9-Night Alaska Cruise on Star Princess — Vancouver to Seattle (Apr 30, 2027)

Azamara Quest

Apr 30 – May 17, 2027

17 nights · from Tokyo

Carnival Spirit

Apr 29 – May 6, 2027

7 nights · from Seattle

Royal Princess

May 1 – May 8, 2027

7 nights · from Seattle

ms Koningsdam

May 1 – May 8, 2027

7 nights · from Vancouver

Explainers

Shore Power in Alaska: How Cruise Ships Plug In and Why It Only Works Sometimes

Princess plugged in at Juneau in 2001 — the first cruise ship shore-power connection in the world. 25 years later the Alaska grid still can't always supply it. Here's why.

Ports

Áak'w Landing: Juneau's Fifth Cruise Dock and the Indigenous Corporation Building It

Juneau's tidelands lease for Áak'w Landing was finalized April 2026. Construction starts summer 2027. Opens for the 2028 season. Built by Huna Totem, the Tlingit corporation behind Icy Strait Point.

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.

Explainers

Juneau's 2026 Cruise Passenger Caps: 16,000 Weekdays, 12,000 Saturdays

Juneau's first year under formal cruise passenger caps started with Eurodam on April 27, 2026. Here's what the 16,000 / 12,000 daily limits mean for your sailing.