08/29/2026
Are you dreaming of Alaska? Here's why a cruise is the best way to see it and why Vancouver is the perfect place to start.
Alaska sits at the top of bucket lists for a reason. There is nothing quite like watching a glacier calve into the ocean, spotting humpback whales from the deck of a ship, or stepping off in a port that feels like another world entirely. And the best part for Canadian travellers? You can sail straight from Vancouver.
Here's a quick breakdown of the top three ports:
Juneau: Visit Mendenhall Glacier, book a whale watching excursion, or take the Mount Roberts Tramway for views that will stop you in your tracks. Juneau is one of those port days that stays with you.
Ketchikan: Known as the salmon capital of the world, Ketchikan is full of character. Walk Creek Street, take in the totem pole collections, and enjoy the waterfront. Easy to explore and endlessly photogenic.
Skagway: A step back in time to the Klondike Gold Rush era. The White Pass and Yukon Route railway is a bucket-list experience and one of the most breathtaking rail journeys on the continent.
Top cruise lines for Alaska from Vancouver include Princess Cruises and Holland America, both with long-established programs out of Vancouver. Celebrity Cruises also sails Alaska - reach out to ask about 2027 availability.
If Alaska has been on your list, now is the time to start planning. 2027 itineraries are already booking and the best cabins go fast.
I'm a Canadian travel advisor specializing in cruise travel and I'd love to help you plan the trip of a lifetime. Drop a comment, send a message, or visit destinationsbyjamie.com to get started.
