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

Between food, fun, destinations, days at sea, and more food, there are many reasons why cruising may be the best vacation ...

During cruises through the park, rangers board the ships to offer commentary ... Aurora season – the best time to see the northern lights in Alaska – runs from mid-August to mid-April.

Learn about cruise payment schedules, different methods of paying for a cruise and the pros and cons of paying in full versus ...

Further afield, the most popular cruise destinations are Kodiak Island, Alaska ... some of the best expedition-size vessels, often able to navigate areas off limits to larger ships.

The pool deck at sunrise on board a Seabourn cruise ship Credit: Michel Verdure Seabourn also offers an unusual one-off, 29-day Alaska Autumn & Japan Foliage cruise (seabourn.com), departing ...

From new ships ... cruises ranging from wellness to gastronomy are reshaping how passengers engage with their journey, offering enriching and highly personalised experiences.” Alaska has become ...

Holland America Line has the perfect cruise for you. The 28-day Glaciers & Volcanoes: Alaska to Hawaii voyage might just be the best way to experience the two states in a single trip. In fact ...

Visitors can book a whale-watching boat trip to get up close. However, Bodega Head—part of Sonoma Coast State Park—is one of ...

The best cruise lines for seniors prioritize an adult-focused onboard experience and destination-intensive itineraries more ...

Big ship cruise lines such as Princess ... Visitors in May and June will “catch” the best availability of Alaska’s famous Copper River salmon in restaurants around the state. The fast, cold waters of ...