Please enjoy my 10BEST/USA TODAY photo essay on the beautiful city of Juneau, Alaska.

Juneau's colorful history and incredible scenery began drawing visitors back in the early 1900's. Today, the picturesque city, which is the capital of Alaska, is a popular cruise port and a favorite destination among adventure travelers.

Cruise ships of all sizes make their way down the Gastineau Channel from Juneau to explore Alaska's Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park. Juneau itself offers a wide variety of visitor activities and amenities. It is home to the breathtaking Mendenhall Glacier, one of the world's few urban, "drive up" glaciers.

View a complete PHOTO GALLERY OF JUNEAU on my photography website, www.joannedibonaphotography.com

The beautiful city of Juneau Alaska as seen from Mount Roberts Tramway © Joanne DiBona — The beautiful city of Juneau Alaska as seen from Mount Roberts Tramway
© Joanne DiBona

The beautiful Port of San Diego is a destination in of itself. Cruising is a popular mode of travel around the world for travelers of all ages and walks of life, for many reasons. The cruise ship itself is a floating hotel, offering top-notch cuisine, first-rate entertainment, and many other amenities. Passengers can easily take day tours of all the ports of call. And arriving at the home port is an adventure in itself, with many passengers extending their cruise with a pre or post cruise stay in the host city. There is a cruise available for every taste and interest, making it a perfect choice for family vacations, romantic getaways, special occasions, weddings, and adventure and eco-tourism.

Enjoy a photo slide show of some of the world's best ports to visit.

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