice and a snow-covered mountain in Greenland.

Erika Commisso · Travel Experience Architect

CLIA Elite Cruise Counselor · ASTA Verified Travel Advisor

Chris and Erika have personally sailed 18 expedition ships and explored eight expedition regions.

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