Alaska.org points to May through September as the best time for wildlife viewing, though you can spot some animals year-round ...

The cruise industry was already booming in Alaska, but some locals say its growth is putting a strain on the environment tourists come for.

Juneau recorded 1.2 million cruise ship tourists in 2022, 124,600 in 2021, 48 in 2020, and 1.33 million in 2019. The 2019 figure was the previous record.

We absolutely loved out 6 hour cruise, and it’s perfect for many visitors to Alaska. The Major Marine 2022 cruise schedule includes two daily departures for the 6 hour cruise, one at 8am and the ...

The state of Alaska broke its 2019 record for cruise ship tourism this summer, with Alaska’s capital city recording 1.65 million passengers this year, according to figures released Thursday at a ...

Freelance journalist Andrew Engelson looked at the cruise industry's impact on Southeast Alaska's environment and quality of life for Hakai magazine.

Aurora also offers two shorter expeditions in 2026: the 17-day Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights itinerary in August and ...

As winter traffic expands, Alaska's summer cruise numbers are also climbing. The state saw nearly 1.7 million cruise passengers in 2023, up from an estimated 1.2 million in 2022, ATIA said.

After a one-year pandemic pause and a limited season in 2021, cruises to Alaska resumed and surged in popularity in 2022. This year, an estimated 700,000 passengers will depart Seattle, Washington ...

If you're planning a bucket list trip to Alaska, we’ve selected the best Alaska cruises for every travel style, from the adventure-focused to the super luxurious.