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queensgal
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What to wear in Alaska in August
Going on an Alaskan Cruise in August.
I will be 21 weeks pregnant at the time so I'm nervous about having the right type of clothes to wear.
I have jeans and a few t-shirts but I am trying to avoid buying too many casual clothes that won't work for my office.
When on the boat - are summer clothes ok for day/night? I am thinking of dresses in the evening with a cardigan if needed. Should I pack shorts/tanks for the day?
On excursions, I understand layers are a good idea, but that is posing a challenge to find long sleeve maternity clothes at this time. Can I get away with t-shirts and a light jacket?
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Posted 7/12/12 8:27 PM  |
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
We went late June. When we pulled up next to the glaciers, I was wearing two sweatshirts, jeans and a blanket around my shoulders and I was still shivering.
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| Posted 7/12/12 8:35 PM |
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MsSissy
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
My SIL & BIL just came back about 2 weeks ago and they both had jeans, sweatshirts and layers in all the pictures.
Also, I know August is the rainy season so keep that in mind when packing.
Have a great time!
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| Posted 7/12/12 8:38 PM |
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phoenix913
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
We went in Aug two years ago and it was quite cold. You will most likely need sweaters (winter weight), sweatshirts, and a a jacket of some kind. I also highly recommend some fully waterproof gear, jacket and pants. And don't forget a fleece hat and gloves, maybe even a scarf.
Honestly I wouldn't even bother with t-shirts. I wore long sleeves the entire two weeks.
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| Posted 7/13/12 9:08 AM |
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M514
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What to wear in Alaska in August
We went in mid-September and i wore long sleeves when we were out. Sometimes i had on a scarf too. When we went hiking, i started out in a jacket and by the time we were done i was down to a tank top. Definitely layer your clothes. And have a jacket for night time.
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| Posted 7/13/12 10:09 AM |
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chilltocam
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What to wear in Alaska in August
I went late July/early August and it was never really warm. Especially at night, on the ship, it was pretty chilly. For excursions off the ship I needed a winter jacket and hat/gloves (for going onto the galciers) and for others, (visiting the port towns) a few heavy layers were ok.
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| Posted 7/13/12 2:50 PM |
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chilltocam
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
Posted by chilltocam
I went late July/early August and it was never really warm. Especially at night, on the ship, it was pretty chilly. (but you can avoid being outside, for the most part). For excursions off the ship I needed a winter jacket and hat/gloves (for going onto the galciers) and for others, (visiting the port towns) a few heavy layers were ok.
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| Posted 7/13/12 2:52 PM |
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mommy2Alex
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
I went in August and the weather went both ways. I would def bring clothes you can layer and rain gear. Some days it was nice for a Tshirt and Jeans in the sun but most times during the day you need a light coat at a minimum.
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| Posted 7/15/12 4:47 PM |
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What to wear in Alaska in August
Absolutely layers and just have shorts/tees available for your plane ride home. Is there someone you can borrow winter clothes from?
- Kimberly Hill
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| Posted 7/16/12 8:38 AM |
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JessInCA
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
Posted by phoenix913
We went in Aug two years ago and it was quite cold. You will most likely need sweaters (winter weight), sweatshirts, and a a jacket of some kind. I also highly recommend some fully waterproof gear, jacket and pants. And don't forget a fleece hat and gloves, maybe even a scarf.
Honestly I wouldn't even bother with t-shirts. I wore long sleeves the entire two weeks.
Same experience here. Wear layers!
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| Posted 7/16/12 3:29 PM |
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Kim7706
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Re: What to wear in Alaska in August
My dad is there right now....and said it went down to 45 at night...and about 55-60 in the day..HTH :)
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| Posted 7/17/12 5:08 PM |
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