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Produced by The Cruise Show, the league table has the Arctic in third place, followed by the Antarctic Peninsula, the Black Sea, St Petersburg, Venice, the Mediterranean, the Corinth Canal and the Middle East.

Speaking on behalf of the organisation, cruise expert Jane Archer explained that the list highlights changing trends in the cruise sector.

"The fact that these destinations have become so popular is as much of an indication of how cruising has grown in numbers," she said.

"People are getting more adventurous but also you get more people who have cruised and are looking for somewhere away from the traditional places."

She went on to add that holidaymakers want "to find something other than the Caribbean and the Mediterranean".

Eight out of ten cruise lovers prefer ships carrying at least 1,000 passengers, according to a recent report from Carnival Cruises UK.



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The company's Alaska Cruisetour gives passengers the opportunity to enjoy a seven-night trip from Vancouver to the town of Whittier in the 49th state of the USA.

From here, Princess customers will then be able to take a train inland to the base of Mount McKinley in the company of local park rangers who will bring them up-to-speed on Alaska's history and nature.

Announcing the launch of the new package, Pieter van der Schee, head of brand marketing at Princess cruises, told Travel Weekly: "Princess' expertise in cruise holidays and land tours in the region has enabled us to put together a fascinating itinerary that will appeal to families of all ages at better value than ever before."

Princess Cruises was established back in the 1960s when the company's founder Stanley McDonald reached a deal to use Alaskan cruise liners for summer tours of Mexico during months when they would normally have lain dormant.

Written by Chris Smith

]]> http://www.iglucruise.com/news/princess-cruises-launches-new-alaska-cruise-package_a19487853 2009-12-01 Disney Cruise Line has announced that one of its ships will incorporate Alaskan voyages over a four-month season of seven-night sailings in the summer of 2011.

The company has unveiled a programme of cruises for 2011, revealing voyages that will take in the Mexican Riviera, including the Port of Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta.

Mediterranean cruises have also been re-introduced, with Disney Magic scheduled to sail from Barcelona through Italy, France and Spain, as well as northern Africa and the island nation of Malta.

Disney Cruise Line president Karl Holz expressed his excitement with the launch, saying an "incredible choice of itineraries" was coming into the market.

He added that these include "vacation options for every family - whether that's outdoor adventure in Alaska, the beauty and culture of Europe, folklore and pageantry of Mexico or tropical fun in the Caribbean".

"The unique advantage of Disney Cruise Line is that we offer a customised ship experience that brings families together," he said.

Written by Chris Smith.

]]> http://www.iglucruise.com/news/disney-cruise-line-to-feature-alaskan-voyages_a19362644 2009-09-15 Alaskan cruise, it has been claimed.

According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), holidaymakers currently have a wealth of ports, land options, special offers and itineraries to choose from.

Three Norwegian Cruise Line ships will be sailing to Alaska in the summer, each of which will offer seven-day breaks to the destination.

Meanwhile, Royal Caribbean Cruises will be embarking on its 20th consecutive Alaska season, with a range of different itineraries sailing from San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Seward and Vancouver.

Terry Dale, president and chief executive of the CLIA, commented: "The scope and beauty of Alaska is hard to imagine until you've seen it for yourself and there is no better or easier way to see it than by cruise ship."

Those visiting Alaska this month may be able to catch the Monty Python-based musical Spamalot at the Alaska Centre for the Performing Arts.

Written by Mike Cotgreave

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The new express tours enable passengers to see more of the state by combining a week-long cruise with excursions inland and overnight stays in Talkeetna and Anchorage.

Explaining what the tours entail, Richard D Meadows, executive vice president of marketing, sales and guest programmes at the cruise line, said: "The express tours are for our guests who don't have enough time to do a full CruiseTour but still want to experience Alaska's interior."

He added that the tours offered exceptional value and would give guests a taste of Alaska's vastness and scenic beauty.

Holland America Line has been offering cruises to Alaska for more than 60 years, with a range of exciting itineraries available.

Other destinations served by the cruise line include the Panama Canal, Mexico and the Caribbean.

Written by Fiona Mayers


]]> http://www.iglucruise.com/news/holland-america-line-announces-new-alaska-tours_a18861468 2008-11-05 Holland America Line is looking to offer its passengers an in depth experience on its 2008 Alaskan cruises by means of Alaskan Travel Guides.

Created in conjunction with the Alaska Native Heritage Centre, the guides will sail onboard Holland America Line vessels this year and will provide passengers with information on their surroundings from local experts.

Holidaymakers will be able to learn about local culture, history and art in addition to flora and fauna from the guides, who will give a number of presentations throughout the cruise on subjects from the gold rush to glaciers.

"Our guests visiting Glacier Bay will enjoy having an Alaska native guide on board the full cruise to provide another perspective on the land they're visiting," Richard D Meadows, executive vice-president of marketing, sales and guest relations, observed.

Travellers wishing to take home an original souvenir can also purchase a piece of artwork from the Alaska Natives during the course of the cruise.

Written by Sarah Blacow


]]> http://www.iglucruise.com/news/native-approach-to-cruising-with-holland-america_a18632329 2008-06-10 Royal Caribbean Cruises has announced a series of cruisetours to wilderness areas on Alaskan cruises in 2009.

According to the cruise line, passengers can select from ten different itineraries which offer seven to 15-night cruises in the region.

On Alaskan cruise, cruisers can take cruisetours to inland areas when they travel on Rhapsody of the Seas, Radiance of the Seas and Serenade of the Seas.

"Royal Caribbean is the premier cruise line for active vacationers to discover Alaska. Our cruisetours take our guests' experience to the next level and make a Royal Caribbean Alaska vacation truly memorable," Alice Norsworthy, Senior Vice-President of Marketing at the cruise line, commented.

Cruisetour options range from three to seven nights and visit Seward, Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali and Fairbanks.

Itineraries include a train-ride to Vancouver and Whistler and calls to Icy Strait Point - the only wilderness port of call in Alaska - home to the world's longest zip line of 5,330 feet in length.


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Carnival Cruises is offering a seven-night Last Frontier cruise from Anchorage to Vancouver aboard Carnival Spirit in a trip which the cruise line claims will "delight guests of all ages".

Themed excursions will allow cruisers to take part in traditional gold-panning activities as well as dog-sled rides and canoe safaris.

"After a day of cruising the Lynn Canal you will arrive in Ketchikan, renowned for its locally caught salmon. Carnival Spirit then sails through the Inside Passage, one of the world's best vantage points for whales, sea lions, puffins, otters, deer, moose, bears and eagles," Carnival Cruises reveals.

The ship will also pay a visit to Skagway which is an historic gold rush town featuring traditional saloons and architecture dating back to the 1900s.

Carnival Spirit features a two-level promenade and also makes trips to Hawaii and the Mexican Riviera.
]]> http://www.iglucruise.com/news/golden-alaska-adventure-with-carnival-cruises_a18364678 2007-11-21 Princess Cruises holiday will no doubt have their own favourite shore excursion.

However, an official survey of Princess Cruises passengers has revealed the top sightseeing spots in Juneau, Ketchikan, Seattle, Sitka, Skagway, Vancouver, Victoria and Whittier.

Fans of cruise holidays aboard the Caribbean Princess and her sister ships voted for excursions such as the Glacier and Dog Sled Adventure by Helicopter in Juneau, Exclusive Alaska Fishing and Wilderness Dining in Ketchikan and the Otter and Wildlife Quest in Sitka.

"We had so much wonderful feedback from customers this year that we had a tough time narrowing down our winners," commented Charlie Ball, President of Princess Tours.

Other top getaways for Princess Cruises passengers included the Glacier Lake Kayak and Scenic Railway and Klondike Rock Climbing and Rappelling in Skagway as well as the Vancouver Lookout and Scenic Trolley in Vancouver and the Enchanting Butchart Gardens in Victoria.
]]> http://www.iglucruise.com/news/princess-passengers-reveal-top-alaska-excursions_a18282096 2007-09-17 Princess Cruises this summer season, offering passengers the opportunity to explore the northern wilds from the luxurious vantage point of one of the designated vessels.

A new Connoisseur package will be trialled with the Tahitian Princess, which joins the usual fleet for the first time, aiming to give travellers a longer-lasting, more in-depth perspective on Alaska.

Connoisseur routes are targeted at returning visitors eager to discover the treasures they missed first time round.

The hidden wonders of Alaska become more precious with every passing year, as the melting of the glaciers and icecaps progresses.

Featured attractions will include glimpses of the brown bears of Kodiak, viewing Valdez, and spotting exotic wildlife at Seward.

"We're offering travellers the chance to explore many of the hidden gems of this region they don't often get the opportunity to explore," said Princess President Charlie Ball.

Meanwhile, the other four, larger vessels will enable explorers to see the glaciers and Inner Passage in the company of up to 2,700 fellow passengers who have chosen Princess Cruises.


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