Drug Stores in Whittier?

[joand452]

We'll beginning our southbound cruise in Whittier, after a 4-day land tour. Will there be a drug/convenience store near the ships (Sapphire Princess)? My DH uses a CPAP machine and will need distilled water. He'll be able to carry enough for the landtour, but not for the cruise.

 

I understand we MAY be able to get some onboard ship, but rather not take the chance.

 

Thanks for your help,

Joan

[najune]

Unless something new is in Whittier since 2004, there was no drugstore that I saw. Whittier is very small with just a few local tour companies and eateries. Get your water before you get to Whittier. No need to plan any time to explore Whittier, there is not much there.

[ARRTrain]

I'd get that in Anchorage, if you happen to staying there before the ship. There's a small store there, a short walk into town. Anchor Inn 907-472-2354, they might have Distilled Water.

[joand452]

Actually, we'll be coming on the Princess train from Mt. McKinley Princess Lodge. I better call Princess to see if I can get it taken care of.

 

On second thought, how about Talkeetna? I believe we can get a shuttle there from the Lodge?

 

Thanks.

[najune]

Talkeena may have a small corner store, but there sure isn't a regular grocery store with a big inventory. Maybe you can do a search and find out. Your idea of asking Princess will be the best way to go. Most cruise lines will work with passengers with special needs - check with them that would be the easiest and then you could enjoy the trip without worrying.