More than likely you’ve heard of the Aurora Borealis — those colorful ribbons of light that can awaken the black canvas of night with a dazzling show. But unless you’ve lived or visited the far north, in areas that lie within the latitudes 65 to 72 degrees, you’ve probably … [Read more...]
Alluring Alaska: Picture Perfect Alaska Cruise Travelogue
Cruising America's 'Great Land' could just be one of your life's greatest journeys. It was for me. By sea, it is nearly 850 miles from Seattle to Ketchikan, at the southern tip of the Alaskan Panhandle. Nearly a decade ago, I endured the journey by ship, and I was ready to do … [Read more...]
What Is Seabourn Doing Differently In Alaska?
Editor's note: Updated with additional information about Seabourn's Alaska cruises. For fans of ultra-luxury line Seabourn, it was a long time coming: The line has returned to sail the pristine waters of Alaska after an absence of 15 years from the region. This past … [Read more...]
Grab Your Gloves: The Arctic Circle Awaits
With port stops in charming, snow-topped, and naturally stunning spots like Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen, Norway – Akureyri, and Iceland, there are plenty of incredible sites to see in the Arctic. While the Arctic Circle is practically synonymous with snow, … [Read more...]
Cruise Specialists 30th Anniversary Alaskan Cruise
Cruise Specialists is celebrating a big milestone and we're inviting you to join us on our 30th Anniversary Alaska Cruise! We could throw a party, pop some bubbly and scribble on a sheet cake...but why would we do all the work when Holland America has a whole on board staff … [Read more...]