2015 Princess Cruises ALASKA POC by Onboard Media

DISCOVERY ALASKA

Alaska — 2015 Cruises

A TEMPTING CULINARY SELECTION A DELIGHTFUL ARRAY OF SHOPS ONBOARD VOYAGE TO MANY OF ALASKA’S BEST ATTRACTIONS

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TABLE

OF CONTENTS

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Let Your Journey Begin

Delicious Dilemma

At Your Service

The Night Belongs to You Nighttime Activities

When the sun goes down, the curtain rises on a constellation of thrilling nighttime enticements.

Freshly prepared cuisine Dining options to match your tastes and mood — that’s dining on board your Princess ship.

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Shows & Entertainment

Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle SM

Do It All or Nothing At All Daytime Activities

You’ll discover an incredible variety of activities, enrichment programs and other entertaining options each day on board.

Lotus Spa ® & The Sanctuary

Boutiques Onboard

Princess Photography

Enrichment Programs

Fine Art Auctions

Movies Under the Stars

Youth & Teen Programs

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LIFE AQUATIC 64 BRAND FINDER 80 DENALI NATIONAL PARK 82

Discover Our

PORTS OF CALL MAP OF ALASKA 87 JUNEAU 88 KETCHIKAN 106 SKAGWAY 126 REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS 142 Notes on other destinations to visit in Alaska, Canada and on America’s West Coast.

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2. Applicants will receive five thousand (5,000) bonus points after the first use of their account for a Purchase or Balance Transfer (that are not later returned or rescinded and will then be credited to your Princess Rewards Visa Signature Card or your Princess Rewards Platinum Visa Card Account. Balance Transfer Bonus Points: Cardmembers can earn one (1) bonus point per one dollar ($1) in balances transferred to their Princess Rewards Visa Signature Card, up to a maximum of five thousand (5,000) points. The Balance Transfer is subject to the Balance Transfer Fee set forth in the Terms and Conditions. 3. Princess Rewards Visa cardmembers will earn two (2) points for every one dollar ($1) of net purchases of Princess purchases with the credit card account, and (1) point for every one dollar ($) of net purchases made everywhere else the account is used. Restrictions apply. 4. The Princess Rewards Program offers cardmembers the opportunity to earn rewards towards discounted, reduced and even free cruise redemptions. Taxes and fees may apply. Cardmembers will be responsible for all charges incurred in connection with their cruise (including travel to port of departure). Additional charges may include, but are not limited to, gratuities, onboard purchases and other charges. Other cruise related redemption options are available such as onboard spa experience and merchandise offers. See the Terms and Conditions for complete details about this offer. The Princess Rewards Visa Card is issued by Barclaycard (Barclays Bank Delaware) pursuant to a license by Visa USA Incorporated. Visa is a registered trademark of Visa USA Incorporated.

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Welcome aboard! We’re glad you have joined us on this cruise to the incredible ports of Alaska. It’s our job to help you make the most of your vacation, especially when it’s time to shop. During this voyage, I’ll provide you with helpful advice about shopping on board and in the ports of call. I’ll be hosting the live Shopping Spotlight Show and special events on watches and jewelry, and I’ll be available each evening at the Princess Shopping Desk. I’ll also provide you with maps, brochures and other guidance upon request. You’ll find even more expert guidance on your television, with video replays of the Shopping Spotlight Show and special features about our boutiques on board. With all this advice, you’ll know exactly how to enjoy the unsurpassed experience of shopping on vacation.

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RIGHT: An American bald eagle; BOTTOM: Mushing in Alaska.

Excitement builds as Alaska’s shore comes into view. A hunger for adventure brought you here, and soon your passion will be fulfilled as you explore one of the world’s greatest wonderlands. It is a land of incredible natural beauty, both on land and at sea. Vast stretches of unspoiled wilderness are home to amazing wildlife and majestic mountains. Charming towns combine modern life with a fascinating heritage of ancient culture. From the Gold Rush that forever changed the land to the Native traditions that remain forever true, Alaska is an experience that will change you as well. Your journey to Alaska will also be an exciting one, as you can see from this edition of Discovery. It’s packed with information on the many shipboard amenities you’ll enjoy, from mouthwatering cuisine to exquisite boutiques and rejuvenating spa treatments. We think you’ll find your visit even more meaningful after reading our guide to the ports of call. It’s an in-depth look at Southeast Alaska’s history and culture, focusing on the region’s Native people and the big-dreaming pioneers adopted by this Great Land. You’ve begun a journey that we are sure you will never forget. Bon voyage!

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FINALLY, YOU’RE HERE. Now is the time to do as much or as little as you like. Get out on deck and experience the fresh air, explore your ship and all its amenities. Every aspect of this vacation was designed for you because we provide you with a variety of enriching ways to discover more about yourself and the world around you.

this book of discovery. We call it that for a reason — not only because of the wonderful ports you’ll be visiting, but also because of all the distinct pleasures you will find, one by one, on your Princess ® ship. What will be your favorite venue, activity, restaurant? Enjoy the freedom to spend your days your way.

In the following pages, you can learn a bit more about what you can expect in the coming days in

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WELCOME

ABOARD

LET YOUR JOURNEY BEGIN

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AT Y O U R SERVICE Princess Cruises — The Consummate Host

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THE CONSUMMATE HOST

SERVICE

On your Princess® ship, gracious and attentive crew members are there to serve you and make your entire vacation memorable.

YOU FIRST NOTICED IT on the lapel of the officer who welcomed you aboard as you crossed the gangway: a blue-and-gold pin that read “Cruise.” Then you saw it again worn by the concierge, and your stateroom steward, and ... What are these pins, and what does CRUISE stand for? CRUISE began as a program to help keep the passenger experience top-ofmind for all Princess staff and crew, and that is still one of its important goals. But CRUISE is also how we recognize and reward employees for great performance. CRUISE is how we educate our employees for career and personal growth. CRUISE is how we support our employees’ health and welfare so they can perform their jobs with excellence every day. CRUISE is the vehicle through which Princess delivers our core values — we serve, we respect our team, we innovate,

we are consistent, we are accountable and we do it right — to our staff, and motivates them to live out those values and be The Consummate Host. What does CRUISE mean to you? It means you can expect consistently warm, welcoming service — from courteous greetings in the dining room at dinner to friendly smiles by the stewards — on every ship in our fleet. It means everyone on board is working together to make your vacation a relaxed, rejuvenating retreat at sea. It means all of us know your vacation memories are infinitely precious — and we want you to remember not only our spectacular ships sailing to fantastic destinations, but also how valued you felt while you were on board.

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DINING

FRESHLY PREPARED

DELICIOUS DILEMMA Your ship is a floating destination of culinary delights, with options to match every taste and mood.

ONE OF THE MOST ENTICING THINGS about your spectacular Princess® ship is the wide variety of tempting onboard options to delight your palate. From specialty restaurants and gracious dining rooms, a warm, freshly cooked meal is never far away. You can have a burger grilled to order out on deck, or grab a slice of handmade pizza to eat by the pool. Maybe all you need is some soft-serve ice cream to fend off the heat. Or keep your eyes open for cookies & milk on deck in the afternoon on sea days. From breakfast to dinner to late-night snacks, Princess raises the bar on dining at sea.

WE UNDERSTAND

how important dining is to the vacation experience, which is why we put such an emphasis on the quality and range of our dining options. Our own Master Chef, Alfredo Marzi, designed the menus for our Traditional and Anytime Dining SM rooms to truly make sure the food

is the star. From our signature pastas to our lighter selections, you’ll savor freshly prepared cuisine, utilizing ingredients with regional influences.

FOR VARIETY, you can choose a specialty restaurant like Sabatini’s, SM with traditional Italian fare; the elegant Crown Grill SM or Sterling Steakhouse SM for an aged prime steak; or the Bayou Café & Steakhouse for a more Southern ambience. Ask about the Chef’s Table, yet another unique offering — you’ll be invited into the galley for champagne and hors d’oeuvres, and you'll later dine on a special menu conceived by the Executive Chef himself. Or if you happen to have a balcony stateroom, you can stay in one evening and we’ll bring the experience to you — with Ultimate Balcony Dining.

WE INVITE YOU to indulge in all this and more during your cruise.

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RESTAURANTS & DINING VENUES ON BOARD RESTAURANTS

STYLE

Main Dining Rooms*

SPECIALTY DINING

Traditional & Anytime

BREAKFAST HOURS

LUNCH HOURS

Lunch is available on days, sea days 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM turnaround and in select ports. (see Princess Patter)

STYLE

BREAKFAST HOURS

LUNCH HOURS

TRADITIONAL DINING HOURS

ANYTIME DINING

CHARGES

5:15 PM, 6 PM and 8:15 PM

5:30 PM - 10 PM

None

DINNER HOURS

Sea Days 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Sabatini’s

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Island, Ocean, Pacific, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Princess

Specialty

Complimentary breakfast for suites only.

Port Days 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

CHARGES

$25 per person

N/A

6 PM - 11 PM

Opening times subject to change dependent upon itinerary.

(adults & children over 12 years of age)

$12.50 per person

(children 3 – 12 years old)

No charge

(children 0 - 2 years old)

Complimentary breakfast for Suites only.

$25 per person

(adults & children over 12 years of age)

Crown Grill

Caribbean, Crown, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Star Princess

Specialty

N/A

6 PM - 11 PM

Opening times subject to change dependent upon itinerary.

$12.50 per person

(children 3 - 12 years old)

No charge

(children 0 - 2 years old) Surcharges apply for select food items regardless of the age of the passenger.

$25 per person

(adults & children over 12 years of age)

Sterling Steakhouse

Dawn, Diamond, Ocean, Pacific, Sapphire, Sea, Sun Princess

Specialty

N/A

6 PM - 11 PM

Opening times subject to change dependent upon itinerary.

$12.50 per person

(children 3 - 12 years old)

No charge

(children 0 - 2 years old) Surcharges apply for select food items regardless of the age of the passenger.

Bayou Café & Steakhouse Coral, Island Princess

Specialty

N/A

6 PM - 11 PM

Opening times subject to change dependent upon itinerary.

$25 per person and $12.50

(children 3 - 13 year olds)

No charge

(children 0 - 2 years old)

Kai Sushi Restaurant Diamond, Sun Princess

Ultimate Balcony Dining**

All Princess ships

Chef’s Table***

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Island, Ocean, Pacific, Ruby, Sapphire, Sea, Star Princess

Chef’s Table Lumiere

Regal, Royal Princess

Specialty

N/A

11 AM - 5:30 PM

5:30 PM - Midnight

Nominal pricing applies Breakfast USD $32 per couple or A $35 per couple

Specialty

7 AM - 11 AM

N/A

6 PM - 10 PM

Specialty

N/A

Onboard reservations accepted only

$95 per person with wine and $80 per person without

Specialty

N/A

Onboard reservations accepted only

$115 per person with wine and $100 per person without

ATTIRE Smart Casual Evenings: Skirts/dresses, slacks and sweaters for ladies. Pants and open-neck shirts for men.

Formal Evenings: Evening gowns, cocktail dresses or elegant pant

suits for women. Tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket and slacks for men.

Note: Dress code is subject to change with the ship’s itinerary. The above is a general guide.

Dinner USD $100 per couple or A $125 per couple

LENGTH OF CRUISE

# OF FORMAL EVENINGS

# OF SMART CASUAL EVENTS

5-6 days

1-5

7-13 days

5 - 11

14-20 days

11 - 17

21-28 days

17 - 24

29+ days

24+

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RESTAURANTS & DINING VENUES ON BOARD (CONTINUED) CASUAL DINING

STYLE

BREAKFAST HOURS

LUNCH HOURS

DINNER HOURS

CHARGES

Casual

N/A

11 AM - 5:30 PM

5:30 PM - Midnight

None

Pizzeria/Trattoria

Casual

N/A

11 AM - 2:30 PM

6 PM onward

None

Burger & Hot Dog Grill

Casual

N/A

11 AM - 6 PM

(Except on Ocean and Pacific Princess)

6 PM onward

None

Casual

6 AM - 10 AM

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

5:30 PM - Midnight

None

Casual

(continental breakfast)

5 AM - 6 AM

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Pizzeria (poolside)

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Diamond, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Island, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Princess

Dawn, Ocean, Pacific, Sea, Sun Princess

All Princess ships

Café Caribe

Caribbean, Crown, Emerald, Ruby Princess

Horizon Court

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Dawn, Diamond, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Island, Ruby, Sapphire, Sea, Star, Sun Princess

Horizon Court Bistro Regal, Royal Princess

Panorama Buffet

Ocean, Pacific Princess

Crab Shack

Casual

6 AM - 11:30 AM 5 AM - 6 AM

(continental breakfast)

6 AM - 11:30 AM 5 AM - 6 AM

(continental breakfast)

6 AM - 11:30 AM

(sea days only)

5:30 PM - Midnight

None

(afternoon Snack)

(closed for dinner Caribbean, Crown, Emerald & Ruby Princess)

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

5:30 PM - Midnight

None

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

6 PM onward

None

(afternoon snack)

6 PM - 9 PM

Casual

N/A

(Venue does not operate nightly. Operates in Horizon Bistro on GP and RP.)

Fondues

Casual

N/A

(Venue does not operate nightly. Operates in Horizon Bistro on GP and RP.)

$20 per person

The Pastry Shop

Casual

6 AM - 11 AM

11 AM - 6 PM

6 PM - Midnight

None

N/A

24 hours

None

Casual

N/A

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

N/A

None

Casual

N/A

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

N/A

$20 per person with champagne and $10 per person without

Casual

N/A

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

N/A

$20 per person with champagne and $10 per person without

Casual

6 AM onward

N/A

None

Casual

24 hours

None

Casual

N/A

(4:30 PM port days)

11 AM onward

5 PM - 11 PM

Complimentary food with beverage purchase.

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Island, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Star Princess.

Regal, Royal Princess

Room Service

All Princess ships

Afternoon Tea

All Princess ships (Not available on Sapphire when operating in Asia)

Royal Afternoon Tea

Regal, Royal Princess (Served in Piazza)

English Afternoon Tea

Sapphire Princess (Applicable to China season only)

Pâtisserie

Coral, Dawn, Diamond, Island, Ocean, Pacific, Sea Princess

International Café

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Star, Sun Princess

Vines Wine Bar

Caribbean, Crown, Emerald, Golden, Grand Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire,^ Star Princess

6 PM - 9 PM

$20 per person

(on select ships)

Alfredo’s Pizzeria

Casual

N/A

11 AM - 5:30 PM

5:30 PM onward

None

Gelato

Casual

N/A

11 AM - 5:30 PM

5:30 PM onward

Nominal a la carte pricing applies.

Casual

N/A

11 AM - 5:30 PM

5:30 PM onward

None

Ocean Terrace Seafood Bar

Casual

N/A

4 PM onward

Nominal a la carte pricing applies.

English Pub Lunch

Casual

N/A

11:30 AM - 2 PM

N/A

None

Grand, Regal, Royal, Sapphire Princess

Regal, Royal Princess

Ice Cream Bar

Caribbean, Coral, Crown, Dawn, Diamond, Emerald, Golden, Grand, Island, Regal, Royal, Ruby, Sapphire, Sea, Star, Sun Princess

Regal, Royal Princess

All Princess ships

Note: Dining options, menu selections, locations and venues may vary by ship, and actual meal times are subject to change. While room service is complimentary, charges will apply to certain food and beverage items. Corkage fee of $15 applies. ©2014 Princess Cruises. Ships of British and Bermudan Registry.

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ACTIVITIES

DAYTIME

DO IT ALL OR NOTHING AT ALL FREE TIME — something each of us has precious little of these days. Of course, that’s why you take a vacation. And on your Princess ship, you’ll find you have plenty of time to enjoy the fabulous options your ship offers.

WHAT’S YOUR TYPE? Are you a fitness fanatic? Do you like arts & crafts? Do you wish you simply had more hours in the day after work and family commitments to just sit down and read a book? On a Princess voyage, we offer opportunities for every interest to be engaged, which is one of the reasons people often unexpectedly find that it is their time on the ship they remember most fondly. So now that you’re here, we encourage you to follow your mood to whatever activities and entertainment most interest you. You’ll find a full schedule of what’s offered each day in your Princess Patter. This is your time to do as much as or as little as you like. PRINCESS CRUISES DISCOVERY

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RENEW YOURSELF BODY & SOUL

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

REJUVENATE

Rejuvenate with luxurious treatments in the Lotus Spa or on deck in ®

The Sanctuary.

SITTING OUT ON DECK, you’ll be lulled into a

THE SANCTUARY – TRULY SPECIAL.

blissful state by the sound of waves, the fresh sea air and the knowledge that while you are out here with Princess, you don’t have a single care in the world. And if you think that’s a good feeling, just imagine how you’ll feel after a massage or spa treatment!

Rejuvenate in the open air at the outdoor oasis reserved exclusively for adults, The Sanctuary, available on select ships.*

PAMPERING never felt as good as it does on a Princess ship. The onboard Lotus Spa® rivals most you’ll find on land — offering a sensational selection of services and treatments from facials, scrubs and massages to hot stone therapy, body therapy and body wraps, as well as a full-service salon should you choose to beautify after you unwind.

In this popular haven you can get a massage under a cabana to the sound of the sea lapping far beneath you. Or you can find yourself an empty chaise lounge in which to enjoy healthy smoothies, energy drinks and flavored waters. A spa menu exclusive to The Sanctuary highlights a variety of light snacks served by special Serenity Stewards. MP3 players are also available with themed playlists, so you can enjoy the soothing sounds of music.

The Lotus Spa Fitness Center offers fitness programs designed to help you maximize your wellness with Tour de Cycle, personal training and classes such as Pilates, yoga, Body Sculpt Boot Camp and TRX suspension training. The Lotus Spa Fitness Center also features world-class exercise equipment so you can tone on your own. * The Sanctuary is available on most ships. Covered cabanas not available in The Sanctuary on all ships.

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DISCOVER THE FINER THINGS AND COME BACK NEW Visit the Boutiques on board and discover tax and duty free shopping. Enhance your shopping experience with exciting events like our Runway at Sea, trunk shows and our exclusive onboard outlet.

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BEST ONBOARD SHOPPING MAGAZINE

6 CONSECUTIVE YEARS —READERS' CHOICE AWARDS

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ENRICHMENT

EXPERIENCES

THE PRINCESS PHOTO & VIDEO TEAM CAPTURES

YOUR MEMORIES AT SEA A PICTURE IS WORTH

a thousand words —

especially of your cruise with Princess. And we offer many ways for you to relive your vacation with both photos and video including:

• Formal & casual portraits with multiple backgrounds • Candid photos from gangways and ports to onboard events • Wall portraits, turning your memories into works of art • Souvenir and decorative frames, albums & scrapbooks

• Reflections DVD, featuring video highlights from your cruise • Digital cameras, binoculars & accessories • Prints from your digital camera

PLATINUM STUDIO by Joe Craig

YOUR LIFE. OUR ART. YOUR LEGACY. Created by internationally recognized photographer Joe Craig, the Platinum Studio experience puts the focus on your inner spirit. Using creative lighting techniques, our specially trained Platinum Artist creates a unique style of art with sessions taking place in a private studio, with no session fee and no obligation to purchase.

CALL OR VISIT THE PHOTO & VIDEO GALLERY TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!

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ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS SET SAIL WITH PRINCESS, and you’re in for an adventure that’s more than just sightseeing. You will discover an array of engaging onboard offerings to expand your cultural horizons.

An adventure in the

CULTURAL Engaging enrichment opportunities and exciting art auctions bring refinement to your cruise.

Among the wonderful offerings of our enrichment programs is an array of classes, from singing to culinary skills and art history. You can brush up on your cooking knowledge, expand your navigational awareness, or join the Zumba® Fitness dance party.* Get creative and have fun learning new craft activities and much more. Enrichment programs also present intriguing lectures on select cruises, including those focusing on the history, culture and geography of the region you are visiting.

GET INTO THE AUCTION** Our live art auctions are fun, fast-paced and offer an exciting opportunity to collect exceptional works of art. You’ll find some of the art world’s biggest stars — from Picasso to Chagall to Rockwell to Max — all represented, with hundreds of works available from contemporary art’s most popular figures. So immerse yourself, and experience our auctions, gallery events and enrichment lectures this voyage. And don’t worry about carrying your new collection off the ship, because most works are shipped to your door. *Zumba available on select voyages. ** N ot available on Ocean Princess and Pacific Princess.

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MOVIES

UNDER THE STARS®

THE SKY’S THE LIMIT

Princess pioneered the concept — passengers ®

enjoying a feature film poolside on a giant screen — Movies Under the Stars . ®

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ORDER A DRINK,

grab a bag of complimentary popcorn, get yourself a lounge chair by the pool — or even better, a coveted spot in the hot tub for the greatest show on the sea. Movies Under the Stars® is a real crowd-pleaser, with up to five movies shown poolside during the day, and two feature films at night. What a great way to take advantage of warm nights in the region. A high-tech 300-square-foot LED screen and 69,000watt stereo system assure clarity and quality of sound from wherever on the deck you might be sitting.

EVEN KIDS GET IN

on the fun. Some of the most popular offerings on the Movies Under the Stars big screen are our special Playstation® or Nintendo® Wii TM tournaments. And teens will enjoy latenight screenings just for them, while younger cruisers can take in a colorful matinee with newfound friends!

TO KEEP THE ENTERTAINMENT FRESH, there are other showings besides movies. Major sporting events such as the Super Bowl,® NBA Finals, World Series, NCAA Basketball® tournament and NCAA Bowl Championship Series™ are shown on the big screen, weather permitting.* And you’ll often find yourself grooving to a concert video of one of the world’s most popular performers.

*Satellite coverage permitting. Note: Movies Under the Stars is featured on most Princess ships.

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YOUTH

AND TEEN

Kid-sized fun that’s simply

“ S E A S AT I O N A L ”

MOMS AND DADS,

OUR YOUNGEST GUESTS

be forewarned — aside from mealtimes, you may not see your kids much on this cruise. That’s because Princess® has one of the best programs for children and teens from 3–17 of any cruise line. On days at sea and in port, the fun begins in the morning and continues throughout the day and into the evening in our supervised Youth Centers & Teen Lounges.

ages 3–7 will love our Princess Pelicans program. They can participate in a variety of programs including art projects, sports and games, educational activities, and even pizza and ice cream parties. Plus, kids can take part in fun events such as talent shows, dance parties, pajama parties and special gettogether dinners. They’ll even paint their own T-shirts and create

other custom souvenirs of their cruise.

’TWEENS WILL REVEL in Shockwaves — a special venue with activities just for them. They can enjoy parties, join sports tournaments

and scavenger hunts, watch movies, learn to cook with our Jr.CHEF@Sea program, participate in talent shows, or enjoy educational programs. Whatever their age, kids on a cruise with Princess will find fun-filled activities suited just for them. *Ocean and Pacific Princess offer youth/teen programs only when 20 or more children, ages 3–17, are traveling on a given voyage.

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PARTIES • GAMES • DANCE PARTIES PLAYSTATION ® • NINTENDO ® WII TM

REMIX What’s a teen to do

SPORTS COMPETITIONS • AND MORE

on a Princess ship? Plenty — because our

Remix teen program is the hottest thing on the ocean. Come make new friends and hang in your own dedicated Teen Lounge with music, games, dance parties, yoga and Playstation.® There are hip hop classes, karaoke, mocktail parties, late-night poolside movies, talent shows and sports competitions.

If you haven’t checked it out,

come to Remix.

It’s the place to be at sea!

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THE NIGHT BELONGS TO YOU Step out for an evening of adventure and excitement on a ship of dreams.

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ACTIVITIES

NIGHTTIME

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME you could go out without a single worry — and have so much to choose from? It’s a rare luxury to be able to walk out of your stateroom any evening, and within a short stroll be able to take in a musical, roll the dice in a lively casino, settle into a piano bar for some cocktails and live music or dance the night away in a state-of-the-art nightclub. From comedy and magic acts to movies by the pool to champagne in an intimate lounge, there’s always more to do than you could fit in an evening. Fortunately, you’ve got many nights ahead to enjoy all the evenings Princess® holds in store for you.

Whether for a few hours in the lounge or an evening of dancing, don’t miss this chance to cut loose and be enchanted by the night.

Be sure to drop by the Atrium for the fabulous champagne waterfall, or get out on deck for a stroll beneath the stars in the balmy tropical air.

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CASINO GAMING

Princess Is Your

LADY LUCK The onboard casinos offer a chance to play, watch the wheel spin, press the slot buttons and bring home the winnings.

ARE YOU FEELING LUCKY? An evening of gaming and good fortune is beckoning you to the casino, where you can try your luck at any of your favorite games of chance. Our fabulous, contemporary casinos blend a bit of the excitement of Vegas with an elegant ambience to create a gaming experience unique to Princess. In these lively rooms, you can join other passengers for blackjack, roulette and, of course, an array of slot machines. There may even be a poker tournament getting under way with a seat just for you. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an avid gamer or just an occasional enthusiast, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love the Princess casinos. Those on our grand ships are some of the largest at sea!

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SHOWS

ENTERTAINMENT

Music, dance & all that

JAZZ LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, please take your seats. The lights are dimming, the curtain’s opening, and the show is about to begin.

OUR ORIGINAL MUSICALS

are unforgettable — combining lavish stage sets and compelling scores with the song and dance of a troupe of professional singers and dancers. On every voyage with Princess,® you’ll have the opportunity to attend several different musical productions, each custom created just for our passengers. Check your Princess Patter each day to find out about that evening’s offering. And we’ll see you at the show!

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PRINCESS CRUISES

CAPTAIN’S CIRCLE

WELCOME TO

THE CIRCLE

Whether it’s your first cruise with Princess,® or you’ve sailed with us many times before, you’re sure to enjoy the benefits and rewards of the best loyalty program at sea.

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GOLD MEMBERS After your 1st completed cruise • Special Launch Savings • Reduced Deposit • Preferential pricing offers • Circle CenterSM Online - StandBy Program - Referral Rewards - Circle Savings AccountSM • Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle Magazine • Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle eNewsletter • Free Cruise Photo Contest • Access to a Circle Host on board • Members-only onboard events • Princess Passport • Gold Member Pin

BY VOYAGE’S END, it’s likely you will have made a new circle of friends at dinner or perhaps in the fitness center, boutiques, bars and lounges of your Princess® ship. Like you, they’re all members of a very special group — those who’ve sailed with Princess, and those we hope will sail again. WELCOME to the best loyalty program at sea. The Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle® was created to thank those passengers who cruise with us frequently — and to offer an incentive to our new passengers joining us for the very first time. A range of rewards awaits you, from exclusive onboard events to access to a Circle Host on board every cruise who can answer any questions you might have about benefits. At higher levels, you’ll receive other perks like preferred check-in, complimentary wine tasting, complimentary Internet credit, priority disembarkation and more!

TO THE RIGHT, YOU’LL FIND a chart listing the benefits of the various levels of membership. To learn more about the program, we encourage you to visit with the Circle Host on board, who can answer any questions you may have. You’ll receive a special Member Number as a Circle Member. Be sure to provide this number each time you make a booking so you can be certain to take advantage of all your benefits.

BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE... Complete 20 cruises and you’ll earn Loyalty Commends onboard credits from $25 to $100. Other benefits include a private event for the top 20 Most Traveled Passengers or a commemorative gift and bottle of champagne for the top three most traveled passengers on each voyage.

NOTE: Captain’s Circle Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the Captain’s Circle Program. Please visit princess.com or your Captain’s Circle Host on board to review the full terms of the program and to obtain further details on Member benefits.

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RUBY MEMBERS From your 4th–5th cruise, or 31–50 cruise days • Exclusive shoreside access to the Captain’s Circle Help Desk phone line • Upgrade to Princess Platinum Vacation Protection - Double benefits for Accident & Sickness Medical Expense and Baggage/Personal Effects coverage - Increases Special Cancellation Credit Feature to 100% • 10% discount off the purchase of our Reflections DVD on board • Ruby Member Pin

PLATINUM MEMBERS From your 6th–15th cruise, or 51–150 cruise days • Credit toward Internet Café packages Booking Duration

Minutes

7 days or less

150

8 - 20 days

250

21+ days

500

• Preferred check-in at Embarkation • Platinum Disembarkation Lounge • Complimentary Cruise Atlas • Platinum Member Pin

ELITE MEMBERS From your 16th cruise on, or 151+ cruise days • Complimentary shoe polishing, laundry and professional cleaning services • Priority ship-to-shore tender embarkation • Priority disembarkation • 10% boutique discount • Complimentary Grapevine Wine Tasting • Complimentary mini-bar setup • Deluxe canapés on formal nights (upon request) • Upgraded stateroom amenities • Traditional afternoon tea in stateroom (upon request) • Elite Member Pin PRINCESS CRUISES DISCOVERY

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PLAN

A FUTURE JOURNEY

BOOK YOUR NEXT CRUISE

ON BOARD

Let a Future Cruise Sales Consultant help you plan a future getaway, and you’ll get a reduced deposit and up to $300 in shipboard credits, even if you don’t yet know where you want to sail. Book a cruise or place a deposit while you’re on board and receive a special offer — up to $300 shipboard credit per stateroom. With a reduced refundable deposit of just $100 per person, you’ll get a shipboard credit good on your next cruise with Princess. If you’re unsure of your future travel plans, simply make a deposit and take up to two years to decide. This exclusive offer is available only to our onboard passengers. See your Future Cruise Consultant for details.

Shipboard Credit*

Cruise Length

Stateroom Type

3-6 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$15 $25

7-10 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$25 $50

11-16 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$75 $100

17+ days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$125 $150

(U.S./CAN)

C heck the Princess Patter daily for office hours and location. Shipboard credit is per person, for 1st and 2nd passenger only. On Sun, Dawn and Sea Princess shipboard credit converts to AUD while in Australia.

Note: Future Cruise deposits are available to international passengers. See Future Cruise Sales Consultant for details.

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THANK YOU FOR CELEBRATING OUR GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY Discover a 50th Anniversary celebration unlike any other! From a Love Boat disco deck party to a Golden Anniversary balloon drop, every sailing in 2015 offers exciting ways to celebrate onboard. Taste some of the best cuisine from the past five decades with our special 50th Anniversary Dinner. Try one of our unique 50th anniversary pizzas, reflecting some of the many regions we sail around the world. Enjoy special festive anniversary cocktails designed by expert mixologist, Spike Marchant. Plus, indulge in our new Chocolate JourneysSM program, featuring decadent chocolate desserts crafted by Master Chocolatier Norman Love. Welcome aboard Princess Cruisesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;your home at sea since 1965!

Best Cruise Line â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Cruise International

Golden balloon drop

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50th anniversary dessert.

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Life

AQUATIC World-champion free diver — and filmmaker — Guillaume Néry takes exploration to new depths. By Andrea Carneiro

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Life Aquatic | Guillaume Néry

a “It’sfeeling you won’t find anywhere else on Earth. It’s magical.

“

It should come as no surprise to those familiar with famed French free diver Guillaume Néry that prior to discovering the sport that would consume much of his adult life, his childhood fantasy held a similar theme. “My dream as a kid was to become an astronaut,” says the 32-year-old world champion. “Only a few people have the chance to pursue this dream. Today I know that I wouldn’t have been selected because of my sight.” Vision aside, his passion for exploring the unknown has driven Néry to aquatic depths spanning the globe, eventually reaching a personal best of -125 meters during training in Greece last year. But, he admits, numbers aren’t what push him to dive. “Back a few years ago, my goal was to go farther and farther, to beat as many records as possible,” he says. “Today, my vision is different. My passion toward exploration remains the same, but I don’t have an exact number in my head. One more meter would already be a step in the unknown. It’s fascinating.” Equally intriguing is the simplistic precision with which Néry approaches the sport, a form of underwater diving in which the diver attempts to reach great depths on a single breath. Outfitted in only a diving suit, mask, nose clip, Ball diver watch and monofin (a singular fin that fits both feet), he dives connected to a tether, which can pull him up should anything go awry. Basic equipment and physical prowess aside, though, it’s the mental aspect that Néry says requires the most training. “When I dive, I only send my physical body in the water. My mind already knows exactly what is going to happen,” he explains. “I’m extremely focused and completely relaxed. When I reach a certain depth, I get hallucinations, a phenomenon called narcosis.” That phenomenon inspired Narcose, a film created by Néry and his partner, free diver Julie Gautier, about narcosis — also known as “rapture of the deep” — in which the diver’s nervous system begins to feel the effects of excess nitrogen, impairing judgment and delaying physical responses much like a narcotic would.

THE MINUTE MAN As a Ball ambassador, Néry shares his experience in diving with the watchmaking team and they collaborate on design and features.

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In addition to Narcose, Néry has collaborated on several other creative endeavors, including documentaries such as the extreme sport-focused Attention, A Life in Extremes and La Traversée des Mondes, which explored a dive in the heart of the Yucatan. Calling free diving and art “my two passions,” Néry’s future projects include a movie series and a cinema-style documentary in which he’ll guide viewers — meter for meter — on a complete free dive. All of this is a far cry from Néry’s beginnings, where the loss of a breath-holding contest with a friend inspired his future. “He won, and this annoyed me,” recalls Néry. “After that, I trained myself a lot. After four weeks, I was able to hold my breath for four to five minutes. At the same period, I met Claude Chapuis, my future diving mentor, who taught me everything [I know].” Today, Néry spends his days training, traveling and spending time at home in Nice with Gautier and their daughter Maï-Lou, balancing preparing for conferences and promoting and producing new films with family dinners and school pickups. (“It’s a good mix, a balance that suits me pretty well.”) His passion for the deep is apparent still, having wandered off what he calls “the common path” to pursue a life, and occupation, that few can. “Diving in the unknown [keeps me going],” says Néry. “Discovering unexplored areas with the desire of pushing back my limits. When I dive, I go so deep that I’m surrounded by only blue. You have no point of reference; infinity is almost within reach. It’s a feeling you won’t find anywhere else on Earth. It’s magical.”

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Discover Style | Gift Guide

GIFT GUIDE

Precision timepieces and shimmering jewelry are the finishing touches for that perfect look. Here, from the top names in design, are the looks youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love to have and give.

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1. Kabana Gold Quartz Collection pendant 2. Korite Solara pendant 3. Mark Henry Moonstone Collection ring

4. Orocal Gold quartz ring 5. Gift Collection Tiara diamond ring 6. Day2Night Reversible earrings

7. TrueLove Diamonds Infinity ring 8. Crown of Light Spark Brilliant ring

9. Mark Henry Celestial Collection

10. TrueLove Infinity Bracelet 11. Safi Kilima Nalah Masai Collection earrings

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Discover Style | Gift Guide

GIFT GUIDE

1. Zenith Pilot Type 20 GMT 1903 watch 2. Hublot Classic Fusion King watch 3. Shinola Runwell Collection watch 4. Raymond Weil Freelancer Collection watch

5. Philip Stein Round Signature Collection watch

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Bring your Shopping Spotlight newsletter into port. Tuck it into your purse or pocket and put the port at your fingertips.

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Your Shopping Spotlight newsletter will be delivered to your stateroom each night. Make sure to take it with you into port. You can also see your Princess Shopping Host for more specific information. The hostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desk hours are listed in your Princess Patter.

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Regal Jewelers

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Alex and Ani Stackable bangles set

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By Jonathan Siskin

PHOTOS BY: (PARK) CAROL M. HIGHSMITH/LIBRARY OF CONGRESS; (BEAR) DAN KOSMAYER/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

DEN ALI NATIONAL PAR K

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ABOVE: An aerial view of the park; LEFT: A park resident.

North America’s highest point was The High One, or The Great One, to the Athabascan Native tribes who were Alaska’s first inhabitants. But Denali is much more than the name given to the crown of the 600-mile Alaska Range. It’s also the name of the vast national park and preserve that is the quintessential Alaskan interior experience. This immense preserved and protected area started with about 2 million acres in 1917 as Mount McKinley National Park, named for then-U.S. Representative (and later President) William McKinley. In 1980, park boundaries were enlarged by 4 million acres and the name was changed to Denali National Park & Preserve; the highest peak is still known officially as Mount McKinley. At its current 6 million acres, the park is actually larger than the entire state of Massachusetts. The park and its surroundings came into being largely due to the work of two men: Charles Sheldon, a conservationist, naturalist and hunter; and guide Harry Karstens, with whom, between 1906 and 1908,

Sheldon explored the region that would eventually become the park. Sheldon got the park established after working diligently for a decade, while Karstens went on to make the first ascent of McKinley and become the park’s first superintendent. As it did then, the Denali experience involves more than getting a glimpse of Mount McKinley. In fact, many visitors never even see Mount McKinley: It’s “out” from the clouds only one in three days, on average. But with so much else to see and do, a Mount McKinley sighting is just one of the many jewels in the Denali crown.

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there are still more than 650 unique species of flowering plants and dozens of species of moss, lichen, algae and more along the valleys and slopes of Denali. The Wildlife Many visitors remember their wildlife viewing long after seeing (or not seeing) Mount McKinley. Quite simply, the sheer variety and uniqueness of Denali’s wildlife make each trip into the park special. From spring to fall, wildlife viewing in Denali is simply spectacular. Just listing them here doesn’t do the experience justice, but a trip can include grizzly bear (and cubs), moose, caribou and Dall sheep. In fact, these four animals are known as the “Big Four” of Denali wildlife viewing, and any visit that includes all of them is considered a big-time success. Wolves, which usually travel in packs, are rarely seen. Park rangers concur that a wolf-spotting makes a park visit even more special. Smaller animals often seen during a Denali visit include red squirrels, ground squirrels, porcupines, beavers, hoar y

marmots, weasels and snowshoe hares. More than 35 different mammal species live in the park and preserve. At around 160 species, the bird life is also incredibly varied; bird-watchers travel thousands of miles to Denali in order to add to their bucket lists. The possibilities include ptarmigans, Lapland longspurs, owls, eagles and other raptors. Many birds travel phenomenal distances to spend the summer in Alaska, including wheatears from Africa and Arctic terns from Antarctica and southern South America. Seeing It All Visitors can choose from many different ways to explore the Denali area. From a simple hike in the shadow of Mount McKinley to a helicopter tour of the area, from river rafting to naturalist-led activities, the possibilities seem as infinite as Denali’s landscape and wildlife.

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The Landscape It all starts with the incredibly beautiful and diverse scenery. Sitting below the peaks of the McKinley massif is a land of rivers and landscape unmatched in North America. Situated about 240 miles nor th of Anchorage and less than half that distance south of Fairbanks, Denali National Park spreads to the west of bustling George Parks Highway and into a wilderness rarely matched in the world. Mount McKinley is an ever-present part of the landscape. Its height of 20,237 feet makes it one of the Seven Summits, the highest peaks on the world’s continents. The formation of this majestic mountain and the rest of the Alaska Range began tens of millions of years ago, thanks to a massive collision of two tectonic plates. Today, more than 75 percent of Mount McKinley is covered in snowfall and glaciers year-round, and conditions are virtually always harsh. Below McKinley and the other towering mountains, the plant life of the park has adapted over thousands of years to the quite-cold winters and short summers. But

ABOVE: Denali viewed from a helicopter; LEFT: A wolf sighting.

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JUNE AUAL ASK A Alaska’s bustling capital and gateway to Glacier Bay, Juneau charmingly blends past and present. It’s a modern city built upon the tailings of an old gold mine. The city’s cosmopolitan style is evident in contemporary museums and office buildings, sophisticated shops and fine restaurants. Yet many are drawn to its fascinating history, which is lovingly preserved in and around its original false-fronted buildings and narrow, winding streets. Wildlife and nature are major attractions. The area surrounding the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center is a showcase for glacial activity and boasts a network of trails to explore. Juneau is home to 114 species of birds, all five species of salmon and several species of whales — not to mention brown and black bears. Ten miles outside the city, Admiralty Island National Monument shelters the largest brown bear population in Southeast Alaska.

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Quick Guide Famed for: The “drive-up” Mendenhall Glacier, which survives from the Little Ice Age of more than 3,000 years ago. It’s a Fact: The city is named after Joe Juneau, who started a gold rush with fellow prospector Richard Harris in 1880.

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Signature Souvenirs: Whale-themed gifts; gold nuggets; Native art from local galleries.

OPPOSITE PAGE: A Princess cruise takes in a glacial view; TOP: Glacier Bay National Park; RIGHT: A view of Juneau from the Gastineau Channel.

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MENDENHALL GL A CIER

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Icy Beauty Mendenhall Glacier is named after Thomas Corwin Mendenhall, a prominent scientist who helped oversee a crucial survey that determined the international boundary between Canada and Alaska. Previously, the famed naturalist John Muir had visited the glacier in 1879 and named it Auk Glacier in honor of a local Tlingit Indian village. Muir called the glacier “one of the most beautiful of all the coastal glaciers.” More than a centur y later, Mendenhall Glacier still is one of the Inside Passage’s top natural sights. Like all glaciers, it can be enjoyed as a spectacle flaunting sublime blue colors and ineffable textures. At the same time, it also serves as a time capsule, an outdoor classroom showcasing Alaska’s extraordinary geology and climatic history. “This is a neat place,” said Laurie Craig, a Visitor Center interpreter. “It’s not just beautiful. You also get to see some very impressive forces that shaped this region.”

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The most accessible of all the stupendous “rivers of ice” in the Inside Passage, Mendenhall Glacier dazzles visitors and makes the region a one-of-a-kind destination. Known as “the drive-up glacier” because it can be reached by car, Mendenhall Glacier lies just north of Juneau. It is the best known of the 38 glaciers that are fed by the Juneau Icefield, a 1,500-square-mile expanse of rock, ice and snow. Bigger than Rhode Island, the ice field is a remnant of the Little Ice Age, a period that started 3,000 years ago and lasted midway through the 18th century. The ice field is perpetually replenished by annual snowfall that often tops 100 feet, with a buildup of snow and ice up to 4,500 feet thick. Mendenhall Glacier stretches 13 miles from the ice field in the mountains to its terminus at Mendenhall Lake, where the glacial face — half a mile wide, 100 feet thick and electric-blue — can be seen from a popular Visitor Center on the shoreline.

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Nature On the Move The glacier may possess a frozen, still grandeur, but it’s hardly inert, Craig noted. A dynamic, moving force, the glacier is the overflow from a vast ice field, slowly and inexorably drawn down by gravity from 4,500-foot-high mountains to its terminus near sea level. Moving at the proverbial glacial pace, the ice edges forward at an average rate of a few feet per day, taking more than 200 years to make the journey from upper elevations to the 220-foot-deep lake. “It’s like slow-moving lava,” said Craig. “It acquires wrinkles, crevasses and texture as it moves across the terrain.” Mendenhall Glacier doesn’t just move. It displays tremendous erosive power as it grinds through the landscape. Scouring debris from valley walls and scraping underlying bedrock, the glacier burrows deep, leaving enduring marks on the topography. Near the Visitor Center, the presence of grooved, polished rocks is evidence of the glacier’s sandpaper-like effects. The glacier is also responsible for the milky, gray-green cast that colors the lake, the result of “rock flour” deposited in the water when bedrock is ground into a fine powder. Like most of Juneau Ice Field’s glaciers, Taku being the only exception, Mendenhall Glacier is receding. Since 1765, the glacier has been in a slow, gradual retreat because its rate of melting has exceeded its rate of accumulation. In the 18th century, at its maximum advance, the glacier’s toehold in the valley extended from its present position to a spot two and a half miles downward. Today, receding ice has allowed land buried for thousands of years to re-emerge and begin a new, remarkable ecological cycle. At first, bare rock and soil are exposed, but lichens and moss soon appear. Then grass and shrubs emerge, followed by alder, willow and other deciduous trees. Finally, Sitka spruce, western hemlock and other conifers take hold, inaugurating the new forest. “These are stages of life,” said Craig. A husky sled dog.

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JASMINE GEMS AND JEWELRY 325 S. Franklin Street Juneau, AK 99801

Where the world shops factory direct Home of 14 kt gold and 1 ct tanzanite earrings starting at $89 Exceptional variety of whale tail pendants featuring the colors of Alaska starting at $24 Save thousands on pre-owned Rolex watches (Not affiliated with Rolex USA) The exclusive retailer of “THE GALATEA COLLECTION” of Diamond In a Pearl and DavinChi Cut gems.

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LOCAL TREASURES

Symbols of Alaska to Take Home and Treasure Claim your own piece of Alaska with a souvenir version of the state’s emblems. Look for a list of local retailers in the Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway port of call sections. Fur Most people think of the Gold Rush when they think of Alaska, but the region’s first hot commodity was fur. Russian traders and Native hunters had their most profitable relationship in the early to mid-1800s. Gold The buzz started sometime after the U.S. purchase of Alaska in 1867. All-out gold fever finally struck in the 1880s. The precious metal was found in Juneau, on the Klondike River and on the beaches of Nome. Prospectors rushed to Alaska to find their own fortunes. Knives Hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts rely on their knives’ sharpness, but beauty also counts for at least one: the ulu (OO-loo) knife. It has been used for thousands of years, serving as a multipurpose blade used for everything from skinning animals to trimming blocks of ice to build igloos. The original ulu had a bone, ivory or wood handle, often embellished with distinctive marks carved by the knife’s creator. Masks Inuit masks are ranked among the finest tribal art in the world, traditionally worn by dancers in religious ceremonies honoring

the spirits of birds or animals that are hunted or need to be appeased. The Tlingit and other coastal tribes produce transformation masks with several faces concealed within a single face, while the Aleuts create bone masks worn at burials that are broken and thrown away after completion of the funeral rites. Salmon Many of Alaska’s Native communities rely on salmon as a food and an economic source, and the rest of the world has caught up to them. Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 oils, the “good” fats. Alaska salmon is sold fresh as whole fish, steaks and fillets, as well as preserved in cans.

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Totem Poles A traditional art form among Natives of Southeast Alaska, totem poles reflect ancestral pride by depicting the lives and history of the people who create them. They are carved out of huge cedar trees and often display carvings of animals found in the region, such as eagles, ravens, frogs, bears, wolves and whales. After they are erected, totem poles stand as long as nature permits, typically 50 or 60 years. When the pole eventually falls to the ground, it is left to decay or is used for firewood.

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Where to find local mementos in port Alaska Fish & Chips Company Alaska

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Classic, pub-style wild Alaskan halibut and chips served up hot with a cold pint of locally brewed Alaskan Brewing Company beer! Sample our fresh seafood tacos and more right on the Juneau docks. Located in the big blue wharf building by the floatplane docks right on the pier. Open rain or shine from 11 a.m., seven days a week.

2 Marine Way, Suite 125 | 907-723-5935

Alaska Fur Gallery North America’s largest fur and leather manufacturer, Alaska Fur Gallery specializes in quality furs at affordable prices with “fashion that moves.” Our furs are the perfect gift to give or receive. If you don't know furs, know your furrier! Alaska Fur Gallery, master furrier.

359 South Franklin Street akfurgallery.com | 888-722-3877

Alaska Juneau Mining Company Visit one of Juneau's largest and most unique gift stores. We offer a huge selection of apparel, gifts and souvenirs with prices to fit any budget. Be sure to take a photo of the pod of Orca Whales suspended above the store.

425 South Franklin Street | 907-463-5595

Alaska Knifeworks Alaskan Knifeworks is located inside the blue Merchants Wharf building on the waterfront, right next door to Alaskan Gourmet Foods and the Alaska Fish & Chips Company. Not just another souvenir store. Alaska Knifeworks, from their one and only location, can easily ship your purchase home, so be sure to ask about FREE SHIPPING! Look for their Alaskan caribou antler pocketknives, fillet knives and top-quality ulus you won’t find anywhere else. Sportsmen, if you fish or hunt back home, or if you know someone back home who loves the outdoors, this is a must-stop destination for your cruise. Alaska Knifeworks has expert staff on hand to help you. For easy shipping of high quality knives, binoculars for your trip and much more, be sure to visit this true Alaskan store.

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Ride Southeast Alaska’s only aerial tramway! At 1800 feet above sea level, the Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway treats you to Juneau’s stunning panorama. From the Chilkat Range to Stephens Passage, the expansive views are a photographer’s dream. The short ride to 1,800 feet above sea level is a breathtaking way to see the Capital City, waterfront and surrounding mountains. When you arrive at the Mountain House, enjoy dining with a view at the Timberline Bar & Grill, serving local seafood and a variety of dishes. Try our signature Crab Nachos, with locally brewed Alaskan Brewery beer. Then, “Shop at the Top” in Raven Eagle Gifts & Gallery, where you’ll find something for everyone on your list. Raven Eagle features gifts, souvenirs, clothing and original, Alaska Native made art. Meet master artist, Doug Chilton, who is carving a cedar totem pole in the shop. Then, visit the Chilkat Theatre for our awardwinning film on Tlingit history and culture, “Seeing Daylight.”

Outside the Mountain House, meet the Juneau R aptor Center ’s education eagle and have a personal experience with one of America’s great birds. The Nature Center’s knowledgeable staff can provide information about the trails, wildlife and environment. Interactive displays entertain and educate all ages. On Mount Roberts, you can hike wellmaintained rainforest and sub-alpine trails. Culturally modified trees are carved with traditional, historic images. Watch for songbirds, deer and marmots from the observation platforms. The interpretive signage and audio tour provides a wealth of information about the natural environment. Indoors or out, there is something for all ages, interests, and abilities atop Mount Roberts! The ADA accessible Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway runs every five minutes and tickets are good all day. Come and go at your leisure. See your Shore Excursion Desk for tickets!

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ride southeast alaska’s only aerial tramway to shopping, dining, hiking, Native culture & spectacular views high above downtown Juneau. See Shore Excursion Desk for Details — a t t he t op — Timberline Bar & Grill Raven Eagle Gifts & Gallery Nature Center: Trails & Interpretive Information Complimentary, Award-winning Film on Tlingit Culture Observation Platforms Wildlife and Bird Viewing Rainforest & Sub-alpine Hiking

gol d b elt tourism Mount Roberts Tramway is operated by Goldbelt Incorporated, Juneau’s urban Alaska Native Corporation. Goldbelt Shareholders are proud to share the Alaska Native way of life with visitors through their stories, song and art.

Watch local Native artisans at work when you shop at Raven Eagle Gifts & Gallery.

Timberline Bar & Grill—featuring Alaska seafood, locally brewed beers and a Dungeness crab feed in season.

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SP O T T ING AL A SK A’S P L AY F U L G I A N T S Where to find local mementos in port Alaskan Gourmet Foods Alaskan Gourmet Foods is located inside the blue Merchants Wharf building on the waterfront, right next door to Alaska Knifeworks and the Alaska Fish & Chips Company. This is the place for true Alaskan Surf & Turf! You’ll find a sea of smoked salmon and mountains of wild game sausages. High quality Alaskan flavors are what Alaskan Gourmet Foods is known for. Featuring wild king and sockeye salmon, local favorites, caught and smoked in the traditional way right here in Alaska. You won’t find any “souvenir salmon” on the shelves — this is where locals in-the-know get their smoked salmon! Caribou sausage is another favorite among locals, and a rare treat to take home. Stop by for free in-store Ulu demonstrations. Don’t be fooled by the souvenirs, get a true Alaskan made ulu. Don’t worry about traveling with your treasures, we can easily ship home these expertly prepared shelf stable products, and everything is fully approved for travel.

2 Marine Way, Suite 119 alaskangourmetfoods.com | 907-957-1870

Alpaca International Masterfully crafted in Peru and known as “The Gold Of The Andes,” our luxurious alpaca wool is 100 percent natural, hypoallergenic, light, warm and eco- and animal-friendly. Our sweaters, coats, jackets and hand-finished accessories reflect the craftsmanship and creativity of our team of artisans, designers and tailors. The collection comes in an array of natural and bright colors, with each piece evoking elegance, sophistication and impeccable tailoring.

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Caribou Crossings Buy “Made in Alaska” products here! Showcasing over 60 of Alaska’s leading artists, they search statewide to bring you crafts found in this distinctive store. Owned and operated by a local Juneau family. Located in the golden-yellow building near the Tram.

387 South Franklin Street cariboucrossings.com | 877-586-5008

Global Communications Cracked phone or other cell phone problems? Global Communications repairs cell phones fast, and offers free long distance. We also have great nationwide and international rates. We are your home for cell phone accessories, including iPad cases, chargers, headphones, smart watches and other wireless products. E-cigs also available.

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By Janet Groene

Every February, thousands of whales embark on their yearly migration from the sunny south to the crisp waters off Alaska. These majestic sea creatures have followed the same routes for millennia. Generations of whales have made the yearly trek north from their southern breeding grounds, and humans have often followed along. Previously hunted throughout the oceans, Alaska’s whales now attract more gentle admirers. Visitors who flock to Alaska rarely miss a chance to see these magnificent underwater mammals in action. Humpback whales are often spotted near Juneau and Seward as they visit nearby feeding grounds, unfazed at the ships passing nearby as they bubble feed, tail slap and sometimes even jump straight up out of the water, a spectacular sight known as breeching. One of the largest animals to have ever existed, averaging more than 40 feet in length, these gentle behemoths can be quite inquisitive and have been known to swim right up close and personal to passing ships. Minke whales, which are smaller than humpbacks but still average 24 feet in length, are often spotted in the same areas. While minkes are less inclined to engage in the same kind of aquatic acrobatics as their larger cousins, minkes remain impressive animals in their own right. However, not all whales winter in the south. Unlike their wandering cousins, Baird’s beaked whales and orcas live off Alaska’s icy waters year-round. Baird’s beaked whales, which can reach up to 40 feet long, are seldom seen, but orcas remain fairly common. Known for their distinctive black and white patterns, orcas (colloquially known as killer whales) can reach up to 32 feet in length. They’re most often found in the Inside Passage near Victoria, Seward and Juneau, where many pods of orca families reside. Common orca behaviors include tail slapping and leaping out of the water while swimming, known as porpoising. The brilliant white beluga whale also lives in the Arctic all year long, spending summers by the Alaskan shore as they follow migrating fish. They’ve even been found upstream, visiting the Yukon River in Alaska and the St. Lawrence River in Canada to gobble up salmon. Small compared with other whales, reaching just over 14 feet, slow-moving belugas travel in groups of up to 100, gliding through the water at only 5 to 10 miles per hour. There are plenty of other marine mammals to see, from the adorable black and white Dall’s porpoise to the massive 50-foot gray whale. Juneau offers numerous excursions that take visitors to the best whalewatching hotspots on ships ranging from six passengers to more than 100. However, one of the best ways to see Alaska’s whales is right from the deck of a cruise ship, where onboard naturalists know how to spot them from a distance and are happy to answer questions about whale biology, habitats and history. Humpback whales playing in the ocean in Juneau, Alaska.

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Where to find local mementos in port House of Russia Discover Juneau’s rich Russian history! Explore the enormous selection of traditional handicrafts from Russia’s top artists. For over 25 years, the local owners have individually hand-selected every object in this store. Located in the golden-yellow building near the Juneau Tram.

389 South Franklin Street | 877-770-2778

Juneau Trading Company Located directly on Juneau’s new sea walk. Come enjoy a free cup of coffee while you shop. We promise to have everything on your list all under one roof, even buy a tour from the tour center.

720 South Franklin Street | 907-463- 4480

G O IN G FOR THE GOLD By Ginger Dingus

Raven Eagle Gifts & Gallery Ride the Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway and “Shop at the Top” at Raven Eagle Gifts! Enjoy breathtaking views, and then step inside Raven Eagle Gifts for Alaska Native fine art and gifts. Also find unique collectibles and mementos of Juneau.

490 South Franklin Street | 888-461-8726

The Alaskan Fudge Co. Fresh, creamy fudge made daily right before your eyes. Twentyone different flavors of fudge, caramel corn, cookies, homemade peanut and cashew brittle, ice cream, caramels, turtles, clusters and so much more! Family owned. Come in for the perfect gift!

195 South Franklin Street fudgealaska@gmail.com | 800-323-8343

Tracy’s King Crab Shack Tracy’s King Crab Shack

Featuring Alaska’s famous king crab from the Bering Sea, Tracy’s king crab bisque, NEW homemade crab cakes and more. Visit Tracy’s King Crab Shack and our new retail Shack Shop to celebrate our 10-year anniversary at our new location right off the dock. Reservations not required.

406 South Franklin Street | 907-723-1811

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Gold, found in lumps the size of beans, put Juneau on the map. Until 1880, when Chief Kowee led prospectors Joe Juneau and Richard Harris to glittering riches, the remote wilderness spot was best known as a Tlingit Indian fishing site. Within a decade, the Juneau Gold Belt had become a booming center of hard-rock gold mining with miles of cold, dark tunnels blasted underground. By 1915, the Alaska Gastineau Mine and Mill alone crushed a record 10,000 tons of gold-bearing ore a day. The mine, one of the world’s largest, prospered until World War I called miners to the front lines. Postwar gold prices hovering around $20 an ounce soon forced the mine to close. By then, 500,000 ounces of gold had been recovered from 12 million tons of ore. Across the Gastineau Channel, the Treadwell Gold Mining Company helped birth a startlingly modern neighborhood with a dance hall, tennis court and indoor swimming pool. The houses had electricity. Treadwell’s mines went on to extract nearly $70 million in gold before their sudden end in 1917 when the swimming pool mysteriously emptied and the mineshafts flooded with seawater as a result of questionable mining practices. Today, visitors can cruise around Gastineau Channel on a replica steamboat to see the remains of the mines. The Alaska Gastineau Mine offers tours of its underground tunnels, while a marked trail leads through the Treadwell Mine Historical Park.

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K E T C HIK A NAL ASK A Ketchikan is often referred to as the Rain Capital of Alaska since rain may fall every day. But Ketchikanners don’t seem to mind. In fact, they proudly predict: “If you can’t see Deer Mountain, it’s raining, and if you can see it, it’s going to rain!” So be careful when you use the phrase “Save it for a rainy day.”

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Quick Guide Famed for: Totem poles; Native villages; the vast Tongass National Forest — the largest national forest in the United States. It’s a Fact: In the 1880s, pioneers came to Ketchikan to fish for salmon rather than pan for gold.

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Signature Souvenirs: Salmon products; miniature totem poles; other items from the boutiques on Creek Street.

TOP: Shopping village in Ketchikan; RIGHT: Quiet moorage; LEFT: Princess sails into Ketchikan.

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Ketchikan peeks out of the mist like a hidden treasure, and when the sun does come out, it shines on one of the prettiest spots in Southeast Alaska. As Alaska’s southernmost town, Ketchikan offers a taste of what visitors are in for — bald eagles diving into the Tongass Narrows almost every evening, catching fishermen’s discarded bait; floatplanes landing after a day of flightseeing to Misty Fjords; a landscape of endless forest; waterfalls; and the whoosh of exhaling killer whales. Walk along Creek Street, a former red-light district that’s now home to a line of boutiques just minutes from the dock, and check for spawning salmon in the waters below. Or get adventurous and see what’s under the water. Ketchikan has some of Alaska’s best snorkeling. This is the best place in the world to see totem poles, whether you’re strolling beside the water at Totem Bight State Historical Park, admiring the antique poles at the Totem Heritage Center or visiting the massive collection at the Tlingit village of Saxman. Other regions have poles, but not this many — and nowhere else do so many people keep totem poles in their front yards. Totem poles represent history, a way of telling a story. Alaska’s story begins here in Ketchikan, under the totems’ watchful gaze.

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Today’s totem carvers add new faces to the landscape In the old days, a totem-pole carver might have to pay with his life. As far back as 500 years ago, the first thing visitors would see when approaching a village in Southeast Alaska would be a line of totem poles facing the ocean. One glance at the geometric designs would be enough to detect who lived in the town, what clans were represented and something about the people and their history. Totem poles were never religious objects; instead, they told stories, keeping the past alive. Traditionally, the Native men who carved the poles were the only people welcome in every village, and they worked hard for this honor. Entrusted with the memory of a people, carvers went through much the same training as a shaman. Then, before a village hired a pole carver, they’d make him pass the equivalent of a graduate-level exam on local mythology. It could take a year to carve a large pole and if, in the end, the carver got it wrong, if he’d done something that changed the story, his life was in the villagers’ hands. The Totem Renaissance While those days are gone, there’s a new generation — the new wave of totem-pole carvers. Working out of carving sheds in almost every Alaskan town of size, combining innovative styles with time-honored tools, they’re finding ways to tell the story of a region that is changing dramatically. They’re adding words to the language of the totem pole and discovering just how flexible that language is. The carvers are now making totem poles relevant to everyone, expanding their community to encompass the globe. The carving revival happened just in time. Totem poles nearly became extinct in the first half of the 20th century. Poles have a natural life span of about 60 years, and when that period was over, they were formerly left to rot and decay. Many poles were hitting this point right when the Canadian government was suppressing Native traditions and the Alaskan government was making a conscious effort to put Native culture on the back burner. Totem poles and Native art keep culture alive by telling stories of life in Southeast Alaska.

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The carving revival happened just as a new appreciation for Native traditions had begun taking shape. But the tide finally turned in the 1950s with renewed interest in local customs and Native rights. Today, the new breed of carvers reaches out to a new audience. Tlingit Norman Jackson of Ketchikan said he carves so “everybody [will] understand our people. That’s why I learned you have to share the art.” The first step was to bring the old poles back. Most carvers now learn their craft by making faithful reproductions of dying poles. Wayne Price, a Tlingit from Haines, and non-Native Steve Brown from Seattle carved five replicas for the Kik-Setti Totem Park in Wrangell. Tlingit Nathan Jackson of Ketchikan, Southeast Alaska’s premier carver, made a beautiful Masterpieces of expression.

replica of a pole taken from the region in 1899 by the Harriman Expedition, part of a turn-of-the-century pole rush, when museums and private collectors all over the world started grabbing poles while the grabbing was good. Adroit Artisans Poles have always been car ved from wester n red cedar, and most poles are 2 or 3 feet in diameter. To get that smooth inner wood, the carver must hunt through the old-growth rain forest for a tree perhaps three times that size, one that was young when British Captain James Cook sailed in the area in the late-18th century. After a century of logging in the Southeast’s forests, the biggest challenge facing the artisans at present might well be finding a suitable tree. Before carving begins, the log is cut in half and hollowed out to prevent the wood from cracking. Carvers could use modern power tools, of course, but they eschew them. Most poles are still carved with a

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small hatchet, called an adz, and an assortment of drawknives. Even the paint jobs tend to be conventional, with pigments made of plants, charcoal and oxides. Using ancestral techniques doesn’t mean the carvers are adhering to the old styles, however. The new poles offer novel twists: a mirror to represent the sun and a Care Bear to please the carver’s daughter on Native Alaskan Lee Wallace’s poles outside Ketchikan’s Cape Fox Lodge; crossed flags of a state that didn’t exist when the first totems were carved on a Nathan Jackson pole at Ketchikan’s Totem Heritage Center; a stylized mother holding a realistic baby, both sheltered by a classic raven and frog on Nathan Jackson’s son Stephen’s masterpiece pole at Juneau’s tramway. The current generation of carvers freely mixes and matches old and new elements. The tale is more important than how it’s told, and though once limited by tradition, nowadays the stories are about anything from the record of a hunting trip

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to the report of a great vacation. A lot of recent poles are simply about the pole creation itself, focusing on who designed it, who was behind it and the community considering having a pole made a way to come together. Putting up a pole has always been a serious, expensive business. In 1879, the famed naturalist John Muir wrote, “The erection of a totem pole … is often talked of for a year or two beforehand [and] from 100 to 200 blankets, worth three dollars apiece, are paid to the genius who carves them.” Today, a carver can easily be paid upward of $2,000 per foot of artwork. Money is forthcoming. Towns are commissioning poles. Private collectors are putting poles in their houses, and no upscale establishment in Alaska is considered complete without a couple of poles. Worldwide museums are

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commissioning poles, both replicas and originals. A pole raising still brings everybody out. It can take a hundred people or more to carry a big pole. In the past, the carver would dance, with all his tools hanging from him, while someone else told the story of the pole. Now, you probably won’t get the dance, but the storytelling remains the high point of the ceremony and the celebration goes on all night. No matter how the poles alter in form, no matter how the reasons for putting up a pole may change, the spirit behind the poles stays the same. As Nathan Jackson explained in a radio interview, poles tell “what we are, what we belong to, and what we’re born with.” They’re the faces of the coastal landscape, stories of the past and present given to the future.

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and the fun. Take this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail aboard a real Alaskan crabbing vessel and to experience what few ever have. Since its inception in 2008, this tour has won “Tour of the Year” seven years running. It is one of the top-rated tours on cruise lines and is one of the most lauded excursions on travel websites. Customer service is a top priority with this company and guests will not be disappointed. Be prepared with your cameras to capture amazing photos of the beautiful Alaskan wilderness and enjoy some of the best wildlife viewing in the world. No other tour offers this experience, and for those looking to immerse themselves in the spirit of The Last Frontier, this is the tour for you. This tour is appropriate for guests with limited mobility as well as wheelchair guests. Minimum age: 5

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It’s the Alaska you’ve been dreaming of! Bring your cameras and prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure as you cruise the calm, protected waters of Southeast Alaska aboard the working boat Aleutian Ballad. Fans of the Discovery Channel program Deadliest Catch may be familiar with this ship, as it was rolled over in a rogue wave during season 2 of the program. It survived that night and has now been retrofitted to welcome guests in comfort and style. On this 3-hour adventure, you will see the crew pull up a variety of fishing gear and pots filled with rockfish, cod, starfish, octopus, prawns, halibut and, of course, a variety of crab, all brought aboard for guests to see and touch. The eagle-viewing portion of the tour is breathtaking as eagles fly and feed within yards of the boat. The fishermen will share their tales of life at sea — the danger, the adventure

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Where to find local mementos in port Arctic Spirit Gallery Specializing in authentic Northwest Coast and Alaskan Native art, Arctic Spirit Gallery is locally owned and operated. Featuring baleen baskets and basketry, walrus ivory carvings, whalebone fossil carvings, totem poles, Bentwood boxes, wood masks, Haida argillite carvings and a vast collection of Native art from Barrow to Southeast Alaska.

318 Mission Street arcticspiritgallery.com | 907-228-2277

Fish Pirate’s Gifts Argh, matey! Get your Alaskan Fish Pirate treasures here, including smoked salmon, ulus, jewelry and Fish Pirate Saloon gear, all with plenty of in-store specials. Enjoy your meal upstairs, and then join us afterward on the first floor. Think fun. Think adventure. Think Fish Pirate's Gifts.

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Global Communications Cracked phone or other cell problems? Global Communications repairs cell phones and offers cell service with ACS. We also have prepaid phones. No deposit, no credit check and no cancellation fee. We are your home for cell phone accessories, including iPad cases, chargers, headphones, smart watches and other wireless products. E-cigs also sold.

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Great Alaskan Souvenirs & Gifts Great Alaskan Souvenirs & Gifts is a locally owned and operated Alaskan souvenir and T-shirt store located next to the Salmon Landing Market. We offer shirts, jackets, souvenirs, salmon, unique gifts and much more. Don’t forget to shop in our fun kids’ shop!

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SIGNS TELL STORY OF K E T C HIK A N ’ S L I V ELY PA S T One of the best ways to take in Ketchikan’s fascinating history and culture may simply be a leisurely stroll around town. And now, thanks to more than a dozen informative signs placed at important sites throughout the city, it is easier than ever to learn about the Ketchikan’s economic, social and even racy past. The Ketchikan Historic Commission installed 15 signs on many historically significant buildings in town. The signs spotlight famous locales like Annie’s Place and Dolly’s House (both former brothels) on Creek Street, as well as the historic New York Hotel & Café. The signage project also recognizes some lesser-known Ketchikan gems like the former location of the once-bustling Ketchikan Shingle Mill. A second signage project resulted in five additional storyboards that feature the historic and present-day relationship between Ketchikan, salmon and the town’s fishing lifestyle in general. Signs highlight the earliest commercial canning operations (including Fidalgo Island Packing Co.), the location of the largest charter fleet in Southeast Alaska, famed Ketchikan Creek (once a summer fish camp for Alaska natives) and more. Signs can be found at the Mountain Point boat harbor, on Stedman Street near Trident Seafoods, at Thomas Basin Marina and at Knudson Cove Marina. All these signs are in addition to the stunning array of public art on display along the dock areas and promenades of historic Ketchikan. — Lynn Seldon

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The Tongass National Forest, encompassing more than 16 million acres, is the largest national forest in the United States and an integral part of Ketchikanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy and lifestyle. Most people are surprised to learn that the Tongass is a rain forest, albeit a temperate one; there is no defined rainy season and rain may fall here every day. On the first floor of Ketchikanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Federal Building, the U.S. Forest Service Interpretive Center runs an excellent program about this natural wonder.

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We sell and ship Alaskaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best hand-processed smoked and fresh salmon

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SALMON C A P I TA L O F THE WORLD In Ketchikan, salmon is more than just a traditional food. It’s an iconic animal with a deep spiritual meaning for Native cultures. This legendary fish has played an essential role in sustaining local communities. Whether it’s attending a salmon bake, going on a fishing excursion or buying a piece of native art depicting the legendary salmon of Haida and Tlingit folklore, a visit to Alaska isn’t complete without connecting with salmon in one way or another. In honor of its past, Ketchikan residents have taken to salvaging and restoring historic totems, many prominently featuring depictions of salmon. Today, the city is home to the world’s largest collection of standing totems, with more than 80 totem poles depicting not just salmon, but ravens, eagles and frogs, along with other symbolic figures. The connection between Ketchikan and salmon is more than just spiritual. For generations, Ketchikan was a summer fishing camp for Tlingit tribes. The area’s fame as a fishing site grew, and in 1883, settlers from Oregon built a salmon cannery. Mining, timber and tourism have also played a part in building the community (which was incorporated in 1900), but it’s salmon that continues to feed Ketchikan’s stomach, as well as its soul.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Sockeye salmon jumping up Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park, Alaska; Close-up of salmon drying on sticks; Alaskan brown bear with salmon.

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Where to find local mementos in port Ketchikan Mining Company Visit Ketchikan Mining Company for Alaskan gifts. We have a large selection of souvenirs, apparel, jewelry, smoked salmon and Alaska-made totem poles. Located on the cruise ship dock.

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Ketchikan Souvenir & Candy Co. Located in the heart of Ketchikan, in the Clock Tower Building, Ketchikan Souvenir & Candy Company has a wide selection of Alaskan souvenirs, apparel, jewelry, smoked salmon and madein-Alaska gifts. Please come in and meet our friendly staff. We are proud to be locally owned and staffed. PHOTOS BY: (SALMON JUMPING) SEKAR B/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM; (SMOKED SALMON) CLAUDE HUOT/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM; (BEAR) JIM DAVID/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

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Scanlon Gallery See Alaskan art by Alaskan artists, including prints, originals, hand-crafted jewelry, gold nugget jewelry mined in Alaska, glass, soapstone, bronze, antlers, gifts and much more.

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Sitka Fur Gallery For over 50 years and four generations, Sitka Fur Gallery has been a pioneer in the Alaskan fur industry. These family owned and operated furriers have produced a fine collection of men's and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garments and handmade traditional Alaskan accessories, with sizes ranging from petite to plus. The ultimate Alaskan gift!

312 Mission Street akfurs.com | 907-225-8870 | 888-649-3820

The Outlet Store Located steps from your ship, we are one of Ketchikan's exciting retail locations! We sell souvenirs and have a large selection of bulk candy and delicious homemade fudge. We also have a large section of Hatley pajamas for everyone in the family.

5 Salmon Landing #100 Wild male and female red salmon in river before spawning.

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production of planes and ships. After the war, Alaskan lumber was shipped to Japan to rebuild the war-torn nation. In fact, the Japanese market has consumed more Alaskan lumber in the past 50 years than any other country. Today less than one percent of the Tongass National Forest is set aside for logging. Ninety percent of the roadless wilderness remains untouched. All over the region, you can see loggers compete in small competitions and relive the good old days of the logging era. In Ketchikan, you can catch a live 75-minute competition between Alaskan and Canadian lumberjacks. Watch World Champion athletes, as seen on ESPN and OLN (Outdoor Life Network), compete in various events, such as log rolling, chopping, sawing and tree climbing. The daily show is hosted by the colorful Tale Twister, the camp cook who tells stories about these rugged men and their rugged land.

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To their surprise, they found in the forests of Southeast Alaska some of the world’s finest trees; the wood was ideal for shipbuilding. The Spanish quickly capitalized on this bounty by harvesting and shipping the wood to Baja, where it was used to expand their ever-growing fleet of ships. The news of the 1898 Yukon Gold Rush set the stage for the construction of small sawmills throughout Southeast Alaska to provide lumber for the building of shantytowns and to fuel the boilers of the hundreds of steamships racing up and down the coast with gold seekers from the Lower 48. By the early 1900s, as the Gold Rush slowed, settlers focused on the vast runs of salmon in the region. Newly opened canneries needed millions of feet of cedar to build crates to ship the salmon. World War II brought another boom to the region’s forest industry. Alaska’s readily available Sitka spruce was the lightest, strongest wood known, a high-grade lumber used in the

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NUGGE T S: THE NE X T B I G T HIN G

Over the past 120 years, an immeasurable amount of gold has been mined in Alaska; however, very few gold nuggets weighing over 30 ounces have ever been found. One now belongs to David Conner. In the fall of 2012, Conner, owner of Orocal Natural Gold Co., received a call from an Anchorage area number. He was offered an opportunity that, in over 45 years of doing business in Alaska, he had never seen. The caller was selling a 30-ounce Alaskan gold nugget from his family estate that had been found years earlier. After careful consideration, Conner agreed to the sale. “You see, finding a nugget weighing over 1 ounce is considered rarer than a 5-carat diamond, so can you only imagine how rare a 30-ounce nugget is?” According to Conner, most gold pieces found are between one and two millimeters. Nuggets of this size can be bought at any of the Orocal Natural Gold Co. authorized dealers in Ketchikan and throughout Alaska. They can then be cut by skilled craftspeople into a beautiful piece of jewelry or as keepsakes to remember your trip to the Last Frontier. Conner is not sure if he’ll be selling “The Big One” anytime soon, but he hopes to put it on display at one of his authorized dealers to allow visitors a chance to see and even hold it. To learn more, visit www.orocal.com.

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S K A G W AYAL ASK A It was the birthplace of the Klondike Gold Rush, but Skagway was a much different place before gold fever struck. Only one family lived here, and there was only a crude trail over the White Pass. Native Tlingit people lived in the next valley at Dyea, where the traditional trade route over Chilkoot Pass led from the coast to the interior of Canada. Today, Skagway glories in its golden past with such attractions as the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, celebrating the Klondike Gold Rush through 15 restored buildings within the Skagway Historic District. And if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel like walking, horse-drawn carriages will transport you through town in true 19th-century style.

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Quick Guide Famed for: An Old West atmosphere, with horse-drawn carriages and other 19th-century atributes. It’s a Fact: The Gold Rush began here on August 17, 1896, when the precious metal was discovered in Rabbit Creek.

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Signature Souvenirs: A handpainted miner’s pan; a replica engine of the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway; a postcard from the Red Onion Saloon.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Princess arriving in Skagway; A cascading stream in Dewey Lakes trail; Main shopping strip in Skagway.

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Coming ashore in Skagway is taking a walk into history: Downtown hasn’t changed much since it first sprang up as a jump-off point for the great 1898 Klondike Gold Rush. Back then, thousands of people walked Broadway, buying gear for the trip north. Today, the false-front buildings are just as busy with art galleries and duty-free shops. Jammed into a tiny box valley, with glaciers shining on the eastern mountain slopes and the deep waters of the Lynn Canal reflecting the ice, Skagway looks like a postcard company designed it. Or maybe a toy train manufacturer. Each summer day, the beautifully refurbished White Pass & Yukon Route Railway runs excursions along trails originally worn smooth by the boots of would-be prospectors. You can still hike the Chilkoot Trail today, or just fly over the glaciers and rugged mountains in a helicopter and look down on the trail. In Skagway itself, almost nothing is more than a few minutes’ walk away. Stop at the Red Onion Saloon or Captain Moore’s House to see what life was like during the rush, and catch the Days of ’98 show at the Eagle’s Hall. Try panning for gold at the old dredge. Or just walk out to Yakutania Point for the best view of the town, the ships and the fjord.

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Built in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush, this narrow gauge railroad is an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark.

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Experience the breathtaking panorama of mountains, glaciers, gorges, waterfalls, tunnels, trestles and historic sites from the comfort of vintage rail cars.

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The White Pass & Yukon Route Railway is recognized as an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark.

A R A IL WAY B UILT O F GOLD By Stanton H. Patty

Gold brought with it commerce and permanence; the settlers needed a way in and a way out. The line, the White Pass & Yukon Route (WP&YR), was completed in two years, two months and two days. Now the White Pass & Yukon Route’s narrowgauge railroad, headquartered in Skagway, is one of Alaska’s top visitor attractions. From May to September 2012, it carried more than 390,000 passengers. They got to enjoy breathtaking scenery outside and charming nostalgia inside. The polished green-and-brass parlor cars are straight out of the 1890s, boasting wide windows and comfortable seats. In the White Pass office, a fabulous handpainted mural depicting the colorful history of the WP&YR wraps around all four walls of the depot waiting room. Originally, the WP&YR covered 110 miles, f rom Sk ag w ay across t he lof t y St . El ia s Mountains to Whitehorse, t he capita l of Canada’s Yukon Territory. These days, trains run along the first 67.5 miles of track, between Skagway and Carcross, Yukon Territory. Rail buffs rate the trip as one of the great train rides of the world. At Carcross, a “golden” spike was driven into the ground on July 29, 1900, to mark the line’s completion. WP&YR officials and g uests gathered in Carcross on July 29, 2000, to celebrate the railroad’s centennial.

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Building the “Scenic Railway of the World” Gold was discovered in the Klondike country of the Canadian Yukon, almost 500 miles north of Skagway, near the end of the 19th century. The whispered word “Gold!” became a shout heard around the world, and soon the stampede was on. Thousands of hopeful miners poured through Skagway on their way to the gold fields around the Klondike’s nascent boomtown, Dawson City. There were two perilous gold trails from the Skagway area. One was the avalanche-prone Chilkoot Trail. The other was known as the White Pass Trail. Both ended at Lake Bennett, British Columbia, where the gold-fevered prospectors built crude boats and rafts to float down the Yukon River to Dawson City. Halfway around the world, British financiers in London were looking for ways to cash in on the Klondike madness. They reasoned there must be a better way to get prospectors over the mountains — and harvest a share of the miners’ gold. Sir Thomas Tancrede, an English aristocrat, was dispatched to Skagway in 1898 to explore the feasibility of building a railroad into the Yukon. Tancrede had a look around and decided that the mountain barriers were too high, the grades too steep. He was just about to file a negative report when Michael J. Heney, a Canadian railroad contractor, hiked into Skagway after scouting

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More than a century ago, a railroad was born of a gold rush. Gold was discovered in the Yukon Territory in 1896. From 1897 to 1898, the stampeders arrived in Alaska en masse on their way to the Yukon.

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Where to find local mementos in port Alaska Fur Gallery

Alaska Fur Gallery is an Alaska-owned and -operated company, with over 79 years in business and over six locations to serve you. If we don’t have what you need, we will make it for you. Coats, hats, slippers, vests, souvenirs, men’s furs and more… We specialize in quality furs at affordable prices and we ship worldwide. If you don’t know furs, know your furrier! Alaska Fur Gallery, master furrier.

Fourth Street and Broadway akfurgallery.com | 888-722-3877

Alaskan Fudge Company of Skagway

Enjoy a large variety of delicious handcrafted fudge and confections at this locally owned candy store. Using fine ingredients, the Alaskan Fudge Co. of Skagway creates mouthwatering confections on marble tables right before your eyes. Looking for the perfect made-in-Alaska gift? We have a large selection of hand-dipped turtles, clusters, fudge, caramel corns and brittles.

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Aurora Yarns of Alaska

Featuring Alaskan hand-dyed yarns and knitting/crochet supplies. Qiviut 100% and Blend yarns as well as finished Qiviut hats, scarves, smokerings, gloves and shawls made in Alaska. New location Seventh and Broadway ON Seventh.

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BBQ Shack

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The flavor of Alaska is brought to your plate at the BBQ Shack in Skagway with the daily Alaskan Wild Game Lunch Buffet, serving elk, venison, reindeer, caribou, grilled salmon or halibut and salmon or halibut chowder. Traditional favorites like BBQ pork, chicken, beef and baby back ribs are served throughout the day. Boxed lunches and a special dinner menu are also available.

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the mountain passes around Lake Bennett. Tancrede and his companions invited Heney to join them for a drink at Skagway’s St. James Hotel. The men talked far into the night. Heney affirmed that a railroad could be built through White Pass. “This country needs this railroad — and I would like to be the man to do it,” he told Tancrede. “Give me enough dynamite and snoose [snuff], and I’ll build a road to hell!” Heney was hired, and construction began on May 28, 1898. But even as the first ribbons of steel pointed toward White Pass, trouble was brewing back in Skagway. At the time, Skagway was a rowdy town ruled by an outlaw gang. A visiting Canadian Mountie called it “little better than a hell on earth.” Robberies and murders were common occurrences. Honky-tonk pianos accompanied the crack of gunshots and cries for help. Jefferson Randolph “Soapy” Smith, a sometimes charming, always dangerous con man,

reigned over both Skagway and the gold trails. Local merchants decided that Soapy Smith and his gaggle of gangsters had to go. The Town’s Wicked Reputation The showdown came on July 8, 1898. Vigilantes gathered on the Skagway waterfront. Smith, hearing about the meeting, downed a glass of whiskey, then, rifle in hand, marched down the street to confront his foes. Frank H. Reid, the town surveyor, blocked his way. There was a brief scuffle. Smith shot Reid in the groin; Reid fired his revolver at almost the same instant, putting a bullet through the scoundrel’s heart. Smith died on the scene. Reid, mortally wounded, expired shortly thereafter. Thirteen days later, the White Pass & Yukon Route dispatched its first train on a 4-mile excursion for Skagway dignitaries. Two and a half miles out of town, the tracks meandered by the fresh graves of

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Soapy Smith and Frank Reid. Heney’s men continued toiling toward the White Pass summit. They hacked and blasted through the mountains with picks, shovels and black powder, sometimes dangling on ropes hundreds of feet above thundering rapids. They swatted swarms of mosquitoes in summer and endured winter temperatures plunging to 60 degrees below zero. The tracks reached the 2,865-foot-high White Pass summit in February 1899. And on July 29, construction crews coming from Skagway and Whitehorse met at Carcross.

Where to find local mementos in port Corrington’s Alaskan Ivory and Museum

“All Aboard!” Nowadays visitors are immersed in history as they ride the WP&YR train along the old rail trail over White Pass. While passing the Gold Rush Cemetery, passengers see a tall granite shaft over Reid’s resting place, inscribed: “He gave his life for the honor of Skagway.” Smith’s grave is just outside the cemetery boundary. The good people of Skagway were not about to plant his remains in hallowed ground, Skagway tour guides tell visitors. Just beyond the cemetery, the tracks rise quickly from sea level into the snowcapped peaks and blue-white glaciers of the St. Elias Mountains. The train weaves, climbs and grinds toward the crest of White Pass, looping across cliffhanging cuts with dizzying views of misty waterfalls and traversing granite paths where the boot prints of Klondike stampeders can still be seen. The stampede to the Klondike was a frenzy that burned out in little more than two years. But the White Pass & Yukon Route, a nugget from that epic Gold Rush, chugs along as one of the last remaining narrow-gauge railroads in North America.

Family owned for 45 years. Experts in walrus and mammoth ivory, jade, soapstone, artifacts, masks, totemic carvings and Native art. Beautiful free museum of Alaska history told on scrimshawed (etched) ivory walrus tusks. Come in and meet Trader Corrington, an Iditarod racing veteran. Next to the Golden North Hotel.

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North to Alaska Gifts

Offering a wide selection of gifts and artwork designed and created by Alaskan artist and storeowner Tari Eagan. Featured items include limited edition Eskimo dolls, Nanook fleece wear, watercolor artwork, yellow cedar totem poles, razor sharp ulu knives and jewelry, all made in Alaska! Across from the Post Office on Sixth and Broadway.

634 Broadway | 907-983-3070

Northern Lights Pizzeria Northern Lights Pizzeria

Our large menu features fresh homemade pizza dough, mouthwatering pastas, local Alaskan seafood, authentic homemade Mexican dishes, fresh salads, burgers, gyros and daily specials. Beer and wine available. Open 10 am daily. Call ahead for takeaway!

372 3rd Avenue northernlightspizzeria.com | 907-983-2225

Olivia’s Bistro

Olivia’s Bistro is famous for garden fresh mint mojitos and handmade margaritas, along with fresh Alaska seafood and wild game meats. New for 2015 — Potlatch Lunch with great food and quick friendly service. Located at the Historic Skagway Inn, along the SMART bus route, on the corner of Seventh Avenue.

655 Broadway skagwayinn.com | 907-983-2289

Rushin’ Tailor’s Quilt Alaska

Featuring Alaskan themed fabrics in cottons, batiks and flannels. Locally designed kits and patterns for quilting, cross stitch, sashiko and needlearts. Visit us near the corner of Third and Broadway.

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Built in 1898 to open the Klondike region of Yukon Territory to gold seekers, the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway (WP&YR) — originally stretching from Skagway, Alaska, to Whitehorse, Yukon Territory — was completed in 1900, just before the end of the Klondike Gold Rush. It took the labor of 35,000 men, using only black blasting powder and crude tools to battle the elements and treacherous landscapes, to hew out the original 110-mile narrow-gauge line. The railway hauled freight and passengers for over 80 years, and was also an early pioneer of intermodal freight containerization. It closed down in 1982 after a dramatic fall in world ore prices. But WP&YR persevered and reopened its doors just six years later as “The Scenic Railway of the World,” providing rail excursions to visitors from all over. In 1994, WP&YR was named an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, joining the likes of the Statue

of Liberty and the Panama Canal with this prestigious honor. Today, guests experience the breathtaking panorama of mountains, glaciers, trestles and tunnels from the comfort of vintage rail cars. Hear a fully narrated tour of the White Pass & Yukon Route featuring tales of villainous gunslingers, good-time girls and would-be gold seekers struggling towards the Yukon, and see with your own eyes the untouched, pristine beauty of the Pacific Coast mountain ranges. Trips depart from Skagway, with many of the rail and motor coach combination trips featuring connections in both Fraser, British Columbia, and Carcross, Yukon Territory. Excursions are available between early May and late September each year and are geared around the schedules of all major cruise lines. The White Pass & Yukon Route is Alaska’s most popular shore excursion and a favorite on many Alaska/ Yukon travelers’ must-see lists.

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C R U I S IN G T H E IN S ID E PA S S AGE By Christine Blank

Shaped by massive glaciers millions of years ago, Alaska’s Inside Passage is truly one of the most scenic spots in the world, offering stunning views of dense forests, towering mountains, cascading waterfalls and majestic wildlife that includes whales, sea lions, bears and bald eagles

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As you travel through the Inside Passage, wh ic h s t retc hes f rom P uget Sou nd , Washington, to the Gulf of Alaska, the scenery constantly changes. The route includes nearly 1,000 tiny islands and passes by serene shorelines that give way to massive walls of forested mountains, sparkling rivers and dazzling glaciers. When disembarking at port cities — including British-influenced Victoria, BC, in Canada, as well as Skagway, Ketchikan and Juneau — you’ll have the opportunity to explore the spectacular sites further inland. Highlights include landlocked glaciers such as the half-mile-wide Mendenhall Glacier, botanical gardens, national parks, historic totem poles and myriad natural wonders — all alongside modern cities filled with shopping and attractions. Natives, including the Haida, Tlingit and Tsimshian, first settled this gorgeous region hundreds of years ago. They often used the area as a summer fishing camp. However, they weren’t the only early settlers in the area. By 1741, Russian explorers, led by Vitus Bering, discovered the Inside Passage for themselves. Russian pioneers built and sailed ships, farmed, fished, logged, mined, whaled and operated sawmills, but the main draw was the

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fur trade. Russian hunters quickly realized that the wide variety of animals in the region produced valuable furs that they could trade with Chinese merchants for silk, spices and tea. Between 1743 and 1799, more than 100 Russian fur-hunting expeditions sailed into Alaskan waters, returning with 187,000 pelts worth more than $6 million, a hefty sum at the time. At first, they hired Natives as experienced hunters and guides, but before long, the Russians began enslaving the indigenous population, especially the Aleuts. In the end, the Natives revolted against their unjust treatment and won their freedom back. Today, all along the Inside Passage, you can see many examples of Russian culture. The original Russian settlers left behind beautiful cathedrals such as St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Sitka, as well as historic sawmills, canneries and other buildings left over from this era. Native populations maintain a strong presence in the Inside Passage, having a direct influence on the culture of a region many still call home. They have also continued the tradition of crafting stunning totem poles, including some of the largest and oldest collections of totems in the world at Potlatch Totem Park in Ketchikan and Sitka National Historic Park.

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Where to find local mementos in port Skagway Brewing Co.

Drink a piece of history when you visit Skagway Brewing Co. A popular hangout for thirsty prospectors as early as 1897, Skagway Brewing continues to brew fresh, unfiltered ales and serve delicious pub fare, including local salmon and halibut fish and chips. The gift shop has all your souvenir beer gear needs!

Seventh Street and Broadway skagwaybrewing.com | 907-983-BREW (2739)

Skagway Mining Company

With an outstanding staff and great prices, Skagway Mining is a must-stop for your souvenir shopping. We carry an array of gifts, including bulk candy, apparel, smoked salmon and a huge selection of curios. Think unique, think fun, think Skagway Mining Co. Alaskan owned and operated.

Second Avenue, across from the train station skagwaymining@yahoo.com | 907-983-2015

Skagway Outlet Store

The original outlet store in Southeast Alaska. A little farther down Broadway, but worth the walk for great service, the huge variety of items and the authentic Alaskan atmosphere. You won’t want to miss this store.

Seventh Street and Broadway | 907-983-3331

The Alaska Knife & Ulu Store

Huge selection of Alaskan and USA made knives and ulus with beautiful blades and exquisite utilitarian handles. Located next to the Skagway Brewing Company and Alaska Fudge Store. We carry William Henry, Buck, Kershaw, Bob Merry, Eddie Lee, Pierce, Dale Duby and more.

Seventh Street and Broadway | 907-612-0256

White Pass & Yukon Route Train Shoppe

S K A G W AY ’ S SCOUNDREL By Richard Carroll

The Klondike Gold Rush of 1896–1898 gave Alaska one of its most notorious characters: Jefferson Randolph Smith II, alias Soapy Smith, whose life has been documented in movies, television shows, stage plays, melodramas, books and songs. A genius at exposing the flaws of human nature, he became known as Soapy Smith when he and his ruffians operated a lucrative soap scam for 20 some years throughout the western United States. With great aplomb and sleight of hand, Soapy and his gang sold wrapped bars of soap while falsely claiming that one lucky buyer would find a $100 bill tucked inside the package. His cronies revved up the crowd by posing as customers who’d found bonus bills. Then they moved on to the next town before anyone caught on. Arriving in Skagway in 1898 with a stash of cash, Soapy and his gang quickly controlled the town. But he met a violent end by the water on July 8, 1898 — shot dead by Frank Reid, the town surveyor, in what would be known as the Shootout on Juneau Wharf. He was 37 years old. Soapy’s memory lives on each July, when Skagway celebrates the Soapy Smith Wake. Soapy Smith Preservation Trust and Friends of Bad Man Soapy Smith preserve his place as an important historical figure of the late 19th century American West.

From historic memorabilia to logo gear, the WP&YR Train Shoppe offers exclusive White Pass merchandise that can be found in no other location. Be sure to stop in and see us to find the perfect gift to remember your rail journey!

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Offering a unique selection of gifts and artwork designed and created by Alaskan artist and store owner Tari Eagan. Featured items include limited edition Alaskan made Eskimo dolls, Nanook fleece wear, Watercolor artwork; and much more!

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Skagway’s wild beauty inspired characters both real and imagined.

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Robert Service, also known as the Bard of the Yukon, perhaps captures Skagway best in his poem, “The Trail of Ninety-Eight,” which recalls the days when he “joined the weltering mass/Clamoring over their outfits, waiting to climb the Pass.” But Jack London is the town’s best-seller. “The dogs dashed up on the street, adding to the gayety of Skaguay,” he wrote (with the spelling of the time) in The Call of the Wild. It was easy to have fun in Skagway. Naturalist John Muir said the town resembled a “nest of ants,” because it was the end of civilization: Beyond lay nothing but that calling wild. Still, Alaska’s wild spirit made even the great gunslinger Wyatt Earp nervous, according to his bride, Josephine Sarah Marcus Earp, who wrote I Married Wyatt Earp. The book also mentions one of Earp’s pallbearers, Wilson Mizner, a member of Skagway’s infamous Soapy Smith gang. Soapy’s crew conned nearly every miner who passed through and inspired endless myths. They developed such notoriety that they earned a cameo in one of Disney’s Uncle Scrooge comics and a major role in James Michener’s Alaska, a novel that seems to be half the size of the state itself. The Gold Rush has passed, the streets are tamed, but Skagway is still proud of when it was, as Pierre Berton recounts in Klondike, “outrageously lawless.” Because that makes for great stories — stories they’re still telling in the town’s streets and beyond.

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By Janet Groene Depending on what part of the world you’re in, dragonflies can symbolize power, prosperity or purity. In Alaska, where the fourspotted skimmer dragonfly has been the state’s official insect since 1995, they exemplify agility. The dragonfly’s ability to dart through the Alaskan skies, much like the masterful maneuvering exhibited by bush pilots through the state’s rough terrain, is in part why a group of elementary school children energetically lobbied for its state designation. It also doesn’t hurt that dragonflies eat mosquitoes (jokingly referred to as Alaska’s “unofficial state bird”), which are most bountiful in the summer — just when they are ready to emerge from the water and transform from aquatic nymph to fluttering, four-winged beauties.

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San Francisco Ask their favorite American city, and many travelers name romantic, sophisticated San Francisco. Where to begin in this chic city by the bay? Often it’s Fisherman’s Wharf, the waterfront spot where majestic Golden Gate Bridge rises a breathtaking 220 feet at midpoint. A ferry takes visitors across the bay to Alcatraz, which is still remembered as one of the nation’s most feared prisons, decades after it shut down and became a museum. Chinatown also beckons, offering a heady mix of old traditions and new attitudes. The city’s cable cars are the easiest — and most memorable — way to get up and down

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all those steep hills, and as National Historic Landmarks, they offer a piece of living heritage. Just across the bay lies Sausalito, an artists’ colony where boutiques and galleries line the waterfront. San Francisco is also close to the esteemed wine country of Sonoma and Napa Valley. Seattle Founded in 1851, the so-called Emerald City celebrates its past at Pioneer Square, which is a National Historic District, and at Chinatown-International District, where Seattle’s Asian-American heritage is showcased at restaurants, shops and historical exhibits. Shoppers find plenty to keep them happy at lively Pike Place, the oldest open-air market on the West Coast; here, local artisans, farmers and other merchants offer their wares. Seattle’s numerous museums and cultural venues include Seattle Center, which is located on the grounds of the 1962 World’s Fair — birthplace of Seattle’s most famous icon, the Space Needle. Take a ferry across Puget Sound and enjoy a stunning view of the Olympic Mountains, the Cascade Range and Mount Rainier. Lovers of the grape raise their glasses in Woodinville, Seattle’s wine country, which is less than 30 minutes from downtown Seattle. Vancouver Lovely parks and exquisite botanical gardens fill this Canadian port, host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. One of the most impressive is Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre forested

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Glacier Bay Declared a national monument in 1925, and deemed a United Nations World Heritage Site in 1979, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve’s more than 3.2 acres of rugged terrain aren’t easily accessible. Still, nearly half a million visitors make the journey every year by ship or plane. It’s easy to see why. Glacier Bay features deep fjords nestled between snow-capped mountains, tall glaciers and vast ice fields, all home to diverse communities of unique plants and animals. Cruises to Glacier Bay sail through Alaska’s Inside Passage, the ideal place to watch for whales and other wildlife while on board. Shore excursions range from flightseeing tours to chartered boat expeditions to kayaking adventures.

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R EGION A L HIGHLIGH T S peninsula filled with beaches and walking trails, including a 7-mile-long seawall. In the center of the city, perched atop Little Mountain, sits Queen Elizabeth Park. Once a humble quarry, it is now a sunken garden blooming with shrubbery and flowerbeds, and housing an aviary for more than 100 free-flying birds. Eastern inspiration blossoms at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. Chinese artisans created the garden with materials imported from China and used traditional building methods dating back to the Ming Dynasty. For a glimpse at old Vancouver, stop by Gastown, from which the city first began to grow. It’s a popular shopping district, with a delightful clock that fills the air with music every 15 minutes. Victoria The influence of Victoria’s English founders remains strong in this pretty city of well-tended gardens and charming homes. During the Gold Rush days of the mid-1800s it was home to thousands of hopeful prospectors. Today, it showcases its nautical past at the Maritime Museum of British Columbia, which displays more than 5,000 historical treasures. The heart of the city curves around the quaint stonewalled Inner Harbour, surrounded by attractions such as the Undersea Gardens, the Royal London Wax Museum and the ivy-covered Empress Hotel.

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