2023 Series: Juneau

Planning to visit Juneau in 2023? Whether you're taking a cruise or traveling there on your own by ferry, plane, or cruise ship, this one's for you.

Listen to this audio-only seminar and Q&A with Ben from Travel Juneau for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Juneau and the surrounding region this year.

In this episode, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Juneau, including different seasons and what to do in each one ★ How to get to Juneau – you've got choices! ★ Wildlife encounters you can have in the Juneau area (and what you won't see in this part of the state)

As well as new experiences to have in Juneau in 2023, including: ★ Exciting developments in Alaska Native cultural tourism in Juneau ★ Milestone celebrations for some operators (Taku Lodge is 100!) and new tours for others ★ Tips on visiting in the shoulder season (especially as more Alaska cruises are happening in April and September/October!)

In the Q&A section, we answer the following:

• What are some of the top Alaska Native cultural experiences in Juneau? Or state/capitol history?
• What is there to see or do at the top of the tram in Juneau?
• How easy is it to take the shuttle to Mendenhall Glacier?
• Are there any fireworks in Juneau for the 4th of July?
• What is there to do before/after the cruise season ends or in the winter?
• What is there to Juneau if you're NOT on a planned cruise excursion?

Have other questions about visiting Juneau? Here's what to do:

1. Head on over to my Alaska Travel Guide – I've got Juneau articles to help you plan!
2. Visit the Travel Juneau website for official travel resources

This episode was originally released as part of my 2023 Alaska Seminar Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.