Mirena is a hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) that's inserted into the uterus for long-term contraception. Mirena prevents pregnancy for up to five years. Mirena is a hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) that can provide long-term birth control (contraception). The device is a T-shaped plastic frame that's inserted into the uterus, where it releases a type of the hormone progestin.
If you want to avoid the crowds and take advantage of lower prices, May, early June and September are the best times for an Alaska cruise. In May and early June the weather is drier; in September there are noticeably less mosquitoes than during the height of summer.
High Season. Alaskaâs high season -- the peak time for cruises -- takes place in July and August. Temperatures are warmest and the region sees more sunny days than other times of the year. Demand for cruise tickets tends to be very high, however, and small towns along the normal cruise circuits are packed with visitors.