Alaska

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With records smashed, is Alaska ready for even more ships in 2020?

The record summer Alaska cruise season is drawing to a close. But already, the beautiful but sensitive region is gearing up for six per cent growth in 2020. It will be the fifth straight year […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 26 2019
Destinations
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Alaska faces overtourism test as 1.3 million arrive by ship

The Ruby Princess docked to much fanfare in Juneau harbour last Sunday, kicking off the biggest season ever in Alaskan waters and a major trial for the cruise industry’s ability to prove themselves good “environmental […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . May 2 2019
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Tips & Advice

A visual guide to Alaska’s ports

It’s one of the most breathtaking destinations in the world – a cruise sailing around Alaska is an enriching experience, filled with nature, wildlife and culture. Princess Cruises celebrates 50 years of Alaska this year, […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 5 2019
Destinations
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Tips & Advice

Experience Alaska’s awe-inspiring land at a Princess lodge

Few people visit Alaska without spending some time at Denali National Park, and with good reason, writes Teresa Ooi. Denali Denali National Park and Preserve, in the centre of the Alaska Range, encompasses six million […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Mar 29 2019
Accommodation
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Tips & Advice

What to pack on a cruise to Alaska

An Alaskan journey has specific packing requirements, and Jocelyn Pride has the lowdown. Leave the stilettos at home, Alaska is all about exploring the great outdoors in comfort. Follow these tips and be prepared for […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 15 2019
First Timers
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Tips & Advice

Meet the locals: top 6 animals to look out for in Alaska

Twice the size of Texas, with more wildlife than people, Alaska overflows with superlatives. It’s one of the greatest places on Earth to be in such close proximity to such an array of animals. You […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Mar 8 2019
Shore Excursions
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News

Alaska one of the fastest growing cruise destinations this year

Alaska is shaping up to be the hot cruise destination of 2019, estimated to attract more than 1.3 million passengers this year. That’s 175,000 more visitors than last year. Australians love Alaska. We’re the fifth […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Feb 7 2019
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Seabourn introduces new pre and post cruise Alaskan itineraries

Seabourn, has revealed a new pre-cruise itinerary for guests to explore western Canada during the upcoming 2019 season in Alaska and British Columbia through the UNESCO Banff National Park & Rocky Mountaineer Seabourn Journeys package. Guests will see […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Nov 13 2018
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Destinations

The bear essentials: the best Alaskan shore excursions

Alaska can be overwhelming (in the nicest possible way). To get the most out of an Inside Passage cruise you need to get off the beaten track and explore. Jocelyn Pride has some suggestions to […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Apr 19 2018
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Destinations

7 of the best winter cruise destinations

Cruising in the northern hemisphere is one of the best and most affordable ways to follow the sun and see some amazing destinations. But there are also some warmly inviting options closer to home. Bernadette […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Mar 28 2018
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News

Norwegian Cruise Lines float out their latest and Alaskan bound ship, Norwegian Bliss

It’s just weeks away from the launch of Norwegian Cruise Lines’ latest ship, the Norwegian Bliss and she has emerged from the building dock in Germany. Designed to sail around Alaska, she is now in […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Feb 22 2018
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News

Royal Princess heads to Alaska in 2019

Princess Cruises has today announced that Royal Princess will make her maiden voyage to Alaska in 2019. As the largest Princess ship to cruise Alaskan waters, the arrival of the 330 metre-long, 141,000 ton liner will mark 50 Years of Alaska […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Dec 5 2017
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