germanyboy Posted January 13, 2014 #1 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Going on first Alaska cruise. What are the good/cool/exciting/remarkable things to buy there? What are the especially good places to shop at these locations? And what would some items cost? Vancouver Juneau Skagway Icy Point Strait Ketchikan Seattle Thanks for any ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oaktreerb Posted January 13, 2014 #2 Share Posted January 13, 2014 My favorite item is the Made in Alaska Ulu knife from the ULU Factory (They are made in Anchorage but you can buy them in most stores). If you are planning to use it you need to purchase the set that includes the knife and cutting board. Ketchikan is always good for shopping. Skagway or Juneau would be sources for Russian nesting dolls....made in Russia. You may want to compare prices on these as they can vary on the same item. There is a nice store in Skagway that has a good selection and reasonable prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busman723 Posted January 13, 2014 #3 Share Posted January 13, 2014 The Alaskan ULU Knife is a great. One thing, the knife must be in your checked luggage. If it is in your carryon, it will be taken by security at the airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobbClan Posted January 13, 2014 #4 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Be careful, the really cheap ones are made in China. To some that makes no difference, but to some it's a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted January 14, 2014 #5 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Ravens Brew coffee...the Three Peckered Billy Goat blend (yes really the name) has been an all time favorite of those I have brought it home for, and they always ask for more..Some have even gone to the trouble of buying it online...You can find it in most all ports in Alaska and the price doesn't vary...so buy it when you see it. :) Also there is a candy shop in Ketchikan (Ketchikan Candies) that has amazing fudge...we have usually loved fudge from the Alaska Fudge Company in Juneau but the one in Ketchikan is much better according to our expertise when it comes to fudge :D Also if you can find it there is a White Birch syrup... I have found it in one of the shops on Creek St. in Ketchikan. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr green Posted January 14, 2014 #6 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Strangely enough, I have usually found the prices to be better in Alaska, than in Mexico, or the Caribbean. john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grobma Posted January 14, 2014 #7 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Ravens Brew coffee...the Three Peckered Billy Goat blend (yes really the name) has been an all time favorite of those I have brought it home for, and they always ask for more..Some have even gone to the trouble of buying it online...You can find it in most all ports in Alaska and the price doesn't vary...so buy it when you see it. :) Have not tried Ravens Brew, though it sounds like I should. I love Kaladi Bros coffee. They are based in Anchorage, but it is sold all over the state, and I believe they now have a location in Seattle. I like going to the shops themselves as they make great concoctions (there is one within walking distance of all the downtown Anchorage hotels). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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