Cruise tourism continues to serve as a vital economic engine for Southeast Alaska, delivering substantial financial benefits, supporting local employment, and boosting community vitality. A comprehensive economic impact study commissioned by the Cruise Lines International Association and prepared by Oxford Read More …
Disney Cruise Line has officially signed a landmark fifteen-year agreement to continue visiting Icy Strait Point in Hoonah, Alaska. This long-term commitment strengthens a successful, decades-long partnership with Huna Totem Corporation, an Alaska Native urban corporation dedicated to sustainable economic Read More …
When travelers step aboard a cruise ship, they can feel confident knowing that the industry operates under some of the most rigorous public health oversight in the world. Recent reports involving the National Geographic Sea Bird—a smaller expedition vessel operated Read More …
Windstar Cruises is inviting travelers to secure their place in the wild beauty of the North by opening bookings for its 2028 Alaska season. Just as the new, 224-guest yacht Star Seeker begins its inaugural Alaskan journey, the cruise line Read More …
The new Star Princess, the second vessel in Princess Cruises’ Sphere-class series, is scheduled to debut its sailing season in Alaska next summer. This marks a significant event for both the ship and the popular cruise destination, introducing a new Read More …
New Royal Caribbean video just launched, “Creating Paradise: Royal Beach Club Water Ferries” highlight the water ferries that will offer quick and easy transport from port to destination when Royal Beach Club Paradise Island debuts this December.
When the Alaska season starts, Holland America Line guests will have a new majestic friend to take home as a souvenir. Eland the plush moose will be available for purchase starting in April on all six ships cruising in Alaska and at Read More …
Juneau, Alaska, a popular cruise ship destination, is contemplating regulating cruise ship visits due to concerns about over-tourism. The city is divided on the issue, with some residents welcoming the tourism-driven economic benefits and others expressing concerns about the negative Read More …
The 2024 cruise season officially kicked off last weekend at the Port of Seattle’s Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. The Port and local officials welcomed Norwegian Bliss for the first sailing of the 25th year of cruises between Seattle Read More …