Which city is known as the Gateway to Alaska, Rainy City and Emerald City?
Correct answer: Seattle
Aziraphale
in the 19th century it was the last good place to buy provisions for fortune seekers heading to Alaska during its Golf Rush. that's where the gateway nickname comes from. There are cruise ships to Alaska nowadays, but not ferries. The Alaska ferry departs from Bellingham WA, about 85 miles farther north.
Clidge
It’s my guess Seattle is promoted as the gateway to Alaska because many take the ferry to Alaska bypassing the long drive through Canada. Many cruise lines going to Alaska also depart from Seattle.