CasaSmith Posted May 1, 2007 #1 Share Posted May 1, 2007 We will be in Hubbard Glacier on May 15 and it says we will be cruising from 9 am to 1 pm. What time should we set our alarm to get up and be upstairs so we can see sailing in? Also viewing for whales??? Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenega Posted May 1, 2007 #2 Share Posted May 1, 2007 You'll probably start entering Yakutat Bay around 7am. Any time is a good time for watching as you go into the bay and head to Hubbard. For more information on Hubbard, there's a great website available at http://ak.water.usgs.gov/glaciology/hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsgirl Posted May 1, 2007 #3 Share Posted May 1, 2007 You'll probably start entering Yakutat Bay around 7am. Any time is a good time for watching as you go into the bay and head to Hubbard. For more information on Hubbard, there's a great website available at http://ak.water.usgs.gov/glaciology/hubbard Dang. I guess glacier viewing day is gonna be an early one. Should we be out on deck for 630? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Posted May 1, 2007 #4 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Dang. I guess glacier viewing day is gonna be an early one. Should we be out on deck for 630? By 6:30 you've already missed views like http://www.youralaskacruise.com/reviews/alaskacruises2006/4012.html :D Murray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsgirl Posted May 1, 2007 #5 Share Posted May 1, 2007 By 6:30 you've already missed views like http://www.youralaskacruise.com/reviews/alaskacruises2006/4012.html :D Murray Dangit Murray. FINE! I will get up at 4. :( LOL...no time to sleep in Alaska I guess ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyIL Posted May 1, 2007 #6 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Dangit Murray. FINE! I will get up at 4. :( LOL...no time to sleep in Alaska I guess ;) So much for the myth of people relaxing on an Alaskan cruise! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mii Posted May 1, 2007 #7 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Get up as early as possible because it is so worth it. I have been to Hubbard twice and my third is coming up this month. No matter what time of day you get there it is so worth the effort of getting up.:) Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted May 1, 2007 #8 Share Posted May 1, 2007 I am up 30 min. prior to dawn, this is extremely scenic sailing. :) I go to no shows on the ship, it's all outside in Alaska. :) I am never tired, nor resent the early starts. If it's going to be for you, then perhaps skip it? But the rewards are plenty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsgirl Posted May 1, 2007 #9 Share Posted May 1, 2007 What are the rough numbers of ppl who are up this early (just pre-dawn)? Are they outside? Standing on the inside? Man...can't wait to see it myself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Posted May 1, 2007 #10 Share Posted May 1, 2007 What are the rough numbers of ppl who are up this early (just pre-dawn)? Are they outside? Standing on the inside? Only a handful - I have the ship to myself for morning shoots. Often I see nobody but cleaning crew for the first hour I'm shooting. Different strokes and all that... Murray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyIL Posted May 1, 2007 #11 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Our Princess ship will be going to Glacier Bay rather than Hubbard Glacier, and we arrive at 6 a.m. (yawn). For sure we will have 4 early mornings during the cruise, plus one more if we want to see some of Vancouver Island on day 2. But I am SO looking forward to seeing the beautiful scenery that I won't mind skipping the nighttime entertainment in order to get up early every morning. As much as I dislike waking up early, once I'm awake - I truly enjoy the early morning hours of the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted May 1, 2007 #12 Share Posted May 1, 2007 There are very few people up early and frequently I am the only one. I am always on an outside deck as I hate "window" viewing. :) Don't forget the time difference, it isn't that early using Alaska time. With PST getting an extra hour. And I pretty much stick with my EST mode, never changing my watch. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoozoo Posted May 1, 2007 #13 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Christine, what ship are you on? We're on Mercury also sailing through Hubbard Glacier from 10:00 to 1:00 p.m. on the 15th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jolly cruiser Posted May 1, 2007 #14 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Does anyone know how many large cruise ships can be at Hubbard Glacier at the same time? I think they limit the number in Glacier Bay to two, but was wondering about Hubbard Glacier. Thanks in advance for any information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenega Posted May 1, 2007 #15 Share Posted May 1, 2007 The three times I've been in, I've only seen one actually at the face of the glacier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qiangf2 Posted May 2, 2007 #16 Share Posted May 2, 2007 I normally get up at 6. There are only a few people out on the deck like me. The viewing through inside passage was very scenic. Just have to get the camera and binoculars ready, something will always pop up when you least expect it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted May 2, 2007 #17 Share Posted May 2, 2007 Like BQ we skip the shows on Alaskan cruises so that we can be up bright and early for all the beautiful scenery. We were surprised last year that a lot of people were up early when we went into Hubbard Glacier. We have been there at least times that I can remember and have never seen another cruise ship there with us. JMO - I think Hubbard is better as the ice is bluer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pierces Posted May 3, 2007 #18 Share Posted May 3, 2007 I'm an early riser and that really pays off on glacier day! The trip into the inlet is amazing even if it's foggy. On most days I have coffee and watch the sunrise then take coffee back to to the room and sit on the balcony with WW. On any day but glacier day, I'm generally alone except for the walk-a-holics up on the track. Do not forget your camera..Hubbard is pretty active! More images at: http://www.pbase.com/pierce324/alaska2006 Enjoy your trip! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benolathe Posted May 3, 2007 #19 Share Posted May 3, 2007 I'm an early riser and that really pays off on glacier day! The trip into the inlet is amazing even if it's foggy. On most days I have coffee and watch the sunrise then take coffee back to to the room and sit on the balcony with WW. On any day but glacier day, I'm generally alone except for the walk-a-holics up on the track. Very cool pics!! I'll be sure to get up extra early on the day we enter Hubbard. And, I had to laugh when I read WW. Now, I know that DW=dear wife and the first thing I though of when reading WW was "wide wife." :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pierces Posted May 3, 2007 #20 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Very cool pics!! I'll be sure to get up extra early on the day we enter Hubbard. And, I had to laugh when I read WW. Now, I know that DW=dear wife and the first thing I though of when reading WW was "wide wife." :eek: I usually don't abbreviate Wonderful Wife and after that never, ever will in the future!!! I wonder how many people get offended at DH (Deadbeat Husband)?:D Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 3, 2007 #21 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Thanks for the pictures Dave! We went to Glacier Bay last year and tis year it will be Hubbard. Since we are sailing from Juneau the night before I know that I will be up a the crack of dawn....up until 1pm when we arrive. Last year there was lots of sea life between Skagway and the entrance to GB -including humpbacks :D It is definitely worth it to be up on deck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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