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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Marc Shoffman

Cinematic landscapes, epic wildlife spotting and plenty of ice – our unforgettable family cruise through Alaska

Cruises in Alaska are the ultimate family-friendly holiday, discovers cruise writer, Marc Shoffman - (Princess Cruises)

Icebergs and cruises may seem like uneasy companions, but at 5am on board Discovery Princess, nobody seems particularly concerned as sheets of ice float silently alongside our ship as if they are joining us for breakfast.

Far from panicking, passengers are wide awake and leaning over balconies, smartphones in hand, snapping away like paparazzi on a polar red carpet.

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