Alaska

Vancouver, B.C., Alaska Cruise & Anchorage, AK - June 4-15th, 2009

Juneau, Alaska - Monday, June 7th

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Approaching Juneau

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Mendenhall Glacier, about 12 miles from Juneau. Moist air flows toward the mountains, rises and releases snow and rain.

Average annual snowfall on the Juneau Icefield exceeds 100 feet. Mendenhall Glacier started retreating in the mid-1700s

because its annual rate of melt began to exceed its annual total accumulation.

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The Mount Roberts Tramway climbs from 27 to 2000 feet bringing you into a pristine alpine environment in just six minutes.

At the top you will find trails, an observatory, nature center, restaurant, bar, theater and two gift shops.

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Our ship. Luckily, there is also an indoor heated pool.

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Still at the top from our tram ride

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As close to snow as Gloria wanted to get.

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Heading back down

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Red Dog Saloon, where we had a late lunch and were entertained by the rowdy atmosphere

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Sea planes are a primary source of transportation in Juneau, since you cannot drive a car to Juneau....NO ROADS leaving town.