Departure
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Arrival
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Duration
31 nights
Departing from
Tokyo, JPArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
Seven Seas Explorer
Cruise Line
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Tokyo is Japan's capital and a growing Asia-Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier (45 minutes south) or the Tokyo…
Live webcamMonday, April 27, 2026
Tokyo is Japan's capital and a growing Asia-Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier (45 minutes south) or the Tokyo…
Ships
Alaska's 2026 Cruise Newcomers: Virgin Voyages and Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Two cruise lines launch their first-ever Alaska season in 2026 — Virgin Voyages with Brilliant Lady (adults-only resort), Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection with Luminara (452-guest ultra-luxury). Same season, opposite ends.
Seasons
The 2026 Alaska Cruise Season Opens: First-Week Tracker Recap
Three ships, three stories. Noordam first into Ketchikan, Volendam off-script at Kodiak, Coral Princess opening Whittier. Week one of the 2026 Alaska cruise season.
Ports
Coral Princess Becomes First Cruise Ship of 2026 at Whittier
Coral Princess docked at Whittier on April 28, 2026 — the first cruise ship of the season — wrapping a 131-day world voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.
Explainers
Inside Passage vs Gulf of Alaska: Which Cruise Route Should You Take?
Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska are the two main Alaska cruise routes. Inside Passage is calmer and shorter; Gulf of Alaska adds Hubbard Glacier and routes you to Anchorage. Here's how to choose.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Small port town accessible via the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. Gateway to Prince William Sound.
Live webcamTuesday, May 5, 2026
North America's largest tidewater glacier at 76 miles long. Scenic cruising only — no docking.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Former capital of Russian Alaska. Rich in Tlingit and Russian heritage with stunning coastal scenery.
Live webcamThursday, May 7, 2026
The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
Live webcamFriday, May 8, 2026
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcam