Rare Coral Posted July 23 #1 Share Posted July 23 Not all the info is released yet. Here is what I have. 2026AlaskaReferenceFlyer.pdfAlaskaAtAGlanceFlyer2026.pdf 5 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted July 23 Author #2 Share Posted July 23 Video: Alaska_OFS_2026_download.mp4 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HaveDogWillTravel Posted July 23 #3 Share Posted July 23 Thank you so much! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted July 23 Author #4 Share Posted July 23 (edited) Here is a link to the video on Youtube (BTW - it is NOT on sale yet): Edited July 23 by Coral 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Italy52 Posted July 23 #5 Share Posted July 23 @Coral, thanks a million. Really appreciate you passing the information along. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare sunviking90 Posted July 24 #6 Share Posted July 24 Thank you @Coral 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted July 24 #7 Share Posted July 24 We've done 2 "regular" round trip cruises to Alaska (10 day and 12 day), 2 Connoisseur cruise tours to Alaska (13 day and 15 day), and did a 7 week camping trip from Northern California up to Fairbanks and back. I'd love to do another Alaska cruise but I don't think I can get my wife onboard with the idea. Far too many other places we have yet to visit. "Maybe" I can work on her for 2026 though... 😉 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted July 24 Author #8 Share Posted July 24 4 minutes ago, Thrak said: We've done 2 "regular" round trip cruises to Alaska (10 day and 12 day), 2 Connoisseur cruise tours to Alaska (13 day and 15 day), and did a 7 week camping trip from Northern California up to Fairbanks and back. I'd love to do another Alaska cruise but I don't think I can get my wife onboard with the idea. Far too many other places we have yet to visit. "Maybe" I can work on her for 2026 though... 😉 All I have to hear is "90 degree or higher temp" and I am willing to go to Alaska in a heart beat. 4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLAlaska Posted July 24 #9 Share Posted July 24 Thank you!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Italy52 Posted July 24 #10 Share Posted July 24 21 minutes ago, Coral said: All I have to hear is "90 degree or higher temp" and I am willing to go to Alaska in a heart beat. We are at 108 as I type this message. August 10th to Alaska is sounding soooooooooooooo good right now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted July 24 Author #11 Share Posted July 24 (edited) 31 minutes ago, Italy52 said: We are at 108 as I type this message. August 10th to Alaska is sounding soooooooooooooo good right now. I completely understand. I recently spent 2 weekends in my house (no grocery shopping, etc..) as I didn't want to go out in similar heat. We had cool temps the past few days of 80's but are back in the 90's for the next 10 days. I have a friend who is in Utah and always has those high temps in the summer - I just tell him it is a dry heat and that is completely different from those of us with humidity 🙂 I don't think he believes me!!! Enjoy Alaska! Edited July 24 by Coral 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted July 24 #12 Share Posted July 24 1 hour ago, Thrak said: I'd love to do another Alaska cruise but I don't think I can get my wife onboard with the idea. Far too many other places we have yet to visit We are with your wife, after 5 Alaska cruises/trips over the years we are done with Alaska. Now, the Med we do almost every year! 😊 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted July 24 #13 Share Posted July 24 5 hours ago, Coral said: All I have to hear is "90 degree or higher temp" and I am willing to go to Alaska in a heart beat. We're looking forward to a couple of days forecast soon of 97° and 98° Definitely much cooler. It's been 106° and 108° the last couple of days. Lots of places hotter than it is here. It was 90° at midnight the other night but we kill the AC at 10:00 PM and open the windows no matter the temperature. We run the ceiling fan in the bedroom at night. I generally wake up around 5:30 AM and turn on the whole house fan and go back to bed. It seems hot but when I was a kid pretty much nobody had AC. We had a swamp cooler and cars didn't have AC. We managed to survive so we actually have it much easier these days with AC during the day. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffa30 Posted July 24 #14 Share Posted July 24 Thank you Coral for your ongoing service in giving us the information. Intrigued to find out what Star Princess is doing between its last currently published Caribbean itinerary ending 28 March 2026 and its first Alaska cruise on 3 May. Probably not enough time to round South America so must be transiting the Panama Canal 🤔 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Teeara Posted July 24 #15 Share Posted July 24 10 hours ago, Coral said: Not all the info is released yet. Here is what I have. 2026AlaskaReferenceFlyer.pdf 799.65 kB · 81 downloads AlaskaAtAGlanceFlyer2026.pdf 4.9 MB · 58 downloads Thank you so much! We want to do that 20 day RT out of San Francisco and will definitely be booking it. We did an Alaska cruise in 2008 and then in 2021 we did a 6 day road trip from Anchorage to Fairbanks and both were fantastic. So excited! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Teeara Posted July 24 #16 Share Posted July 24 Question: I'm a lowly Ruby (only 3 sailings). When will I be able to book? Do I have to wait until Friday or next week? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HaveDogWillTravel Posted July 24 #17 Share Posted July 24 7 hours ago, Thrak said: We're looking forward to a couple of days forecast soon of 97° and 98° Definitely much cooler. It's been 106° and 108° the last couple of days. Lots of places hotter than it is here. It was 90° at midnight the other night but we kill the AC at 10:00 PM and open the windows no matter the temperature. We run the ceiling fan in the bedroom at night. I generally wake up around 5:30 AM and turn on the whole house fan and go back to bed. It seems hot but when I was a kid pretty much nobody had AC. We had a swamp cooler and cars didn't have AC. We managed to survive so we actually have it much easier these days with AC during the day. You are way tougher than me my friend. I am impressed. Our daytimes are topping 108 and our nights are not getting below 75. Ughh. We installed 29 huge solar panels a few years back, best decision ever. I run my AC and my bill might be $20 on a bad month. But I’ve enough credit from returned energy on good months to cover it. I am really looking forward to this weekend’s lower temps and then I do exactly what you do with opening the house and using the whole house fan. I am so jealous of @Cruise Raideras she’s been texting me about the sailing she’s on right now in Alaska. I really just need to always book a couple of RT SF sailings to Alaska in July/August to get out of the heat every year. Lord knows we don’t get any work in the yard or on the house done in those months! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted July 24 #18 Share Posted July 24 July 24, 2024 9:30 AM EDT Princess Cruises Reveals Epic 2026 Alaska Season Newest Ship - Star Princess - 1 of 8 Ships Headlining 2026 Alaska Season FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, the leading cruise line in Alaska, today unveiled its biggest-ever Alaska season for 2026, highlighted by the debut of the newest ship in its fleet, Star Princess. The exciting, expanded Alaska program for 2026 features eight ships, 180 departures, and 19 destinations, providing travelers with an unparalleled selection of Alaska adventures by sea, or by both land and sea. For the first time, guests will have the opportunity to explore Alaska aboard a Sphere Class ship as Star Princess sails her first summer season in the Great Land, offering unparalleled views of glaciers and wildlife. As the second ship in the Sphere Class following Sun Princess, Star Princess launches in fall 2025 and promises an elevated cruising experience. A true engineering marvel and a global citizen, this ship features innovative architectural spectacles like The Dome, the industry's first geodesic structure, and The Sphere, a suspended glass Piazza. Additionally, it is celebrated, along with sister ship Sun Princess, as the greatest foodie destination at sea, promising to tantalize taste buds with world-class culinary offerings. Bookings open August 1 with the "Better Than Best Price Guarantee" offering the best rates and 120% of the price difference as onboard credit if a lower rate is found before final payment. This promotion ends September 2, 2024 with full details here. "2026 will reinforce Princess' leadership in Alaska vacations. The deployment of the magnificent Star Princess to Alaska for the first time will offer guests unprecedented views, luxurious accommodations, and the finest food, beverages and entertainment ever seen in the Great Land. Our guests will experience Alaska like never before aboard our innovative Sphere Class ship," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. "Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Princess is the ultimate choice for luxury and adventure, with awe-inspiring glaciers, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and the freshest seafood imaginable." Highlights for Alaska in 2026 include: Eight Ships Sailing Alaska in 2026 For 2026, guests can choose from 180 departures from five convenient ports aboard eight incredible ships, including the new Star Princess. Options include: Voyage of the Glaciers: Discovery Princess, Grand Princess, Coral Princess, and Island Princess will offer seven-day journeys to experience the breathtaking views of two Alaska glaciers—and Princess has more visits to Glacier Bay National Park than any other cruise line. Can't get enough? These itineraries are combinable for adventure-seekers, nature enjoyers and Alaska lovers to indulge in a 14-day Voyage of the Glaciers Grand Adventure. Inside Passage: Guests can enjoy seven- to 20-day cruises and up to four glacier-viewing experiences when they sail the Inside Passage and visit the highest-rated Alaska destinations and lesser-known gems from convenient homeports including weekend departures from Seattle (Royal Princess and Star Princess), San Francisco (Ruby Princess), Vancouver, B.C. (Emerald Princess), and Los Angeles (Emerald Princess). Longer Sailings: Guests who want to spend more time with Princess this Alaska season can opt for a 20-day Ultimate Alaska Solstice on Ruby Princess sailing roundtrip from San Francisco, and a 16-day Inside Passage on Emerald Princess roundtrip from Los Angeles. Adventures Ashore Princess gives guests the chance to expand their cruise experience with exciting and authentic shore excursions at their ports of call. From "Cook My Catch" fishing for dinner, flying on a helicopter through mountainous views, watching breaching whales, and more, guests have a plethora of exciting excursions to choose from. Award-Winning, Onboard Activities with "North to Alaska with Princess" Program The award-winning "North to Alaska with Princess" program enriches each Alaska cruise with cultural and educational activities, including naturalist talks, a planetarium Northern Lights experience, and a deliciously fresh local Alaska seafood menu. In addition, the popular Junior Ranger program for young cruisers, ensures guests of all ages enjoy their Alaska cruise as they explore the Great Land's rich history. Cruisetours – Cruise, Rail and Lodge in Interior of Alaska Combining a cruise with a land tour is a great way to maximize an Alaska vacation, including the chance to visit Denali National Park and beyond. The 2026 season includes more than 20 cruisetour options. One highlight is the 15-night National Parks Tour, perfect for those who want to seamlessly get their National Parks Passport stamped. Guests will adventure to five of Alaska's most breathtaking parks including Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell-St. Elias, Kenai Fjords National Park, and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway. This experience combines a seven-day cruise, scenic rail travel, with eight nights ashore, including stays at four Princess-owned wilderness lodges. Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com. About Princess Cruises Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award- winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruis'n Twosome Posted July 24 #19 Share Posted July 24 Thank you LACruiser88 for posting this notice. So, bookings open August 1. What is the date for elites? Appreciate any info. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDVM96 Posted July 24 #20 Share Posted July 24 (edited) What about the announced extended cruises including Kodiak Island? No word about it. But this link does exist: https://www.princess.com/ports-excursions/kodiak-alaska-excursions/kodiak-sightseeing-and-wildlife-cruise/ ⁉️ Edited July 24 by EDVM96 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PacnGoNow Posted July 24 #21 Share Posted July 24 Thanks for posting! I hope all the ones who’ve been asking…see this! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melcort10 Posted July 24 #22 Share Posted July 24 Thank you! I have been not so patiently waiting! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melcort10 Posted July 24 #23 Share Posted July 24 Any idea when the actual itineraries might get posted? The website is all still 2025. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HaveDogWillTravel Posted July 24 #24 Share Posted July 24 2 minutes ago, Melcort10 said: Any idea when the actual itineraries might get posted? The website is all still 2025. This was posted yesterday. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/3019954-alaska-2026/#comment-67684786 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melcort10 Posted July 24 #25 Share Posted July 24 Thank you so much! I have been not so patiently waiting. Now I finally get to figure out which ship we want to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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