Kingdom Konsultant Travel Blog

Stepping into Skagway feels like stepping back in time to the Klondike Gold Rush era, where fortune-seekers once flooded this town hoping to strike it rich. Today, this historic Alaskan port offers visitors a mix of rugged adventure, preserved gold rush history, and breathtaking landscapes . Whether you’re drawn to thrilling outdoor excursions or a leisurely ride along one of the most scenic railways in North America, Skagway guarantees an unforgettable port day. Skagway was the gateway to the Klondike , where thousands of prospectors arrived in the late 1890s, eager to trek the treacherous Chilkoot Trail in search of gold.  Visitors can relive the excitement of the Gold Rush era through these immersive experiences: Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park – Learn about Skagway’s pivotal role in the gold rush through restored buildings, exhibits, and ranger-led tours. Red Onion Saloon – Originally a brothel during the town’s wild frontier days, this historic saloon off...

The beauty that is Alaska is breathtaking and no amount of words can describe it accurately.   It is something you need to experience and see in person. When they say it is the last frontier, that statement couldn’t be truer. I’ve sailed to Alaska three times over many years and I still want to go back again. There is always something else that I want to see or do that I didn’t get to on my last trip. On two of those sailings, I went in the beginning of June and both were different in what we saw and experienced. On one, the warmer weather had just moved in, so waterfalls were abundant in every port of call.  You may wonder if bringing children on this cruise is worthwhile. I can say without a shadow of a doubt it is.There are many educational opportunities that children won’t even realize because they’re having such fun and enjoying the majesty of the mountains, sites and wildlife. It’s an education not sitting behind a desk in a room, but outside ...