Cruise Happenings

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." -- Mark Twain

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Skagway, Alaska - Town

Skagway is a small town approximate population of 800 people. They have 1 school (grades k-12 average 107 students), library and bank. There local paper is published twice a month " The Skagway News" and will cost you $1.00. The town relies on tourism from May-September.
Outside facade is made up of over 20,000 pieces of drift wood.
In 1887 the "Red Onion Saloon" was Skagways most exclusive bordello. Today, this saloon and brothel museum are on the National Historic Building registry. Stop by and enjoy and drink and some local history. Noted as a favorite hot stop for Skagways visitors.

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