September is one of the most rewarding months to experience Alaska’s wildlife tours and boat trips, with crisp air and active animals putting on a spectacular show. As summer winds down, Alaska’s ...

Cruise vacations are more popular than ever, and affordable cruises are getting harder to find – especially for beloved ...

The Oceania Riviera sailing through Alaska. From the front row of the whale-watching boat, I could already see the fluke of a gray whale’s tail in the distance. I’m from Alaska originally, and I’ve ...

Ever since moving to Alaska decades ago, friends and relatives call or write to have me help them plan their trip. That often includes crashing on our couch and picking them up from their midnight ...

Why it matters: AI services simplify planning for Alaska’s complex routes, offering tailored schedules that fit travelers’ goals and conditions. What’s new: Tools like DestinAI and NotebookLM process ...

Kayak to a glacier or paddle a canoe while looking for bears snacking along the shore and birds flying overhead. Check out the puffins, the sea otters, harbor seals and more. Scoop glacial ice for ...

There’s a saying on the internet that I’ve always loved: “Normal is just a setting on the dryer.” Usually, the cartoon accompanying it is a mom sharing this wisdom with a child who is afraid she’s not ...

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Holland America and Princess Cruises announced pauses on planned sailings in Alaska waters in response to health guidelines established since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The ...

With 629 staterooms, Riviera is an ideal size—large enough to have lots of amenities but small enough to never feel too crowded. Excellent restaurants, including a steakhouse and venues doing French, ...