Cunard has announced it will be extending its suspension period, until July for the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Victoria, and until September for the Queen Elizabeth. For the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Victoria, the line announced it will be cancelling all sailings that were due to depart before and up to, 31 July. For the Queen Elizabeth, she was … Read more
Two of the biggest players in the Alaska cruise season have cancelled the start of the season, leaving Alaska tourism reeling. Princess Cruises and Holland America Line cancelled most of their Alaska sailings this summer and also closed their lodges, motor coaches and trains. Holland America operates the McKinley Chalet Resort, McKinley Explorer rail cars … Read more
Last week, we reported the great debate between the two iconic lines offering Alaska cruises: Holland America Line and Princess Cruises. We covered their fleets, cruise itineraries and on board offerings. This week, we look into what they offer on shore: land tour itineraries, rail experiences, shore excursions and their lodges. The comparison is inspired … Read more
Next year is set to be the year of the Alaskan cruise. New piers, restaurants, zip lines, bear-viewing platforms and gondolas are all on offer. The number of Alaska cruise ship passengers will break new records in 2020 for the fifth consecutive year, with Cruise Lines International Association Alaska suggesting at least 1.44 million cruise … Read more
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 Alaska breaks records. But is the region ready? Alaska is expecting 1.44 million cruise passengers – twice the local population. … Read more
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 stewards”. Some 1.3 million passengers – 37,000 of them from Australia – will sail the Fjords and take the shore … Read more
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, and the line first cruised to the Great Land on June 3, 1969 when Princess Italia carried 525 guests through the … Read more
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 acres of wild terrain where you can hike, cycle or take a tour to spot wild animals including moose, caribou, … Read more
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 weather conditions that can change as fast as the flick of a whale’s fluke. Feet first Your shoes need to … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
