Ok, First time to…read moreAlaska and have been mind blown by scenery. The natural beauty of this state is almost overwhelming in its grandeur. What really made the trip special was getting out on the ocean with a local guide that not only knew the ins and outs of the waterways but was also truly dedicated to his craft as a guide. Captain Dave is passionate about his home town of Sitka and an absolute wealth of information. On the way out of the harbor he fired off a plethora of awesome facts that rivaled anything Wikipedia might have to say about this majestic seaside port. Safety was always on his mind and that played a huge roll in our comfort considering we had a 5 and 7 year-old with us. At all times, including when we disembarked on a remote island for a quick hike, he was sure to let us know he had our back (he had a bear deterrent on the form of a shotgun). Dave also provided us with a killer breakfast and lunch which were both accompanied by spectacular views at unique locations on the water that were second to none. Bottom line, if you want to see AND learn about Sitka and it's wonderful culture/history/ecology then Captain Dave and his vessel the Esther are the premiere choice for anyone who wants to see the real deal Alaska!

We had the most amazing day with Davey! We saw whales, puffin, sea otters, and more! The homemade…read morecookies were the best I had ever eaten and most importantly, Davey made sure that we got to do exactly what we had dreamed of doing. He was a pleasure to deal with and my whole family continued to rave about our day on Esther G Sea taxi.

I've been fishing with Wild Strawberry Lodge/Alaska Premier Charters, Inc. for 19 years. It's…read moreamazing to see that they get better and better every year! I don't know what they do better, fishing or amazing customer service.

I have fished many times in Alaska....WSL is right at the top, great fishing, wonderful customer…read moreservice from the time you arrive until they drop you off at the airport, every detail is taken care of and you lack for nothing..Capt Mike and fist mate Kat were over the top getting us on the fish everyday including one day where the seas looked like an adventure movie! Thank you WSL for a memorable experience!

Pretty well oiled machine, everything met my expectations, fishing, food, accommodations, great…read moreguides, owner was cool, Nicole, who ran the crew, is epic. This is my fourth year fishing Alaska in five years at all inclusives. Guess I've been lucky, haven't had a bad experience yet. This place is at the top.

My family and I did not stay at the Dove Island Lodge, but instead went for dinner. The service was…read moreimpeccable from the very start. We were picked up at the main dock in town, and took a very short boat ride to the island. We were greeted by two waiters who had hot towels and cocktails ready for us as we pulled in and escorted us to the dining cabin. The executive chef came out to greet us, all by name, and asked us if we had any dietary restrictions. He was prepared to make anything from raw, palio, vegan, vegeterian, etc. The dinner was delicious! The whole experience was very personalized and relaxing. I would highly recommend to treat yourself to a dinner or stay for a special occasion!

My wife and I had a stop on a cruise ship in Sitka for the afternoon. We lucked out and got on to…read morecaptain Jaren's guide boat just as we got dropped off in town. Super cool local guide! Traded hunting stories while going to view whales, eagles, sea lions, and a light house that the wife loved. Jaren even shared some of his black tail venison snacks. A great highlight to our Alaska trip. I'm all about supporting local small businesses. Great little outfit.

Amazing experience with our captain! Jaren and his brother are very professional and very…read moreknowledgeable. We felt safe and comfortable. It was a great way to explore without the cruise crowd and he made us feel special.

Tyler was incredible. Whole experience was amazing. Can't speak highly enough about our experience.read more

Our group annually fishes Sitka - we have now for twelve years. We have tried several other…read moreoutfitters and are set on Islandview as our favorite. Whether it's your first or tenth trip - Islandview covers everything with class and expertise. We also prefer fishing with our own poles versus taking turns with downriggers. Location is the best - staff is wonderful. Heading back again this summer - our group of six always rebook immediately. I have other friends that want to go but with the experience our group has - I am not sure we will ever have an opening! Great work Islandview Team!

What a wonderful time! My husband connected with Mike Boles for a one day private charter…read moreexperience while in Port in Sitka Alaska. He wasn't available so he set us up with Captain Aedon and deckhand brother Zander. Aedon picked us up on time with a smile and wonderful spirit. Aedon put us on the fishing spots to catch four King Salmon, one we were able to keep and ship home, one that was too small to keep, and two that I was unable to land :-(. We also caught a large Lingcod and a couple others smaller ones. Captain Aedon and Zander were both open to share so much information about their fishing techniques and the Sitka culture. Amanda from Sitka Point Lodge was excellent as well. She contacted us the day of the charter to get copies of our fishing licenses so she could print them and give them to Captain Aedon with our delicious Sandwiches. Chips, and cookies. We were also provided sodas and waters. She also asked us if we needed rain gear and deck boots. After our trip, Amanda communicated with me to organize the least expensive way to deliver our catch and a couple extras. She went above and beyond to get our fish to us in one day on Alaskan Air Cargo for a reasonable price. What a wonderful experience! Thanks for all the care from the first call to eating our catch im our home kitchen in Southern California.

Went out the other day with friends and it was epic. Mike and Bryce were fun, friendly, and…read moreprofessional. We had different levels of experience in our group and they were great about giving the right amount of help and guidance to each person. The boat was clean and comfortable. They provided drinks, snacks, and lunch. They pointed out whales and sharks, just an all around great experience.

My family and I was on an alaskian cruise on a vacation. We were passing by this science center…read more The cost was about $2 a person. There is alot of hand on experiences. Touching the sea creatures like starfishes, hermit crabs and sea amenities. Great experience for all ages

Honestly, it's better for families with young children. The main attraction is the touch tanks full…read moreof sea stars, sea anemones & urchins, sea cucumbers, sea snails, and more. They advise you to use a short & gentle 2 finger touch. I didn't touch any of them. Lol! I was just happy to see these colorful creatures walking all over their tank. As you enter, you'll see a large orca skeleton hanging over the tanks. I didn't get a picture of it, but you can see it in the reflection off the touch tanks in some of the videos. I enjoyed seeing the grouchy looking sculpin, as well as the sweet wolf eel named Wanda. She's actually quite adorable until she shows her teeth. What's interesting is that she's not really an eel. She's a fish. She came out of her home to greet me. How sweet! It was also cool to see the colorful rockfish. There's more, but I won't ruin it for you. We didn't get to see the salmon hatchery. We were too early for salmon spawning season. It's a better value to wait until the summer months to see it. The admission price was higher than what has previously been mentioned in reviews. It didn't come with a tour. They offer a behind the scenes tour for an additional charge. The proceeds help to maintain the facilities and programs. Would I visit the aquarium again? Probably not. It's a one-time experience for me. There's a gift shop next door that also houses Ludvig's Chowder Cart. The buildings are located on Sage Beach near the Sea Walk trail. It's a beautiful area!

Awesome haircut, thanks The location was great, comfortable…read moresetting. Next time will try the tanning option.

Was able to do a walk in appointment, she did an awesome job on my hair, and was really nice. Loved…read morethe products I also purchased after my hair was done.