Travel to Ketchikan, Alaska with Destination Oceans

An Alaska Cruise with Destination Oceans gives you the chance to visit charming villages such as Ketchikan. Sail into this quaint port and be greeted by colorful houses and welcoming inhabitants. Named after the creek that flows through it, Ketchikan is just three miles long and three blocks wide and was originally settled as a fishing camp and is still considered by many as the "Salmon capital of the world". The geographic location of the city made it one of the first major communities in Alaska because of its northbound travelers.

Spend the day in Ketchikan and experience fresh local fare and an amazing array of boutiques. Just steps from the dock you will find the historic downtown district featuring local cuisine, art and artesian jewelry. The amount of jewelry stores per capita leads many locals referring to Ketchikan as the "St. Croix of the West." The small village prides itself in having the largest collection of totem poles anywhere. Here you can find souvenirs and one of kind gifts while cruising on your Alaska holiday. The many shore excursions and natural beauty will leave you in awe as you experience all that an Alaska vacation has to offer. The Misty Fjords National Monument is a must see on your Alaskan cruise, offering breathtaking mountain views and pristine wilderness. Sport fishing, kayaking and leisurely self guided walking tours offer a host of activities to experience.

Cruise to Alaska with Destination Oceans and be treated to some of the most beautiful ports of call in the world. Whether it is sightseeing, shopping or local cuisine, Ketchikan Alaska is a great stop on your Alaskan cruise holiday. With so many choices in shore excursions, shopping adventures and natural sightseeing throughout, your Alaska Cruise will decidedly become Your Vacation Your Way with Destination Oceans.