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Alaskan Dream Cruises return in 2023
Indigenous- and family-owned operator offers six-day cruise over Fourth of July holiday.
Owned by an Alaska Native Tlingit family, Alaskan Dream Cruises knows exactly how to show other families a good time in the Great Land’s Inside Passage. The small-ship cruise line is thrilled to bring back the True Alaskan Family Cruise in 2023, an itinerary that hasn’t been offered since 2018.
“When an opportunity presented itself to include this itinerary in our 2023 line-up, we jumped at the chance. This has all the elements of an amazing family cruise experience — a 5-night, 6-day duration, July 1st start date when most schools around the country are out, an opportunity to experience 4th of July celebrations in a small coastal town, and most importantly, wildlife, a stunning tidewater glacier, kayaking and more,” Alaskan Dream Cruises spokesperson Zak Kirkpatrick said. “Families will never forget the fun memories they’ll make on this expedition.”
The six-day family adventure of a lifetime departs from Juneau, the state capital, on July 1 aboard the 49-passenger Admiralty Dream. Opening with an Alaska-style feast and beach bonfire at the company’s Orca Point Lodge, before cruising through the scenic and pristine Tracy Arm and into the communities of Petersburg and Wrangell in time for Independence Day events and fireworks, the itinerary spends an equal amount of time sailing through stunning glacial fjords and remote bays, perfect for exploration by kayak and skiff. Guests can expect ample wildlife viewing and hiking opportunities as well.
The True Alaskan Family Cruise is geared toward multi-generational groups and families and will feature onboard youth expedition leaders who lead activities, exploration and educational programs about Alaska. Young travelers will be provided a custom Adventure Guidebook, in a quest to “become a True Alaskan.” All guests will also have the chance to brave the frigid Alaska waters and become a member of the prestigious Killer Whale Club.
The cruise ends in Sitka, the homeport of Alaskan Dream Cruises. Fares start at $2,895 per person, with two opportunities for families to travel at a discount. For families who book a third or fourth guest in their stateroom, the fare is reduced by 25 percent for additional travelers. Families who book a second stateroom can expect a 50 percent discount on the second room if it is of equal or lesser value.
Cruise fares are per person based on double occupancy and include accommodations on the ship, all meals during the sailing, scheduled shore excursions, airport transfers, use of recreational equipment, a complimentary glass of wine or beer with dinner and exceptional onboard services. All alcoholic beverages are included with Deluxe and Suite bookings. Itinerary details can be found online at www.alaskandreamcruises.com.
About Alaskan Dream Cruises
With nearly 50 years of experience in the region, Alaskan Dream Cruises is uniquely qualified to deliver an immersive, culturally focused vacation. The cruise line offers a casual expedition atmosphere and a local’s view of Alaska’s Inside Passage. Members of the Alaska Native Tlingit clan, the Allen family, launched the company in 2011, instilling authentic cultural exploration into every itinerary. The Sitka-based Allen family also founded Allen Marine, Inc., a boat building company, in 1967, and Allen Marine Tours, which offers day cruise tours to travelers in Alaska’s Inside Passage. For more information, please visit www.alaskandreamcruises.com.