Odyssey, Alaska Glaciers, Fjords & Inside Passage ex Vancouver Roundtrip – 01 Jul 2022

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At Seabourn, we are passionate about travel. We believe that traveling for pleasure has a redemptive power that enriches people’s lives. And we believe that people should travel well.

Cruising on a Seabourn ship is unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed — elegant, yet casual — sumptuous, yet understated. Our intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, sailing to the heart of landmark cities, as well as to hidden gems where larger vessels cannot follow.

Our ships attract interesting people, who seek to share experiences beyond the expected in places beyond the ordinary. Our acclaimed staff offers a unique style of heartfelt hospitality that is sincere, thoughtful and personal.

Seabourn pioneered small-ship, ultra-luxury cruising, and continues to represent the pinnacle of that unique style of travel. Our fleet of intimate, all-suite ships, carrying between 458 and 600 guests each, sail to the world’s most desirable destinations at their peak seasons. On board, guests are served by an award-winning crew numbering nearly as many as the guests, hand-picked and extensively trained to deliver Seabourn’s signature style of thoughtful, personalized and heartfelt hospitality. Seabourn’s ships attract accomplished people who enjoy traveling well, and sharing fun and adventures with other interesting people. A great many of them have found the Seabourn cruise experience to be their preferred method of travel, and return regularly to sail with us again and again. We would welcome the opportunity to explore whether that might be true for you.

In 2009, Seabourn again raised the bar with the debut of Seabourn Odyssey, hailed as “a game-changer for the ultra-luxury segment.” Although larger than the original Seabourn sisters, Seabourn Odyssey carries just 458 guests and offers a wealth of amenities made possible by the highest ratio of space per guest in the cruise industry, including the largest spa on any luxury ship and generous private verandas on 90 percent of her suites. Seabourn Odyssey has since been joined by two identical sisters, Seabourn Sojourn in 2010 and Seabourn Quest in 2011. Our first 600-passenger ship, Seabourn Encore, was delivered in 2016 and a second 600-passenger ship, Seabourn Ovation, was delivered Spring 2018.

Our expanded fleet allows us to offer the award-winning Seabourn experience to more travelers, in more cruising regions than ever before. No matter where in our wide world you want to travel, we offer you the opportunity to see it all in perfect elegance and ease — to travel well — aboard the best small ships in the world.

The Seabourn Difference

** Intimate ships with a private club atmosphere ** Intuitive, personalized service provided by staff passionate about exceeding guests expectations ** Curated voyages to all seven continents delivering award-winning experiences

** All ocean-front suites, luxuriously appointed ** Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available on board at all times ** All dining venues are complimentary — dine where, when and with whom you wish ** World-class dining, further enhanced through a culinary partnership with Chef Thomas Keller ** Complimentary welcome champagne and in-suite bar stocked with your preferences ** Tipping is neither required, nor expected

All Ocean View Suites feature a large comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 295 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space

Stateroom amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Ocean View Suites feature a large comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 295 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space

Stateroom amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 300 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 sq. ft. (6 sq.m.)

In-Suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 300 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 sq. ft. (6 sq.m.)

In-Suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 300 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 sq. ft. (6 sq.m.)

In-Suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 300 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 sq. ft. (6 sq.m.)

In-Suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 300 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 sq. ft. (6 sq.m.)

In-Suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Veranda Suites feature a full-length window and glass door to private veranda, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Approximately 300 sq. ft. (28 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 sq. ft. (6 sq.m.)

In-Suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Penthouse Suite feature dining table for two to four and separate bedroom. Glass door to veranda, two flat-screen TVs, fully stocked bar, spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity. Approximately 436 sq. ft. (41 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 98 sq. ft. (9 sq.m.)

In-suite amenities include:
Fine Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy duvet, down or hypoallergenic pillows, robes and slippers
24-hour complimentary room service
In-suite bar stocked according to your preferences
Fine soaps such as L’Occitane and exclusive Therapies bath products by Molton Brown, London
Personalized stationery
Flat-screen TV with music and movies
Wi-Fi and cell phone access

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

All Penthouse Spa Suite feature dining table for two to four and separate bedroom. Glass door to veranda, two flat-screen TVs, fully stocked bar, spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity. Approximately 536 to 539 sq. ft. (50 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 167 to 200 sq. ft. (16 to 19 sq.m.)

Includes all the in-suite amenities:

Complimentary full-day access to The Spa at Seabourn serene area
In-suite spa amenities
Spa concierge service
Spacious bath with full tub and shower
Complimentary in-suite bar stocked with your preferences
Second in-suite bar stocked with waters, juices, and healthy snacks
24-hour complimentary room service
Fine cotton linens, plush robes and slippers
Writing desk with personalized stationary
All-natural Molton Brown, London bath and beauty products, including Pure Pampering bath oils
Additional Molton Brown, London specialty spa products and a menu of luxurious bath sponges
Calming L’Occitane fragrance can be diffused in the suite, and a soothing music soundtrack is available on request
Soaps by Hermès, L’Occitane, Baudelaire and Salvatore Ferragamo
iPod® docking stations
Flat-screen TVs with music and movies
The option of in-suite dining served course by course
Wi-Fi and cell phone access
PressReader mobile – Enjoy your favorite newspapers and magazines from your smartphone or tablet

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

Owner’s Suites feature full length window and glass door to private veranda, dining for four, separate bedroom, guest bath, two flat-screen TVs, pantry with wet bar, convertible sofa for one and whirlpool bath. Complimentary internet/Wi-Fi service. Approximately between 526 & 593 sq. ft. (49 to 55 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 133 & 354 sq. ft. (12 to 33 sq.m.)

Includes all the in-suite amenities, plus:
An invitation from the Master for a bridge visit when the ship is in port.
A personal visit from the Hotel Director.
Fresh orchids or potpourri in your bathroom.
All-natural Molton Brown bath and beauty products including Pure Pampering bath oils.
A large basket of succulent tropical fruits.
High-quality bathrobes, soft and luxurious.
Complimentary Internet service.
A large bouquet of fresh flowers when you embark.
A convenient espresso machine with a variety of coffees in your suite.
Complimentary private car transfers between airport and ship.*
A choice of daily newspapers delivered to your suite.**
Wellness Bag exercise kit containing easy-to-carry workout gear available upon request.**

* This amenity does not apply to upgrades.
** This applies to Odyssey, Sojourn and Quest guests only.

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

Signature Suites feature expansive ocean views, forward-facing windows, dining for four to six, bathroom with whirlpool bathtub, guest bath, pantry with wet bar, and two flat-screen TVs. Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service. Approximately 859 sq. ft. (80 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 493 sq. ft. (46 sq.m.)

Includes all the in-suite amenities, plus:
An invitation from the Master for a bridge visit when the ship is in port.
A personal visit from the Hotel Director.
Fresh orchids or potpourri in your bathroom.
All-natural Molton Brown bath and beauty products including Pure Pampering bath oils.
A large basket of succulent tropical fruits.
High-quality bathrobes, soft and luxurious.
Complimentary Internet service.
A large bouquet of fresh flowers when you embark.
A convenient espresso machine with a variety of coffees in your suite.
Complimentary private car transfers between airport and ship.*
A choice of daily newspapers delivered to your suite.**
Wellness Bag exercise kit containing easy-to-carry workout gear available upon request.**

* This amenity does not apply to upgrades.
** This applies to Odyssey, Sojourn and Quest guests only.

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

Wintergarden Suites feature large windows with ocean views, dining for six, bathroom with whirlpool bathtub, guest bath, Glass-enclosed solarium with tub and day bed, pantry with wet bar, and two flat-screen TVs. Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service. Approximately 914 sq. ft. (85 sq.m.) of inside space, plus one veranda of 138 sq. ft. (17 sq.m.).

Includes all the in-suite amenities, plus:
An invitation from the Master for a bridge visit when the ship is in port.
A personal visit from the Hotel Director.
Fresh orchids or potpourri in your bathroom.
All-natural Molton Brown bath and beauty products including Pure Pampering bath oils.
A large basket of succulent tropical fruits.
High-quality bathrobes, soft and luxurious.
Complimentary Internet service.
A large bouquet of fresh flowers when you embark.
A convenient espresso machine with a variety of coffees in your suite.
Complimentary private car transfers between airport and ship.*
A choice of daily newspapers delivered to your suite.**
Wellness Bag exercise kit containing easy-to-carry workout gear available upon request.**

* This amenity does not apply to upgrades.
** This applies to Odyssey, Sojourn and Quest guests only.

The configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary from the non-accessible suite shown above.

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 2

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 3

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 4

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 5

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 6

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 7

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 8

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 9

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 10

Seabourn Odyssey - Deck 11

Seabourn Odyssey was built by the Italian company T. Mariotti S.p.A., located in Genoa, Italy and named in Venice. On that occasion, the guests on board for the maiden voyage were all honored as the ship’s godparents, and a plaque with their names was permanently mounted on a wall inside the ship. Seabourn Odyssey was designed by the same architectural team, Petr Yran and Bjorn Storbraaten, who designed the original Seabourn ships.

Each day on board offers delicious dining options, world-class entertainment and enriching activities.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 650 ft
  • Tonnage: 32000
  • Maiden Voyage: 2009
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 450
  • Crew Nationality: International
  • Officer Nationality: International
  • Dining Staff Nationality: International
  • Ship Registration: Bahamas

Ship Facilities

  • Casino
  • The Club
  • Grand Salon
  • Card Room
  • 6 Outdoor Whirlpools
  • 2 Outdoor Pools
  • The Grill by Thomas Keller
  • Coffee Bar
  • Watersports Marina
  • Seabourn Square
  • The Collection
  • The Boutique
  • The Patio
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sky Bar
  • The Colonnade
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Seabourn Shop
  • Patio Bar
  • Motion Studio
  • The Spa at Seabourn
  • Salon
  • Treatment Rooms
  • Observation Bar
  • Sky Light
  • Spa Terrace
  • Spa Villa
  • Sun Terrace
  • The Retreat
  • 9-Hole Putting Course


Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
01 Jul '22
Vancouver, BC. Canada
05:00 PM
02 Jul '22
Queen Charlotte Islands, Canada
Cruising only
03 Jul '22
Ketchikan, Alaska
07:00 AM 03:00 PM
04 Jul '22
Sitka, Alaska
08:00 AM 05:00 PM
05 Jul '22
Yakutat Bay, Alaska
Cruising only
05 Jul '22
Hubbard Glacier, Alaska
10:00 AM 05:00 PM
06 Jul '22
Inian Islands, Alaska
05:30 AM 10:30 AM
06 Jul '22
Icy Strait Point, Alaska
02:00 PM 09:00 PM
07 Jul '22
Haines, Alaska
07:00 AM 06:00 PM
07 Jul '22
Lynn Canal, Alaska
Cruising only
08 Jul '22
Juneau, Alaska
07:00 AM 09:00 PM
09 Jul '22
Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska
08:00 AM 05:00 PM
09 Jul '22
Stephens Passage
Cruising only
10 Jul '22
Ketchikan, Alaska
12:00 PM 11:00 PM
11 Jul '22
Rudyard Bay, Alaska
08:00 AM 06:00 PM
11 Jul '22
Misty Fjords, Alaska
Cruising only
12 Jul '22
Prince Rupert, BC. Canada
08:00 AM 11:00 PM
13 Jul '22 At sea    
14 Jul '22
Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada
06:00 AM 04:00 PM
15 Jul '22
Vancouver, BC. Canada
07:00 AM

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

14 Night cruise sailing roundtrip from Vancouver onboard Seabourn Odyssey.

Seabourn Odyssey was built by the Italian company T. Mariotti S.p.A., located in Genoa, Italy and named in Venice in June of 2009. On that occasion, the guests on board for the maiden voyage were all honored as the ship’s godparents, and a plaque with their names was permanently mounted on a wall inside the ship. Seabourn Odyssey was designed by the same architectural team, Petr Yran and Bjorn Storbraaten, who designed the original Seabourn ships. Seabourn Odyssey’s 229 ocean-view suites are divided into 13 categories, with interior measurements from 295 to over 1,200 square feet. Ninety percent have private verandas, which add from 65 to over 350 square feet of additional private living space.

Highlights in accommodations are the exceptional Wintergarden Suites, which have a private glassed-in Solarium with a soaking tub and a lounging bed. This suite also features a veranda that is bowed out, giving wonderful views along the side of the ship. The Signature Suites, located all the way forward on Deck 7, have over 900 square feet of inside space and a spectacular wrap-around veranda of 353 square feet. In addition to more larger suites, Seabourn Odyssey’s additional size is utilized to create more open deck space, and a variety of public rooms and dining venues.

Highlights of this cruise:

Vancouver, B.C., CA
The humble beginnings of the City of Vancouver, in the settlement of Gastown on Burrard Inlet, rose out of the old growth forests and the sawdust of the old Hastings Mill. Its location between the Pacific Ocean and the snow-capped coastal mountains creates one of the most idyllic settings of any city in the world. As a world-class city it has the best of both worlds, intermingling urban sophistication with a sense of wilderness and outdoor adventure. Whether you are exploring Vancouver’s diverse downtown core, strolling through the giant trees of Stanley Park or taking in the 20 miles (30 km) of uninterrupted waterfront trails along the seawall, you are bound to fall in love with Canada’s third largest metropolitan center, which is consistently ranked as one of most livable cities on earth. In 1886, the Canadian Pacific Railway reached Vancouver, completing Canada’s ‘National Dream’ of a connection between east and west, and opening up new trade routes between Asia and Europe. The city was named for British captain and explorer George Vancouver.

Cruising The Queen Charlotte Sound
The Queen Charlotte Sound lies between the Queen Charlotte Strait, which winds between Vancouver Island and the British Columbia mainland in the south, and Hecate Strait, which is northward, adjacent to the Haida Gwaii Islands off the Pacific coast of British Columbia. It is a broad reach in the long shipping route called the Inside Passage threading the myriad islands stretching from Washington’s Puget Sound to Alaska.

Ketchikan, Alaska, US
Ketchikan is a picturesque coastal town with a colorful frontier history, standing at the southern entrance to Alaska’s famed Inside Passage. It began as a salmon cannery in 1885, built by company employee Mike Martin at the mouth of Ketchikan Creek. Once dubbed the ‘Canned Salmon Capital of the World,’ today government, commercial fishing, and tourism are its main industries. The renowned Creek Street, perched on stilts along the mouth of the creek, would bring lasting infamy to the area for the red-light district that burgeoned there during the Gold Rush. The town’s site first served as a camp for Tlingit people, and for thousands of years this has been their home. Their rich culture is being preserved to this day. A visit to Ketchikan is not complete without visiting one or all of Native American sites such as Totem Bight State Park, Potlatch Park, Saxman Native Village and the Totem Heritage Center. Together, these locations comprise the world’s largest collection of standing Native American totem poles.

Sitka, Alaska, US
A stroll through the streets and National Historic Park of Sitka is a glimpse into its unique and colorful past. A blend of Tlingit and Russian cultures defines this first capital of Alaska. Although fish canning and gold mining were the initial catalysts for growth in Sitka, the construction of an air base during World War II truly paved the way for Sitka to come into its own. One of Sitka’s most intriguing structures is the Cathedral of Saint Michael, built in 1848 to honor a Russian Orthodox bishop. Sitka’s history begins thousands of years ago with the Tlingit people and their use of the land for sustenance and spirituality. Old Sitka, located just north of the present-day settlement, was founded by Russian-American Company trader Alexander Baranov in 1799. Originally named Novo-Arkhangelsk (New Archangel) under Russian rule, its name was changed to Sitka after Alaska was purchased by the United States in 1867. Sitka is a Tlingit word meaning ‘by the sea.’

Inian Islands, Alaska, US
As the gatekeepers to the northern entrance of the fabled Inside Passage, the remote Inian Islands stand between Cross Sound and Icy Strait, exposed to the high energy seas of the Pacific Ocean. Tidal currents surging through the narrow channels separating the islands can be severe. Nicknames like ‘The Laundry Chute’ justify their notorious reputations. For millennia, Tlingit people came here to hunt and fish in the rich bounty that these waters provided. Today, the Inian Islands Institute, located within the islands, provides access to the abundant and protected waters for scientific research. Sitka black-tailed deer and brown bears frequent their rugged and rocky shores, while sea lions fill their stomachs with salmon before hauling out to rest on the many rocky outcrops making up this island group. Sea otters, bald eagles, and humpback whales frequent the area in great numbers during the summer months. The Inian Islands were named by William Healey Dall, one of Alaska’s earliest scientific explorers, in 1879.

Icy Strait Point, Alaska, US
Icy Strait Point is a unique community on Chichagof Island near the entry to Glacier Bay National Park. It was created and is owned by a corporation of over 1300 Native Americans of various local Tlingit tribes, for the purpose of offering visitors an enjoyable, educational experience of Alaska’s native cultures, as well as the human and natural history of the region. Your tender will dock at the historic 1912 salmon canning facility, which today is a museum. The surrounding grounds offer cultural performances, Native American-owned shops and galleries, restaurants and a variety of tours and excursions for every interest from sport fishing to whale watching, guided nature walks and excursions to view bears and other wildlife, ATV tours and even a zipline adventure that is said to be the longest (over a mile) and highest (over 1330 feet of drop) in North America. The small village of Hoonah is just over a mile away, and can be reached either by walking or on a shuttle. It also has shops and eateries, as well as a totem-carving enterprise run by the corporation. The Huna Totem Corporation maintains complete control of the content and access to the community, which has won a number of prestigious awards for its sustainable approach to exploiting the natural and historical heritage of Alaska and its native peoples for their benefit.

Haines, Alaska, US
Tucked in along the shores of the longest fjord in North America and surrounded by breathtaking scenery, Haines is an authentic Alaskan experience. It is an eclectic community and a truly hidden gem. Its rich culture shines brightly during the annual state fair that draws people from all over Alaska. Haines is home to the largest concentration of bald eagles on earth, and grizzly bears gorge themselves on spawning salmon in its rivers. It was originally named Dteshuh, which means ‘end of the trail’ in the language of the Chilkat natives, who used to portage across the peninsula to Chilkat Inlet as a shortcut to their trade route to the interior. The first Europeans arrived in 1879 to build a school and a Presbyterian mission. In time, the mission was renamed Haines in honor of Francina E. Haines, the chairwoman of the committee that raised funds for its construction. Haines grew dramatically during the 1899 Klondike gold rush in the Yukon, supplying prospectors with food and equipment.

Juneau, Alaska, US
Juneau, Alaska’s capital, is accessible only by air and sea, due to the rugged mountain terrain that surrounds the city. It has been a world-class travel destination since the early 1900’s. The city has plenty to offer the outdoor adventurer. You may choose to explore on foot along the Perseverance Trail or around Mendenhall Glacier, or board one of the many local whale-watching boats, or view the mountains and extensive glaciers of the Juneau Icefield from a helicopter. Although founded by Alaskan pioneers, this area was in use for thousands of years by the Tlingit people and was originally settled by the Auke tribe, taking advantage of the abundant food and natural resources provided by the land and sea. Their descendants continue to gather clams, gumboot chitons, grass and sea urchins to this day. Originally named Harrisburg in 1880, after the gold prospector Richard Harris, the name was later changed to honor his partner Joe Juneau.

Rudyerd Bay (Misty Fjords) Ventures By Seabourn Only
Scottish-American naturalist John Muir compared the 2,294,343-acre (930,000 hectare) Misty Fjords National Monument to his favorite place in America, Yosemite National Park. Often shrouded in mist, Misty Fjords is a true wilderness. Its vertical granite cliffs, which reach 3,000’ (900 m) above sea level, descend another 1,000’ (300 m) below the water’s surface. Carved by glaciers and covered in a green carpet of mosses and lichens, Misty Fjords receives more than 150” (381 cm) of rain per year. Western hemlock, Sitka spruce, and western red cedar dominate the prolific vegetation along its shore. Mountain goats, brown and black bears, coastal wolves, sea lions, bald eagles, ravens, Dall’s porpoises, orca and humpback whales can be spotted along its shorelines and throughout its waters. Long before the arrival of John Muir, the Tlingit people lived and moved throughout this region, surviving on what the land provided. Evidence of their historic and ongoing presence is recorded in the many pictographs found along the shores of Misty Fjords.

Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Prince Rupert, set amongst the coastal mountains, is the jumping-off point for travelers joining the coastal ferries to Haida Gwaii, Vancouver or north to Alaska. Highlights include the quaint Cow Bay with its shops and restaurants, the Museum of Northern British Columbia, the totem carving house or the stunning sunken gardens. Prince Rupert certainly has abundant wildlife. Whether you join a local boat for whale-watching, hike along the Butze Rapids or take a scenic flight, you are sure to be pleased. The region is home to the highest concentration of grizzly bears in North America. The Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary, established in 1994, was the first area in Canada to be protected specifically for grizzlies and their habitat. Founded in 1910, the town was named for Prince Rupert, who was a governor of the Hudson’s Bay Company in 1670. Prince Rupert is the northern terminus of the Canadian National Railway and an important port for goods moving towards Alaska.

Scenic Cruising Princess Royal Channel
The Princess Royal Channel separates the largest island along British Columbia’s coast from the mainland. It is located roughly halfway between Bella Bella in the south and Prince Rupert in the north, in one of the province’s most remote areas. Princess Royal island was named in 1788 by Captain Charles Duncan, in honor of his ship, the Princess Royal. The island is uninhabited, although there are two small villages in the channel, the First Nations community of Klemtu on Swindle Island and Hartley Bay on the mainland. Wildlife, by contrast, is plentiful, including Kermode, black and grizzly bears, deer, wolves and foxes. Golden and bald eagles nest in the region, as well as the endangered marbled murrelet. In the waters, there are abundant salmon, elephant seals, whales, orcas and dolphins.

Scenic Cruising Johnstone Strait
Johnstone Strait is a well-protected shipping route passing 68 miles/110 km along the northeast shore of Vancouver Island between the island and the mainland of British Columbia. The strait is between 1 ½ miles and 3 miles wide, and leads from the broad Georgia Strait through a narrow channel called Discovery Passage. The strait was named by Vancouver in 1792 for James Johnstone, the master of one of his tenders during the survey expedition that revealed Vancouver Island to be an island. There are no cities or towns on the strait. The Johnstone Strait is the summer range of a large pod of seasonally resident orcas which are frequently seen in the area.

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