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Holland America Extends Stay in Haines, Alaska for Independence Day Celebrations
If you’re sailing onboard Holland America’s ms Zaandam this July 1, you’re in for a treat! Our office received notification today from the cruise line that reads: In order for guests to enjoy a fireworks display, the call at Haines will … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Cruises, Ports, Travel News
Tagged 4th of July cruise, Fourth of July, Holland America, Independence Day
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Oceania Returns to Alaska in 2013
Oceania Regatta is coming back to Alaska in 2013 with fascinating itineraries to be experienced! Great news for the cities of Vancouver and Seattle as well. San Francisco will also see her in May next year. Click the image below … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Cruises, Announcements, Ports, Seattle, Travel News, Vancouver
Tagged 2013 cruises, Oceania 2013, Oceania Regatta, premium cruise
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Disney Returns to Alaska in 2013
The Disney Wonder will sail one week roundtrips from Vancouver on Mondays in 2013, repeating her summer cruise itinerary from 2011 (featuring Tracy Arm & Sawyer Glacier). This is huge news and quite a coup for the Port of Vancouver … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Cruises, Announcements, Travel News, Vancouver
Tagged Disney Wonder, port of Vancouver
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Eating Healthy Aboard Celebrity Cruises
I came across a blog yesterday CanYouStayForDinner.com where the author wrote about her favourite experience aboard the Celebrity Silhouette – the food (you must look at her photos!) She’s not only a foodie, but a healthy one now, too (she used to … Continue reading
Prepaid Gratuities Now Available with Princess!
If life wasn’t easy enough on a cruise ship, Princess just made it easier. Now, your dedicated Alaska Cruise Specialist can apply prepaid gratuities so it doesn’t contribute to your onboard account at the end of your vacation. How much … Continue reading
Bill Cosby instead of Juneau, Alaska
Have you heard? Bill Cosby will be performing live aboard the Norwegian Pearl for one night on July 24, 2011. The catch is the ship will be undergoing repairs in Seattle so there will be a delay, which means guests … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Cruises, Announcements, Travel News
Tagged Bill Cosby, Juneau, Pearl
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Smoking Policy by Cruise Line
If you’re a smoker and you’re cruising to Alaska next season aboard Princess, Holland America, or Carnival, you won’t be able to smoke in your stateroom. The cruise lines’ policy change was released on June 15, 2011 and comes into effect … Continue reading
Posted in Announcements, FAQ, For New Cruisers, Travel News
Tagged cruise line smoking policy, smoke, smoking
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Radiance of the Seas in Dry-dock
Wondering what is going on with Radiance’s current dry-dock? Massive upgrades in features and dining venues onboard, and a refurbishment of all staterooms too. Hugely elaborate stuff – can’t really see how they can do it in only about 3 … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Cruises, Announcements, Travel News
Tagged Radiance of the Seas, Royal Caribbean, Victoria
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Cruise Ship Hits Iceberg in Alaska – No injuries reported
Holland America’s ms Westerdam was involved in a collision with an iceberg on Tuesday, while scenic cruising through Yakutat Bay – location of the monumental Hubbard Glacier (the longest tidewater glacier in all of North America). According to the US … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Cruises, Travel News
Tagged allision, collision, Holland America, iceberg, ms Westerdam
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Parking Update for Port of Vancouver
Cruisepark announced on their website that they will not operate during the 2011 cruise season. It’s okay if you’ve booked with them though – all reservations will be refunded and you have other options. Our agents recommend Vinci Park Services. … Continue reading
Posted in Ports, Travel News, Vancouver
Tagged cruise parking, Cruisepark, Vancouver, Vinci Park Services
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