Book description
Whether you want to go bear-watching on Kodiak Island, cruise through Glacier Bay, or fish for salmon in Sitka Bay, the local Fodor's travel experts in Alaska are here to help! Fodor's The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do DETAILED REVIEWS of all the cruise lines and their ships that cruise in Alaska MORE THAN 22 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS on the best sights, restaurants, shopping, performing arts, activities, shore excursions, and more PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "What to Eat and Drink in Alaska," "What to Buy in Alaska," "Best Wildlife Experiences in Alaska," "Best Shore Excursions in Alaska," and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on "Whales of Alaska," "Alaska's Glaciers," and "Native Arts and Crafts" LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Gustavus, Haines, Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, Skatway, Kodiak Island, Metlakatla, Homer, Petersburg, Anchorage, Valdez, Wrangell, Victoria, Vancouver, Seattle, and more. Planning on visiting other destinations in the Pacific Northwest? Check out Fodor's Seattle or Fodor's Vancouver & Victoria. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!
Venom Charms
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive.
Grabber
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Sidewalk Enforcer
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
RedMouth
Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Sky
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K-Tin Man
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Troubadour
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
Wildcat Appaloosa
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. 🎧 Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. 📚📱 Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! 📱🎧 The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives.
Zero Corn
The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional. I’ve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers!
Spicy Thunder
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Gamer Bean
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧
Dark Matter
I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊
StorySculptor
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Tomcat
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Prez Dog
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VisionVortex
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
Sokol
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Mr. Lucky
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EchoEmissary
Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧 ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.
Nice Gnome
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience