TwinMamainMN Posted October 6, 2017 #1 Share Posted October 6, 2017 We will be 6 people (3 adults and 3 kids ages 10, 10 and 6 when we travel). The train transfer is expensive for all 6 of us and leaves port very early in the morning. We are considering using a bus to get us to the airport, and will spend one night in Anchorage so we can avoid a red-eye flight home. We need to stow our daughters wheelchair below, in addition to our luggage. We are aware of the Alaskan Railroad Park Connection Motorcoach. Is there another option that is better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hubofhockey Posted October 6, 2017 #2 Share Posted October 6, 2017 We will be 6 people (3 adults and 3 kids ages 10, 10 and 6 when we travel). The train transfer is expensive for all 6 of us and leaves port very early in the morning. We are considering using a bus to get us to the airport, and will spend one night in Anchorage so we can avoid a red-eye flight home. We need to stow our daughters wheelchair below, in addition to our luggage. We are aware of the Alaskan Railroad Park Connection Motorcoach. Is there another option that is better? Have you tried Alaskacruisetransfer.com ? They have early booking transfers and group specials if you have six or more people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne123 Posted October 6, 2017 #3 Share Posted October 6, 2017 I used the Park Connection bus and it was just fine. No commentary, but clean and a nice drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 6, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted October 6, 2017 I used the Park Connection bus and it was just fine. No commentary, but clean and a nice drive. That would be fine with my young kids. They aren't going to want someone talking their ears off anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 6, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Have you tried Alaskacruisetransfer.com ? They have early booking transfers and group specials if you have six or more people. Thanks for the tip! I will check them out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 7, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Have you tried Alaskacruisetransfer.com ? They have early booking transfers and group specials if you have six or more people. I checked into this. The discount is 10% off if you have 6 adults. We have 3 adults and 3 kids which is cheaper anyway. Couldn't find anything about whether they can accommodate a wheelchair for storage with the luggage, so I emailed and was told NO, they cannot accommodate a wheelchair that does not fold (since our daughter is going to be 10 at the time, she has a small manual wheelchair, and it does not fold). So that option is out for us for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted October 7, 2017 #7 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Thanks for the tip! I will check them out! I'll recommend them too...We've used this transfer bus option and had great service with them..They indeed have a group discount there was 6 of us including a toddler, we had lots of luggage and a stroller. Nice large comfortable bus with onboard restroom. We took it from Seward-ANC but I believe they also then drop off at a couple of hotel's too...checkout their website. http://www.alaskacruisetransfer.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biojeep Posted October 8, 2017 #8 Share Posted October 8, 2017 ACT was great. We stopped at the wildlife for a short visit & really enjoyed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 9, 2017 Author #9 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Alaska Cruise Transfer will not accommodate our daughters wheelchair. I asked and they said they don't have storage space for it plus all the luggage people have. Ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocklinmom Posted October 9, 2017 #10 Share Posted October 9, 2017 I have been looking at ACT transfer for my family of five, and also found another company that could be an option for you. It's called Anchorage Tours and Transfers and it also offers a private transfer service for small groups. It doesn't book online like ACT so you would need to call or email them anyway to ask about your daughter's wheelchair. Their website is http://www.whittierbus.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKStafford Posted October 10, 2017 #11 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Have you looked into renting a van from Hertz in Seward? There'll be a drop off fee but since there's six of you it may work out cheaper than other transport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ski Mom Posted October 10, 2017 #12 Share Posted October 10, 2017 (edited) I have booked with PJ's taxi. I am in a wheelchair. It is a 15 passenger van. The owner Renee is a local resident and came highly recommended on both TA and CC. She makes trips to both Whittier and Anchorage for a flat fee. I believe it is 400 for Anchorage and 350 for Seward. She has been wonderful to deal with and has given me some great insight to the town of Seward. https://www.pjstaxi.net/ Hope that helps. Edited October 10, 2017 by Ski Mom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hubofhockey Posted October 10, 2017 #13 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I have booked with PJ's taxi. I am in a wheelchair. It is a 15 passenger van. The owner Renee is a local resident and came highly recommended on both TA and CC. She makes trips to both Whittier and Anchorage for a flat fee. I believe it is 400 for Anchorage and 350 for Seward. She has been wonderful to deal with and has given me some great insight to the town of Seward. https://www.pjstaxi.net/Hope that helps. Great going Ski Mom. Many of us don't have an appreciation of your challenges. I'm happy that it worked out well and your price is only a little more than you would pay for a coach and you have plenty of room and private transportation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ski Mom Posted October 10, 2017 #14 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Great going Ski Mom. Many of us don't have an appreciation of your challenges. I'm happy that it worked out well and your price is only a little more than you would pay for a coach and you have plenty of room and private transportation. Thanks I admit it was very overwhelming at first when I started planning this trip having never been to Alaska and being a new wheelchair traveler.I am so glad I found Cruise critic you all have been so helpful!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted October 10, 2017 #15 Share Posted October 10, 2017 There is a later train ride through Alaska RR (not through RCCL). While it is expensive, it was like an excursion for me as it is a beautiful ride (though a bus ride would see the scenery also). I really did enjoy the train and being able to get up and walk around. And the trains are accessible. https://www.alaskarailroad.com/node/420 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ski Mom Posted October 10, 2017 #16 Share Posted October 10, 2017 There is a later train ride through Alaska RR (not through RCCL). While it is expensive, it was like an excursion for me as it is a beautiful ride (though a bus ride would see the scenery also). I really did enjoy the train and being able to get up and walk around. And the trains are accessible. https://www.alaskarailroad.com/node/420 Coral I took your suggestion and I am taking the am train one way from Anchorage to Seward to spending the night in Seward and taking Pjs taxi straight to Whittier. I am really looking forward to both! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 12, 2017 Author #17 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Have you looked into renting a van from Hertz in Seward? There'll be a drop off fee but since there's six of you it may work out cheaper than other transport. We thought that would work, but made a phone call to Hertz in Seward and were told they have no minivans or larger vehicles. We would have to rent 2 vehicles to make it work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 12, 2017 Author #18 Share Posted October 12, 2017 I have booked with PJ's taxi. I am in a wheelchair. It is a 15 passenger van. The owner Renee is a local resident and came highly recommended on both TA and CC. She makes trips to both Whittier and Anchorage for a flat fee. I believe it is 400 for Anchorage and 350 for Seward. She has been wonderful to deal with and has given me some great insight to the town of Seward. https://www.pjstaxi.net/Hope that helps. This is super helpful!! Thanks for sharing this recommendation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 13, 2017 Author #19 Share Posted October 13, 2017 This is super helpful!! Thanks for sharing this recommendation! SkiMom! Thanks SO much for this suggestion, we are going to book with her too. Great price and more flexibility. Since our kids will be 10, 10 and 6, this will be very helpful for us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ski Mom Posted October 13, 2017 #20 Share Posted October 13, 2017 SkiMom! Thanks SO much for this suggestion, we are going to book with her too. Great price and more flexibility. Since our kids will be 10, 10 and 6, this will be very helpful for us! Your so welcome! I'm so glad it worked out for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocklinmom Posted October 13, 2017 #21 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Do you think PJ's Taxi would do a transfer from Whittier port to our hotel in Anchorage? There will be five of us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinMamainMN Posted October 13, 2017 Author #22 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Do you think PJ's Taxi would do a transfer from Whittier port to our hotel in Anchorage? There will be five of us. I have no specific knowledge either way, but it can't hurt to ask! The owner is Renee and she responded really quick to my initial email yesterday, and then again when I confirmed we wanted to book with her. I'm impressed so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now