Q: I’m interested in taking the Glacier Bay Ferry Service from Juneau to Gustavus, and saw that in 2007 there were 2-for-1 specials for certain dates. Do such deals exist today? —Lloyd

A: I can see why you’re not finding answers: The only page I found about this service was for summer 2008. I’ve contacted the Glacier Bay Lodge, and they have apologized for the oversight on their website.

The good news: The Lodge is indeed operating the Glacier Bay Ferry from Gustavus to Juneau, roundtrip, every Friday and Sunday evening. The 2-for-1 deal on ferry passage (about an $80 savings) is available with the purchase of a 2-night stay at the Glacier Bay Lodge. (If you fly into Juneau instead—using Alaska Airlines or a local air taxi service—you can also get a 2-for-1 deal on a whale-watching day cruise, assuming you stay two midweek nights at Glacier Bay Lodge.)

Either way, this could be the best way to visit Glacier Bay if you’re not doing a full cruise vacation. While the park is hugely popular, access to this part of the state is limited to boat or plane. To book either of these deals, call Aramark’s Anchorage office at 907-264-4600 and ask them for the buy-one-get-one-free offer.