Crazy 3 Day Ferry Cruise TO ALASKA! - We Tent Camped on the Boat Deck?? (FULL TOUR!)

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[@kkmarie52]

I am surprised at how little has changed since I took this journey in 1971. My traveling companion/boyfriend and I hitchhiked from Anchorage to Haines and hopped the ferry. We slept on the deck (no tent) and it was one of the most memorable trips of my life and I am pretty well-travelled , though nothing like The Endless Adventure! I was 19 and fearless and daring. Now I am a fearless and daring Grandma. (the boyfriend is long gone!)

[@underwriter53]

I’m a 70 yr old Grandma and feel ya!

[@davidhillman3410]

I bet the boyfriend still thinks about you.

[@Babagypsii]

I too have a lot of great memories from hitching .. ✌️💗

[@Theendlessadventure]

No tent?! You're the real adventurer! 😅 That's so neat that the trip hasn't changed much. It seems like most things these days have been completely overhauled or updated...it's nice that some things stay the same.

[@Blackbird58]

I'll be flying out from the UK in April to make this trip for the first time ever at the age of 66-including sleeping on deck! It only goes as far as Juneau or maybe Skagway now, I'll have to get to Whittier somehow to get my ferry for Kodiak Island, don't know how long I'll be there but will fly to King Salmon and from there to Kulik Lake with a canoe-and plenty of Bear Spray! I love the wilderness but there hasn't been anywhere like that in the UK since the 9th century! I retired in December and know only too well that we are only here once!

[@laurenj8888]

Did this trip in the early 80s. At that time they did not allow you to put up your tent on the deck - we did one night anyway and got away with it for that night but then they cracked down. I felt like I was a chocolate chip cookie baking under those heat lamps when we were in the solarium! Felt so trapped on that boat that I never took another cruise until last April 2023 when I went to the Galapagos! I booked a suite!!

[@CondizzleKaz]

Skagway is actually the most northern port in southeast Alaska that has a road to Anchorage

[@vonheise]

We have made the trip twice, first with our fifth wheel, the second without it, and rented one in Alaska. We couldn't get a tiny expensive stateroom due to short notice either time, so based on recommendations from people we met over time, we "camped" on deck chairs under the atrium which has heaters and is quieter than in a tent. One night we slept on the floor inside the auditorium due to the weather. The trip and the food was so great that I even considered getting a job with a month on and month off with good pay. The trip is mostly very smooth, like crossing a lake, however I had to lay down a bit during the hours of open water where the ferry rocked a lot. We had beer at our chair and some foreigners had too much wine in their cooler and got loud, so it was confiscated after complaints. The map is only a portion of the Marine Highway as it also goes to Sitka, a beautiful island, and out to Dutch Harbor in the Aleutian Chain. We chose to get off at Haines and drove thru Yukon to Fairbanks. If in the daytime, get off at Ketchikan and take a bus tour of the incredibly rich Alaska Native culture. Beautiful trip.

[@samandnick]

Whoa that is so awesome!! Alaska feels like a whole other planet. It is sooo beautiful!

[@ronja988]

I did a trip like this from Greece to Israel in 1997! I loved camping on the deck so much. We brought our camp stoves and cooked the best meals! It's exciting to know that things like that are still possible! 🎉

[@Theendlessadventure]

I bet that was an incredible journey! 😍 I wish we'd been able to cook meals...that would have definitely made it more delicious (and cheaper)!

[@jenniferbrown8305]

I always preferred sleeping on the floor in the observation lounge. Still hard as a rock, but a lot less wind. If I had to be outside, I'd want one of the loungers under the heat lamp in the solarium. Imaging being on that boat with 250 high school kids! We did that for Southeast Music Festival and the Regional Basketball tournament.

[@Theendlessadventure]

😳 We cannot imagine that...the high schoolers would have replaced every person on that ship! Crazy! And we agree - loungers and/or indoors is the way to go for this journey 😁

[@amyrudolph1090]

You thought the ferry was loud in the summer....

[@karinpople1019]

that 'dirty" book - the milepost is one of the musts for drive through and around alaska - shows all the road, gas stations, groceries....etc

[@theonlywoody2shoes]

Whilst I fully understand the “no sleeping in your RV” rule for safety reasons, I can’t believe that some people didn’t. If you have access every 6 hours, then catching some sleep must be possible, and if anyone hears movement inside would they not just assume it was a pet? Great video as always, but it would be good to compare and contrast your experience on the return journey with a state room in place of the tent (if budget and availability allows).

[@amyrudolph1090]

Being on the car deck without the crew present is a coast guard violation, not just a ferry rule. You can get in very big trouble. (The crew go down for the car deck calls)

[@knightcamp4]

I'm from Kodiak Alaska. The Tustumena Ferry is the ferry I grew up taking back and forth from Anchorage to Kodiak. Enjoy Alaska!

[@avatar997]

Homer here--Trusty Tusty.

[@davidbriggs9617]

Let the fun begin! And greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@mindfulnessandmeditation-wr7go]

Enjoy the video. I slept in the lawn chair it was by far the best I had the whole panorama on my trip and the heat lamps from the solarium kept me comfortable at night wonderful trip

[@BenjaminKlahn]

@5:45 "I don't think you're allowed to set up tents back here" while there's a giant blue sign that says, "No Tents Under Solarium" hanging in the background.

[@Stu-Vino]

I would be so paranoid that a giant gust of wind would sweep the tent (and its occupants) overboard! I wouldn't get a wink of sleep!

[@underwriter53]

I’m surprised you guy didn’t check out Downie Live’s video of his Alaska Marine Ferry trip with 2 companions. They stayed in a stateroom and went from Bellingham all the way to Whittier. Whittier has a special place in my heart because on my first day in the state in 1981 I took my 5 yr old son on the train from Anchorage to Whittier. I was a little apprehensive since I was a young Mother traveling alone with her son! The hotel staff told me to visit the local Army/Navy Surplus store, and that was excellent advice! It was one of the most rewarding adventures I ever too!🥰

[@YallAintRight]

I think this was a brilliant and unique idea to a travel like this. Thank you!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

That’s so great you guys! Welcome to our home state when we’re back in the USA!🇺🇸

[@davidgriffin14]

The camera work and editing y'all put into your videos is top notch.

[@MyBackyardScience]

This is such an interesting adventure! And remember, Eric, nobody puts Allison in the corner! 🤣🤣🙂

[@BeachcomberNZ]

It's amazing that the ferry is a 1970's vintage, as the ones we use between our main islands are only from the late 1990's, yet are already considered past their prime and will be replaced in about two years with brand new ones. They are also car and passenger ferries, but quite a bit bigger.

[@amyrudolph1090]

Oh my gosh the NZ ferries are like a luxury cruise compared to our Alaska ferries! But, it is because your ferries are privately owned and make a profit. Ours are State owned and lose money. But they are cheaper. I was in NZ for 6 months in 2016 and LOVED it! ❤😊

[@crowfoot1199]

Gorgeous ferry ride, wow. Also, that orca toque is EPIC!

[@jilllusey7001]

Great video. You guys are so chill. I would have been crying by night two! Well done.

[@brandondeweil942]

I'm having a blast on this trip!!!! And I'm thinking its just getting started!! Tough roads ahead!!

[@robertpoppen2610]

I absolutely loved this! Ya’ll are true adventurers! So good!

[@ohmydays5567]

Ya'll have the BEST MUSIC SELECTION. Perfectly matched to you vids!!!😍😍

[@nevillechant27]

Absolutely love you guys , looking forward to more of your adventures

[@marieneu264]

7:30 why is the bar/lounge the nicest looking part of the boat? 🤣🤣🤣

[@alohatvn]

I'm glad you made it safely. See you next time ⏲️ adventurers.

[@4WhatItsWorth]

You guys are such troopers. Always entertaining and interesting going along on these adventures with you ^_^ Hope you got some good sleep after all this! x

[@Theendlessadventure]

Oh ya, we didn't turn our alarms on for two mornings after this! 😴

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh my goodness - this looks INCREDIBLE! Thanks so much for sharing this - added to my bucket list!

[@tammycruz8189]

Thanks for sharing this journey with me. Safe Travels Always. God Bless Y'all Mucho Love From Your Friend In Michigan Tam 💜💕

[@garulusglandarius6126]

This is an excellent adventure guys, a true adventure is never too easy or comfortable. Your channel is going from strength to strength and I’m loving it. Hope you’re enjoying it and btw hope your mum Eric is doing well. Have fun, stay safe and enjoy every minute. Much love, support and gratitude from Britain 👍🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@Theendlessadventure]

Glad you're enjoying all the shenanigans we've been up to lately. The east coast has definitely had some great adventures for us. And luckily Eric's mom's hanging in there - she has good and bad days, of course, but we're so thankful for all the extra time we're getting ❤️

[@beverlypoirier705]

It's really beautiful can't wait to see your next adventure!! Safe travels 🙏 💕

[@CarlessSarah]

I found your channel a while ago and slowly working my way through the videos. Living in the UK i love watching all the adventures RV folks get up is one of my favourite things to do and a dream of mine to travel all around America and Canada one day! Just need a companion as don’t fancy doing it all solo! One day maybe but in the meantime i’ll enjoy watching along! ❤

[@rebeccarendle3706]

Apart from the lack of sleep.. what an amazing way to start your Alaska trip.. by ship.. stunning coastal scenery and wildlife. Beautiful weather to top it. Can't wait for the next vlogs.

[@Theendlessadventure]

The views were amazing from start to finish! And with the days still being longer up here, we were able to enjoy them even more 😍

[@josephhicks6989]

You guys are awesome, thank you fir bringing us on your adventures. Stay safe

[@travelertrome8449]

Wow what a unique adventure! I love Allison with the whale beanie on! I can't imagine how sleep deprived you must have been upon arrival at Hanes. Would love to do this someday...with a stateroom!

[@jeffhampton2767]

Congratulations you are alaskans now! 👍🏻❤🇺🇸🙏🏻

[@leahstaska2515]

Thank you so much for suffering through all that so we can be informed! We needed info about the various ways to see Alaska and this was very helpful!!

[@Theendlessadventure]

Glad our suffering could help you out! 🤣We have a lot more fun adventures coming from AK (including more fun modes of transportation) so stay tuned!

[@krataiandbrett]

Great episode! Looked like a fun adventure!

[@smckay6438]

Camped out for 3 days in Heathrow airport in 1980 ! During the D C 10 groundings ! Was great got an extra 3 days in England to do anything i wanted, went to a movie( moonraker)in piccadilly circus and walked all the things i missed on our tour !😊

[@GothicRockGoddess]

You guys being excited about the ferry is adorable. :) Coming from the UK, I've been on ferries multiple times since childhood to get to mainland Europe. Plus the time I took a ferry across the Baltic from Germany to Finland when I helped a firend move. So they're quite 'ordinary' for me. Though camping on deck is definitely not done here, and your views are much more epic than any I've ever seen!

[@jj-if6it]

As an Australian, I still find them exciting

[@jackmccrary2614]

I found it hilarious that you put the Milepost back on the shelf, not realizing that it was the valuable book you can have for exploring Alaska.

[@mikemanjo2458]

So exciting! I love the video shots you got of the wildlife and just the beauty of the islands on either side of you. Thanks for the info on doing this trip. I had no idea this was available. I can't wait to see more! Thanks for bringing us along! Jane in SC, stay safe!❤🙏

[@Theendlessadventure]

Glad we could take you on a mini Alaskan cruise with us! It was so fun seeing all the whales and dolphins splashing around. And the views were incredible from start to finish. 😍 Definitely looking forward to sharing all the upcoming adventures!

[@olerider4042]

Great episode guys. Loved the content and how you made me, as the viewer, able to experience the details. Two thumbs up.

[@scotttan6377]

Great review of the Alaskan ferry ! Looking forward towards your Alaska adventures !

[@amylverma]

Ahh! This back lots of fond memories. Took the journey 20 years ago when I worked in Skagway for the summer. I was one of the ones sleeping on lounge chairs and I must say it was such a fun experience. If you want to do something epic, hike the Chilkoot trail on your back south. Might be too late in the season though. And go to Dawson Coty in the Yukon if you can.

[@re575817]

what an amazing adventure!

[@karikristinehaugberg3890]

I want this experience! So fun! But my goodness - I didn't comment this on the last video, but the loading system they have for cars? That's fascinatingly inefficient! Coming from someone who's grown up in a town with car ferries - that was a sight! The ships I'm used to have a movable ramp - ramp down -> cars go on. ramp up -> cars park under. With cars standing on the ramp as it moves up into place - no space lost. So the one car lift was super fascinating! I wanna do it!

[@silvercookies]

So many dogs I love it. The camping on the deck may not have been the most comfortable experience but it's definitely one you guys will remember!

[@Theendlessadventure]

That is so true!

[@markm6028]

loving this adventure already!

[@cathleenmarie4338]

Thanks for sharing; noise cancelling headphones seem to be a must have for tent camping on the ferry! It’s also *so* wild that pets can sleep in the vehicles onboard but people cannot! And where do they pee?!

[@Clouise2023]

On the floor, then you have to clean it right up. But when they actually stop you can take them off the ferry for a little bit. It’s actually a fun little adventure.

[@stephenkauk7809]

I love watching your Alaskan adventure...thanks for sharing!

[@orangewhipster]

That background you see most likely isn't Alaska if that was your first night...that is the coastline of BC...which will be a lot of your trip up there.

[@shelaghjackson9577]

Yes! You didn’t mention Canada, and you were sailing up the Inside Passage. We are just as beautiful as Alaska!🇨🇦

[@sky60148]

would a bivouac tent for each person be more ideal for camping on a ship? if you're traveling by yourself or with at least one companion? to save space and weight for carry on gear and items.

[@eleanorcramer7986]

I don’t remember ever seeing tents on the decks of ferry’s. Ours are short runs but in all the travel shows I missed that. I do know about tenting in unrelenting wind that would flatten the tent with some gusts. Nightmare with out sleeping. Thanks for fun adventure and heads up. Sweet dreams in your cozy home. Ahoyoy

[@amyrudolph1090]

FYI on the lounge chairs in the solarium: they are not comfortable! Unless you have like a backpacking little blow up pad. Then they're great. But in my opinion, the best way to sleep is in a tent cot on deck. Mine has a steel tube frame, so way too heavy to blow away. Footprint is no bigger than a cot, so don't feel bad taking up a ton of space for 1 person. And, because the tent fastens to steel bars instead of just tent poles, it is very secure in the wind. It does still make some noise, so if you're very delicate sleepers like 😉, you may not like it! I just love the privacy without having to pay for a cabin. The only time I would prefer a stateroom is if I'm sick and I just really feel a need for my own personal bathroom 2 feet away from my bed. But that's just my personal opinions as someone who has been riding the ferry for about 45 years....and, I do have a house on an island! Come visit! And, I have a very cute beagle you can play with! 😅

[@-RONNIE]

Thank you both for the video 👍🏻

[@donstravelsandrants.]

Love the whale hat. I'm excited to watch your Alaska adventure.👍😊🇮🇪🇺🇸

[@mariepalkiewicz852]

Have a Great Adventure!

[@dcm703]

Did the inside passage last summer with NatGeo and it was amazing, really loved Haines!

[@Victory1981]

Beautiful! I love the name Clementine for your old RV. I’ve been to 39 states and D.C.

[@Hapgirl65]

Always a great video👍😊💚

[@kpriya286]

Beautiful and informative vlog !! Thanks for sharing your experiences ❤❤ from India

[@SoxRoxBoston]

It looks like the State Room is the best.... and only way to go. If you want to actually get some sleep 😴 I bet Clementine never felt so good 🛏

[@zoemorrison07]

The views are totally worth sleeping on the back of the boat! But I’d still be absolutely terrified 😂😂 I can’t wait to get to your Alaska videos ❤

[@trailingarm63]

Great episode. The scenery reminds me a little of exploring the islands off Stockholm. Your camping spot was similar to sleeping on a hill top or ridge line, lively but fine. I think the comfort of Clementine and The Black Series is making you soft! Good luck on your drive.

[@Victory1981]

Eric reminds me of Jim Carey. And the reason I say that, he’s naturally funny. Allison is a pretty red head that’s funny also.

[@ahota84]

I find it absolutely facinating that this trip cost much more than what an Alaska cruise on a cruise ship would cost. Your own shower and food included too!

[@Skittl1321]

It's probably a combo of the car transport, and that it is a US registered ship. Cruise ships are nearly all foreign registered and have to stop in a foreign country

[@laurenj8888]

It is dirt cheap without the vehicle.

[@ChiefStones]

​​@@laurenj8888$500 per person $1000 per vehicle $2000 for the RV. So that trip was close to $4,000. Plus another $500 if they would of gotten a room. I looked at doing the same trip last year. I drove instead for about $1200 towing the car behind the RV and it was one of the most beutiful drives i have ever done.

[@jj-if6it]

@@laurenj8888 interesting

[@hikerhobby1204]

However, you don’t get to take your car.

[@passionfruitfruit]

I was waiting so much to see what you guys have been eating on the ship!😢❤

[@bobmoser726]

Love watching your adventures and misadventures . Eva ZuBeck has video of her ferry tent camping trip to Dutch Harbor. It might be interesting to compare notes.

[@damnimloomin]

I feel like you not showing the food means it is really bad 😂 also i feel like they should try to retrofit capsules all over the ship and make a capsule hotel vibe as an alternative to just tent/ chair sleeping

[@melodyhopponen7504]

Awesome trip on the Ferry, Never knew tenting was OK. Thanks

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hi Eric and Allison What's going on Adventures That was one wild ride I think its better t o drive your self their and back lol just me But I get it to have the once in a life time experience wow so Proud of y'all

[@JustinBrehm]

Always great to watch any of your videos and congrats on 100,000,000 views

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Exciting times a head. 🙏you got a Good nights sleep after that 3 day of hardly any . Looking forward to your next video Safe Travels 🥰🥰

[@ThatGuyOutdoors]

Love the tape for the tent. Lol. Surprised you didn’t have Gaff tape 😜 Enjoying your weekly adventures. Helped inspire me to start my journey too. 😁

[@mrroyce1138]

I remember sleeping on deck heading to boy scout camp. The solariums were heated from above.

[@simoneking6724]

Great vid. I think I’ll stick to the comfort of a cruise ship but I loved seeing your experience 😁

[@ronaldseitz3677]

The two of you will be good just keep going forward ✌️💕

[@roninseattle]

Very fun, informative video; thanks. We're heading from Skagway to Bellingham in August. Glad I booked a stateroom.

[@einzgeisha]

Good night. Sleep deprived sucks . Enjoy a great night 🌙

[@pandaloves17]

Lol if you guys ever have kids you both are already prepared with the dad jokes 😂

[@vernharris7407]

The people in the lounge chairs are probably saying don’t do lawnchair‘s do tent, tent is the way to go.😂😂😂😂

[@spearfish60]

Great journey on the ferry thanks....looks like the tent has been put away for a while 😂

[@TammyTravelsTheWorld]

I did this adventure back in 2016. Bellingham WA to Juneau AK in DECEMBER! In a tent! I haven't even watched the whole video yet, but I'm excited to see your experiences!

[@lindavoll9555]

Looks like another awesome adventure! I wasn’t there so I’ll have to take your word for it, but I’ve slept on the deck of a 64 foot boat (not as large as the ferry for sure) and I’d say stateroom or noisy tent is better…waking up with condensation all over your, now damp, sleeping bag suck, especially in the cooler temps and if you need it for more than one night…also very tragic for the hairdo…it became a hairdon’t!!

[@CashMopar]

Now that’s an adventure!

[@TravelbyDartTV]

It's like a luxury camping trip where the engine's horn your lullaby and the engine's vibration your cradle. I've been planning to visit Alaska and see the bear for our TV show but, I hope I won't get to camp on top of a cruise ship. :D

[@maccalemon]

another awesome video.

[@deweymiller1602]

3 months ago,we took a ship just like that from Portsmouth to Caen,much fun...

[@agweatherwax1]

This looks like the best way to go to Alaska!

[@motorcyleoffthecuff]

thanks for sharing that looks so cool maybe i can convince my wife to go just stellar to watch

[@julieofidaho]

If you travel to the Matanuska Valley and visit Palmer you will see the place where I grew up. Enjoy our beautiful state. Wish I was there.

[@trainroomgary]

Very cool & fun trip - Gary from Michigan 🚂

[@lisalowery4849]

What's to keep the tents from just blowing over the edge? It seems pretty dangerous.

[@pjf222]

gaffer tape.

[@jillwalls9330]

Definitely get your stateroom booked for your trip back to the lower 48. 😊

[@pollyaf99]

Great video!

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Loved Your Video Watching from New Brunswick CANADA 🙂

[@KelpieKapersFarm]

You're making me homesick! I loved my time up there!