Definitely agree with AKStafford Been going up there for over 25 years and go in June, July, or August. Been up there also in the winter and one of the advantages to that is there are no mosquitoes! but you can't beat the scenery!
I also agree to Rome on your own. Have been there 6+ times and love being on our own. Transportation is easily accessible and there are plenty of hotels. We stay at the Hotel Quirinale which is the oldest hotel in Rome and the ambiance is awesome. It has an outdoor garden area where you can dine in and listen to music provided . Also it is next to the Opera Hall and can hear the performances..Makes me wish I was back there now. Good luck with your choice.
I think I might stick to the 7 day cruises. The thought of me following someone naked up the stairs or getting on the elevator with them causes me nightmares !!!
Another item to consider .about the fishing charters is the price of having your fish processed and shipped to your home. Depending on the type of fish and the amount , it could cost more than the charter.
Also if you go to Girdwood and like Cajun food the Double Muskie is the place .Get there about 4:30 as it gets quite crowded as it's only open for dinner.
There is only one road to Anchorage. During the summer it can get quite congested and possibly closed because of an accident. 7 1/2 hrs. is not enough time to safely accomplish this trip. Also you will need to deal with the Whittier tunnel schedule. Whatever you choose to do please keep that in mind. Have a great trip.
I've had someone take my luggage by mistake after purchasing the wierdest pattern of luggage. Luckily I caught them before exiting terminal. Walk my luggage off now.
Reminds me of the cruise I took on the MSC
Seaside shortly after it was launched. Our room smelled strongly of sewer gas( no not the bathroom drain) coming in from the AC vent. 3 officers confirmed it.Complained and complained and was informed that there were no other rooms available. I informed them that if they did not relocate me I was getting off the first port and they would reimburse me for cruise and air. They magically found another room for me. My compensation was a free (so I thought) dinner at a speciality restuarant. They ended up charging me for the dinner and denied giving me the certiicate. I will not sail with these pirates again.
On a land tour to Thailand in 2020 I was able to visit Mynnamar which was the highlight of the trip. Had to persuade the border guard with $45 US to enter. Was well worth it.
We were recently on the Equinox and tried to book Tuscan and Murano pre-cruise but was unavailable. When we got on ship they were magically available at a higher price. We booked anyway and found Tuscan to be good but Murano to be very disappointing.