6-Night Alaska Cruise on Crystal Symphony — Seward to Vancouver (Jul 18, 2026)

Royal Princess

Jul 18 – Jul 25, 2026

7 nights · from Seattle

ms Koningsdam

Jul 18 – Jul 25, 2026

7 nights · from Vancouver

Grand Princess

Jul 18 – Jul 25, 2026

7 nights · from Whittier

National Geographic Quest

Jul 18 – Jul 25, 2026

7 nights · from Sitka

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.

Ports

From Seward to Anchorage by Train: The Cruise Connection

Seward is the second cruise gateway to the Alaska interior — but unlike Whittier, the connection to Anchorage runs through the Kenai Peninsula on one of America's most scenic train rides.

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.