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{Trip Report} Skagway, Alaska

July 21, 2015

I’m so excited to share today’s {Trip Report} with you…and since Texas is so blazing-hot right now, I especially love looking back at these pictures! Skagway was the third stop on our Alaskan cruise with Princess, and after sea-planes and dog-sledding, I didn’t think a scenic railway excursion would all that exciting. Even if we were in the luxury car.

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

But I under-estimated just how jaw-droppingly stunning the 3.5 hour trip would be, as we journeyed out of town, over the summit of White Pass, to the Yukon River, and down to the Klondike. In fact, it’s so breath-taking, National Geographic included it in their “Secret Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World’s Best Hidden Travel Gems.” #somuchforhidden

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Even the train is recognized as an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark…a designation shared with the Panama Canal, Eiffel Tower and Statue of Liberty. The vintage passenger coaches are immaculately kept, and a beautiful reminder of slower, gentler times.

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

I highly recommend upgrading to the private Luxury Car, where you’re treated to bottomless mimosas and snacks, leather swivel chairs, and a private viewing deck with panoramic views. Not to mention a private bathroom. #priorities

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

It was a warm and stunningly-bright day, so a hat and sunglasses came in handy. And a light jacket was all we needed for the occasional cool breezes.

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska
Field Jacket (similar) | Striped Popover Top | Jeans (similar that I love!)
Hat | Sunglasses | Pendant Necklace

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands of prospectors who flocked to Alaska in the late 1800s, in hopes of striking it rich at the Klondike Gold Mines. But even though the gold rush ended, Skagway maintains it’s wild west vibe.

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska
Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska
Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

We didn’t strike gold, but we found some yummy cupcakes and Thai food in town! #mykindofgold

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska
Field Jacket (similar) | Striped Popover Top | Jeans (similar that I love!)
Hat | Sunglasses | Pendant Necklace | Sandals | Watch
Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska

Hi Sugarplum | Trip Report: Skagway, Alaska
Field Jacket (similar) | Striped Popover Top | Jeans (similar that I love!)
Hat | Sunglasses | Pendant Necklace | Sandals | Watch | Spike Bracelet

We weren’t soaring or sledding, but our hearts were racing just as much by the sheer beauty…in fact, I think it was my favorite of the excursions. But anything involving Mr. SP is my favorite. Is an Alaskan Cruise on your Bucket List yet? I’d move it to the top spot!

{More Alaska posts}
Let’s Chat | Cruisin’
Trip Report | Ketchikan
Cruise Style | Formal Night
Trip Report | Juneau Ice Fields
Cruise Style | Flirty Stripes & Floral
*Photos of Mr. SP & me taken by my ever-adorable & amazingly-talented friend, Valorie Darling.*

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  1. Christina says: July 21, 2015 at 11:45 am

    Yep! I want to go! So beautiful. Everything looks like it's out of a movie perfect. Your outfit is too cute. I ordered the field jacket- it's coming today!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      yay! let me know how you like it! xo

      Reply
  2. Meghan says: July 21, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    Beautiful town and pictures! So funny, I was just about to ask who takes the pictures of your and the hubby when on vacation just the two of you!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      Usually we ask a stranger, or do awkward selfies…but this time we lucked out with Valorie! She was on the cruise with us and we became good friends.

      Reply
  3. Jessica Mensing says: July 21, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    Ugh, I miss Skagway! It was my absolute favorite port when we went. We didn't do the train last time but it's at the top of our list for next time.

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:27 pm

      yes…it's a must-do!!!

      Reply
  4. Sabrina says: July 21, 2015 at 12:31 pm

    Hoping to go next summer & using your blog as a guide for what I want to do 🙂

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:28 pm

      Yay!!! I hope it's helpful for you! I've got a few posts planned that might come in handy, too. All I ask is you take me with you! 😉 xo

      Reply
  5. Brenna Morgan says: July 21, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    That looks amazing! An Alaskan cruise is definitely on my bucket list. The landscape is just phenomenal!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:28 pm

      And you know my pictures don't even come close to doing it justice!! xo

      Reply
  6. Kylie says: July 21, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    Eveything looks absolutely breathtaking! What type of camera do you use?

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:30 pm

      Hi Kylie…I have this older model Canon, and love it. Most of these pics were taken with a 50mm or wide-angle lens.

      http://bit.ly/1IiEqzN

      Reply
  7. Simply LKJ says: July 21, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    Gorgeous scenery. And fabulous pictures!!

    Reply
  8. HeidiFerguson says: July 21, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    Love all the beautiful pictures!! My favorite may be the one with you blowing the dandelion! So cute!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Thank you, Heidi! I felt kind of silly with Valorie told me to do it…but she's so good at what she does, I went with it. So glad I did…I think it's fun, too! xo

      Reply
  9. Jenny says: July 21, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    These photos and the history make me want to take a trip up for sure!

    Reply
  10. Andrea says: July 21, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    How did it happen that a friend who is a professional photographer was along. Was that planned by the cruise line. All of the photography makes the post so enjoyable. In general, YOU and your vision are in enjoyable, which is why we come back daily. Thank You!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      Thank you so much for the kind words, Andrea! Valorie was the guest of another blogger…we all became good friends on the trip, and when we walked past that old wooden building, she said 'I'm dying to shoot this wall…you two snuggle up in front of it!' I'm so glad she did, Mr. SP and I rarely get pics together on trips!!

      Reply
  11. Shannon says: July 21, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    So gorgeous! I've always wanted to take a train trip. Looks amazing! And you guys are so in love.

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      Thanks friend!! Most days we are! 😉 #20yearsisalongtime

      Reply
  12. mwimp says: July 21, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    looks and sounds just dreamy! of course you are cute as a button!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:33 pm

      You are the sweetest…thanks, girlie!! xo

      Reply
  13. Sarah says: July 21, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    How amazingly beautiful! And that last picture is beyond adorable.

    Reply
  14. Jillian says: July 21, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    the train looks so fun! and what a cute little town. xo jillian – cornflake dreams

    Reply
  15. Heather{Our Life In a Click} says: July 21, 2015 at 8:06 pm

    Ummm…YES it is! You had me at unlimited mimosas!! These photos are gorgeous!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 21, 2015 at 8:33 pm

      That may have had something to do with how much I loved the excursion! 😉

      Reply
  16. Queen In Between says: July 21, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    Love, love, love that next to last picture of you!! And love that you got plenty of pictures of the two of you together. Beautiful job on pictures all the way around

    Reply
  17. Megan // Honey We're Home says: July 21, 2015 at 10:20 pm

    I've been running around all day in the Houston heat- it's making Alaska look even better right now!

    Reply
  18. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says: July 21, 2015 at 11:40 pm

    Just stunning! Looks like paradise!

    Reply
  19. [email protected] says: July 22, 2015 at 12:13 am

    Oh my gosh! That looks jaw dropping gorgeous! I'm totally adding Alaska to my travel bucket list now!

    Reply
  20. Annemarie Byrnes says: July 22, 2015 at 3:33 am

    I'm cruising on the Star Princess in just 2 weeks and I can't wait. Your pictures and stories make me even more excited! This RR trip is one of the excursions we picked. I was worried it would be a bit boring but I can clearly see it is NOT! I can't wait!!! Any chance your packing list will make it to the blog before I leave on my trip? Please!!!
    Love everything about your blog – It's the first thing I check every evening!

    Reply
    • hisugarplum says: July 22, 2015 at 3:45 pm

      Take me with you!!! You're going to have the BEST time! I don't think I'll have a packing post ready before your trip, but just look at what I'm wearing in each of the recaps, and check the weather for the ports the week you'll be there…that will be a good gauge. I took layers, and lots of really cold-weather stuff, but hardly needed them! I hope this helps!

      Reply
    • Annemarie Byrnes says: July 22, 2015 at 9:30 pm

      Thanks, Cassie! I will take your advice and plan on the layers and leave the packable down jacket at home. Your outfits are so adorable and just the look I'm going for. I will re-visit your posts and make my list. Wish you were going to be there – what a fun time we would have!

      Reply
  21. MorganizewithMe says: July 22, 2015 at 6:09 am

    Oh this trip is just breath taking all around, adding to my bucket list ASAP!

    Reply
  22. Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says: July 22, 2015 at 11:07 am

    GORGEOUS pics! That last one needs to be in a sweet little frame on your bedside table!

    Reply
  23. Esther Davison says: July 22, 2015 at 3:22 pm

    I used to live in Alaska and when I moved away, I left behind friends and famly. I miss it and had a great trip this year visitng and checking out a gold mine in Hatcher Pass. It's an awesome place in the summer. Not so awesome in the winter. [email protected] Loved the pics and haven't been to Skagway.

    Reply
  24. Holly @ While I'm Waiting... says: July 22, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    Could you guys be any cuter?! Fabulous pictures! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  25. Keisha Dawson says: November 29, 2015 at 3:16 am

    We are working to book our excursions for a trip we are taking next summer. Who did you book the train ride through. I have found so many different places, but I want to make sure we have the best experience possible. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Cassie Sugarplum says: November 29, 2015 at 3:25 pm

      How fun…take me with you!! 🙂 we booked all our excursions through Princess!

      Reply
  26. kraesmom says: January 7, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    We took this cruise on Norwegian in 2008. Our day in Skagway remains one of my favorite days EVER EVER EVER! We took the kids with us on the cruise (4 people in one of the Ocean View rooms…it was uh…cozy). The day we were in Skagway, the temps were around 75 degrees and we did a rock climbing/rappelling excursion. It was fantastic and the kids (10 and 8) had a spectacular time.

    Reply
  27. Nicole says: July 14, 2019 at 10:05 am

    What was the actual railway excursion called? My husband and I are going to Alaska next month and would love to do this!

    Thank you.

    Nicole

    Reply
    • Cassie says: July 14, 2019 at 11:16 am

      It was booked through Princess directly, so it’s whichever company they use! Have a great trip!

      Reply

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