Alaska: Great Frontier Expedition Cruise Tour - Tour #8A

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Sailing Itinerary

Note: Cruise itineraries are subject to change. Please verify ports and times directly with the cruise line.

Day 1 Port of Call Vancouver Departure 5:00pm

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Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections.

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Day 3 Port of Call Ketchikan Arrival 7:00am Departure 3:00pm

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A city of southeast Alaska on an island in the Alexander Archipelago. A supply point for miners during the gold rush of the 1890s, it is now a major port and tourist center on the Inside Passage. Population: 7,450.

Day 4 Port of Call Sitka Arrival 7:00am Departure 3:30pm

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One look at lovely Sitka and you'll know why Alexander Baranof, governor of the Russian American Company, decided to build his "castle" here. With views of island-studded waters and stately spruce forests reaching to the water's edge, Sitka is considered Alaska's most beautiful seaside town. Sitka's past is a unique blend of Tlingit culture and Russian history. Our historic and scenic community is situated on Baranof Island, nestled between forested mountains and the great Pacific Ocean, on the outer waters of Alaska's Inside Passage. Sitka offers a combination of Native culture, Russian history, and Alaskan wilderness which will provide a diverse and unequaled experience. Wildlife adds to Sitka's natural beauty. Our mild climate, rich habitat and relatively low human population make Sitka one of the best places to view wildlife. Nearby waters are a popular feeding ground for humpback whales in the late fall and early spring. Summertime provides a wonderful opportunity to view tufted puffins and other sea birds at St. Lazaria National Wildlife Refuge. While out on the ocean, you may also spot sea otters, sea lions and other marine wildlife. Sitka lies at the heart of the largest temperate rain forest in the world, the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy the fresh outdoors on well-marked mountain trails. Take to the water for a picturesque boat trip or kayaking adventure among nearby islands or charter a boat to nearby fishing grounds to fish for world-class salmon and halibut.

Day 5 Port of Call Juneau Arrival 7:00am Departure 9:30pm

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Considered the "gem" of Southeast Alaska, the city is nestled against the ocean, tucked tight against the mountains and back-dropped by the lush green of the largest national forest in the United States, the Tongass. Visitors will find that Juneau is not only the state's capital, but it's also a melting pot of history, unique topography and jaw-dropping scenery that is found nowhere else on the planet. Whether it's wildlife viewing, glacier trekking, ziplining or just shopping for locally created artwork, visitors to this remote yet extraordinary region will certainly find a bit of "Alaska" to take home.

Day 6 Port of Call Icy Strait Arrival 7:00am Departure 5:00pm

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Humpback whales feed in Icy Strait above North Chichagof Island, an important travel corridor for many marine mammals, including federally threatened Steller's sea lions. The area's coastal marshes and mudflats are important as resting areas for shorebirds and waterfowl, and provide spring feeding areas for brown bears. Marbled murrelets feed in large numbers within the waters of Icy Strait and nest in the island's coastal old growth forest.

Day 7 Port of Call Hubbard Glacier Arrival 6:00am Departure 10:00am

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Stretching over 90 miles long and covering over 1,350 square miles in area, Hubbard Glacier is the largest tidewater glacier in North America. It is also one of the most impressive, a 300-foot wall of ice rising sheer and jagged from the ocean. You may hear the rumble and see the monumental splash as the glacier severs into great ice chunks, known as "calves."

Day 8 Port of Call Seward Arrival 6:00am

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Situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula, Seward is one of Alaska’s oldest and most scenic communities. Known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park" Seward is a picturesque town located 126 miles south of Anchorage. Visitors can easily reach us via the Seward Highway Scenic Byway, the Alaska Railroad, bus, air, or cruise ship. Upon your arrival you will discover our bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with quaint shops and art galleries. Experience trophy sport fishing, glacier and wildlife cruises, sailing, hiking, kayaking, flightseeing, summer dog sled rides, and more. Seward is also a winter wonderland offering cross-country skiing and snowmachining adventures. At 3,022 feet, towering Mt. Marathon provides a breathtaking backdrop for the town. Behind Mt. Marathon and extending down the coast lies the Harding Icefield, measuring 35 by 20 miles. Flowing from the Harding Icefield are many glaciers, eight of which are tidewater glaciers, calving icebergs into the sea, reaching the coastline between Seward and Homer. A wide range of accommodations, restaurants, RV parks, tent camping, and visitor services are available. Wherever you go in Seward, you’ll find friendly hospitality and a sense of pride among our residents. We invite you to visit our community anytime of year and experience the real Alaska!

Day 8 Seward

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Situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula, Seward is one of Alaska’s oldest and most scenic communities. Known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park" Seward is a picturesque town located 126 miles south of Anchorage. Visitors can easily reach us via the Seward Highway Scenic Byway, the Alaska Railroad, bus, air, or cruise ship. Upon your arrival you will discover our bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with quaint shops and art galleries. Experience trophy sport fishing, glacier and wildlife cruises, sailing, hiking, kayaking, flightseeing, summer dog sled rides, and more. Seward is also a winter wonderland offering cross-country skiing and snowmachining adventures. At 3,022 feet, towering Mt. Marathon provides a breathtaking backdrop for the town. Behind Mt. Marathon and extending down the coast lies the Harding Icefield, measuring 35 by 20 miles. Flowing from the Harding Icefield are many glaciers, eight of which are tidewater glaciers, calving icebergs into the sea, reaching the coastline between Seward and Homer. A wide range of accommodations, restaurants, RV parks, tent camping, and visitor services are available. Wherever you go in Seward, you’ll find friendly hospitality and a sense of pride among our residents. We invite you to visit our community anytime of year and experience the real Alaska!

Day 8 Seward

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Situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula, Seward is one of Alaska’s oldest and most scenic communities. Known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park" Seward is a picturesque town located 126 miles south of Anchorage. Visitors can easily reach us via the Seward Highway Scenic Byway, the Alaska Railroad, bus, air, or cruise ship. Upon your arrival you will discover our bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with quaint shops and art galleries. Experience trophy sport fishing, glacier and wildlife cruises, sailing, hiking, kayaking, flightseeing, summer dog sled rides, and more. Seward is also a winter wonderland offering cross-country skiing and snowmachining adventures. At 3,022 feet, towering Mt. Marathon provides a breathtaking backdrop for the town. Behind Mt. Marathon and extending down the coast lies the Harding Icefield, measuring 35 by 20 miles. Flowing from the Harding Icefield are many glaciers, eight of which are tidewater glaciers, calving icebergs into the sea, reaching the coastline between Seward and Homer. A wide range of accommodations, restaurants, RV parks, tent camping, and visitor services are available. Wherever you go in Seward, you’ll find friendly hospitality and a sense of pride among our residents. We invite you to visit our community anytime of year and experience the real Alaska!

Day 8 Anchorage

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Amid the wild countryside that crowds around it on all sides, Anchorage has grown into a spirited, cosmopolitan city - by far Alaska's largest and most sophisticated. The relative affluence of its largely white-collar population - with a sprinkling of olive drab from nearby military bases - attracts fine restaurants and pricey shops, first-rate entertainment, and world-class sporting events. Flashy modern towers punctuate the skyline, and colorful flowers spill from hundreds of baskets on downtown lampposts. Traffic from the city's busy international airport, served by more than 15 international and domestic airlines, lends a more cosmopolitan air than you might expect from a city with a only 258,000 residents - nearly half the people in the state. Yet despite the 14 McDonald's, 2 Wal-Marts, and a 16-plex movie theater, the city has not entirely lost touch with its frontier spirit. Sled-dog races are still revered events, and moose and bear sightings in downtown Anchorage or on the Coastal Trail that rims the water are not uncommon. First incorporated in 1920, Anchorage is still a young city. Its citizens' median age of 30 years and an aggressive style make this - and not the capital city of Juneau - the state's power center. In addition to acting as the center for oil development in the state, Anchorage hustles its living as a government, banking, transportation, and communications hub. Anchorage residents are primarily from elsewhere in America - they include oil workers from such conservative oil-patch states as Oklahoma and Texas - and the attitudes they bring have fueled the conservative, pro-development mentality that characterizes the city and Alaska as a whole. Although representing less than 8% of the population, Alaskan Native peoples add an important cultural dimension. A growing Asian population is also having an impact, with well-stocked Asian food stores and restaurants an increasingly familiar sight. Boom and bust periods followed major events: an influx of military bases during World War II; a massive buildup of Arctic missile-warning stations during the Cold War; reconstruction following the devastating Good Friday earthquake of 1964; and in the late 1960s the biggest bonanza of all - the discovery of oil at Prudhoe Bay and the construction of the trans-Alaska pipeline. Not surprisingly, Anchorage positioned itself as the perfect home for the new pipeline administrators and support industries, and it attracts a large share of the state's oil-tax dollars. In the last decade, Anchorage has become an increasingly important focus of travelers to Alaska. The central location, relatively mild climate, and excellent transportation system make it a natural place to begin or end a trip.

Day 8 Anchorage

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Amid the wild countryside that crowds around it on all sides, Anchorage has grown into a spirited, cosmopolitan city - by far Alaska's largest and most sophisticated. The relative affluence of its largely white-collar population - with a sprinkling of olive drab from nearby military bases - attracts fine restaurants and pricey shops, first-rate entertainment, and world-class sporting events. Flashy modern towers punctuate the skyline, and colorful flowers spill from hundreds of baskets on downtown lampposts. Traffic from the city's busy international airport, served by more than 15 international and domestic airlines, lends a more cosmopolitan air than you might expect from a city with a only 258,000 residents - nearly half the people in the state. Yet despite the 14 McDonald's, 2 Wal-Marts, and a 16-plex movie theater, the city has not entirely lost touch with its frontier spirit. Sled-dog races are still revered events, and moose and bear sightings in downtown Anchorage or on the Coastal Trail that rims the water are not uncommon. First incorporated in 1920, Anchorage is still a young city. Its citizens' median age of 30 years and an aggressive style make this - and not the capital city of Juneau - the state's power center. In addition to acting as the center for oil development in the state, Anchorage hustles its living as a government, banking, transportation, and communications hub. Anchorage residents are primarily from elsewhere in America - they include oil workers from such conservative oil-patch states as Oklahoma and Texas - and the attitudes they bring have fueled the conservative, pro-development mentality that characterizes the city and Alaska as a whole. Although representing less than 8% of the population, Alaskan Native peoples add an important cultural dimension. A growing Asian population is also having an impact, with well-stocked Asian food stores and restaurants an increasingly familiar sight. Boom and bust periods followed major events: an influx of military bases during World War II; a massive buildup of Arctic missile-warning stations during the Cold War; reconstruction following the devastating Good Friday earthquake of 1964; and in the late 1960s the biggest bonanza of all - the discovery of oil at Prudhoe Bay and the construction of the trans-Alaska pipeline. Not surprisingly, Anchorage positioned itself as the perfect home for the new pipeline administrators and support industries, and it attracts a large share of the state's oil-tax dollars. In the last decade, Anchorage has become an increasingly important focus of travelers to Alaska. The central location, relatively mild climate, and excellent transportation system make it a natural place to begin or end a trip.

Day 9 Anchorage

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Amid the wild countryside that crowds around it on all sides, Anchorage has grown into a spirited, cosmopolitan city - by far Alaska's largest and most sophisticated. The relative affluence of its largely white-collar population - with a sprinkling of olive drab from nearby military bases - attracts fine restaurants and pricey shops, first-rate entertainment, and world-class sporting events. Flashy modern towers punctuate the skyline, and colorful flowers spill from hundreds of baskets on downtown lampposts. Traffic from the city's busy international airport, served by more than 15 international and domestic airlines, lends a more cosmopolitan air than you might expect from a city with a only 258,000 residents - nearly half the people in the state. Yet despite the 14 McDonald's, 2 Wal-Marts, and a 16-plex movie theater, the city has not entirely lost touch with its frontier spirit. Sled-dog races are still revered events, and moose and bear sightings in downtown Anchorage or on the Coastal Trail that rims the water are not uncommon. First incorporated in 1920, Anchorage is still a young city. Its citizens' median age of 30 years and an aggressive style make this - and not the capital city of Juneau - the state's power center. In addition to acting as the center for oil development in the state, Anchorage hustles its living as a government, banking, transportation, and communications hub. Anchorage residents are primarily from elsewhere in America - they include oil workers from such conservative oil-patch states as Oklahoma and Texas - and the attitudes they bring have fueled the conservative, pro-development mentality that characterizes the city and Alaska as a whole. Although representing less than 8% of the population, Alaskan Native peoples add an important cultural dimension. A growing Asian population is also having an impact, with well-stocked Asian food stores and restaurants an increasingly familiar sight. Boom and bust periods followed major events: an influx of military bases during World War II; a massive buildup of Arctic missile-warning stations during the Cold War; reconstruction following the devastating Good Friday earthquake of 1964; and in the late 1960s the biggest bonanza of all - the discovery of oil at Prudhoe Bay and the construction of the trans-Alaska pipeline. Not surprisingly, Anchorage positioned itself as the perfect home for the new pipeline administrators and support industries, and it attracts a large share of the state's oil-tax dollars. In the last decade, Anchorage has become an increasingly important focus of travelers to Alaska. The central location, relatively mild climate, and excellent transportation system make it a natural place to begin or end a trip.

Day 9 Talkeetna

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Once the site of a Tanaina Indian village and later in the middle of a gold rush, Talkeetna (named for the "River of Plenty") got a big boost when the Alaska Railroad established a construction camp at the river junction early in the 20th century. Now the town is the base for mountain-climbing expeditions in the Alaska Range and activities on the three rivers. With its casual lifestyle, Talkeetna might be considered the "earth mother" of the Susitna Valley.

Day 10 Talkeetna

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Once the site of a Tanaina Indian village and later in the middle of a gold rush, Talkeetna (named for the "River of Plenty") got a big boost when the Alaska Railroad established a construction camp at the river junction early in the 20th century. Now the town is the base for mountain-climbing expeditions in the Alaska Range and activities on the three rivers. With its casual lifestyle, Talkeetna might be considered the "earth mother" of the Susitna Valley.

Day 10 Denali National Park

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Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska is the very heart of the rugged Alaskan Interior. Denali National Park and Preserve is home to six million acres of wilderness. North America's highest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Glaciers and a sub-arctic ecosystem are found in Denali National Park and Preserve. An internationally designated bio-sphere preserve, Denali National Park and Preserve is home to abundant moose, caribou, Dall sheep, grizzly bears and wolves Denali National Park and Preserve is a place with fascinating Native American culture and history. It is a place where hearty adventurers panned for gold and dog sleds, backpacks and mountaineering gear are common. Alaska is the place of the Midnight Sun. Denali National Park and Preserve is a place where you can live out your Alaska travel dreams, whether they be wild adventures or serene contemplations. Denali National Park and Preserve is a must-see part of your Alaskan vacation.

Day 11 Denali National Park

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Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska is the very heart of the rugged Alaskan Interior. Denali National Park and Preserve is home to six million acres of wilderness. North America's highest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Glaciers and a sub-arctic ecosystem are found in Denali National Park and Preserve. An internationally designated bio-sphere preserve, Denali National Park and Preserve is home to abundant moose, caribou, Dall sheep, grizzly bears and wolves Denali National Park and Preserve is a place with fascinating Native American culture and history. It is a place where hearty adventurers panned for gold and dog sleds, backpacks and mountaineering gear are common. Alaska is the place of the Midnight Sun. Denali National Park and Preserve is a place where you can live out your Alaska travel dreams, whether they be wild adventures or serene contemplations. Denali National Park and Preserve is a must-see part of your Alaskan vacation.

Day 11 Denali National Park

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Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska is the very heart of the rugged Alaskan Interior. Denali National Park and Preserve is home to six million acres of wilderness. North America's highest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Glaciers and a sub-arctic ecosystem are found in Denali National Park and Preserve. An internationally designated bio-sphere preserve, Denali National Park and Preserve is home to abundant moose, caribou, Dall sheep, grizzly bears and wolves Denali National Park and Preserve is a place with fascinating Native American culture and history. It is a place where hearty adventurers panned for gold and dog sleds, backpacks and mountaineering gear are common. Alaska is the place of the Midnight Sun. Denali National Park and Preserve is a place where you can live out your Alaska travel dreams, whether they be wild adventures or serene contemplations. Denali National Park and Preserve is a must-see part of your Alaskan vacation.

Day 12 Denali National Park

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Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska is the very heart of the rugged Alaskan Interior. Denali National Park and Preserve is home to six million acres of wilderness. North America's highest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Glaciers and a sub-arctic ecosystem are found in Denali National Park and Preserve. An internationally designated bio-sphere preserve, Denali National Park and Preserve is home to abundant moose, caribou, Dall sheep, grizzly bears and wolves Denali National Park and Preserve is a place with fascinating Native American culture and history. It is a place where hearty adventurers panned for gold and dog sleds, backpacks and mountaineering gear are common. Alaska is the place of the Midnight Sun. Denali National Park and Preserve is a place where you can live out your Alaska travel dreams, whether they be wild adventures or serene contemplations. Denali National Park and Preserve is a must-see part of your Alaskan vacation.

Day 12 Fairbanks

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If the story of the founding of Fairbanks had happened anywhere else, it wouldn't be told so proudly, for the city's father was a swindler, and its undignified birth contained an element of chance not usually admitted in polite society. As the popular story goes (and the historians' version is fairly close), it seems that in 1901, E. T. Barnette decided to get rich by starting a gold-mining boomtown like the others that had sprouted from Dawson City to Nome as the stampeders of 1898 sloshed back and forth across the territory from one gold find to the next. He booked passage on a riverboat going up the Tanana with his supplies to build the town, having made an understanding with the captain that, should the vessel get stuck, he would lighten the load by getting off with the materials on the nearest bank. Unfortunately, the captain got lost. Thinking he was heading up a slough on the Tanana, he got sidetracked into the relatively small Chena River. That was where the boat got stuck and where Barnette got left, and that was where he founded Fairbanks. Fortunately for Barnette, an Italian prospector named Felix Pedro had been looking for gold in the hills around the new trading post, and made a strike on the Tanana. On that news, Barnette dispatched his Chinese cook off to Dawson City to spread the word. The cook's story showed up in a newspaper that winter, and a stampede of hundreds of miners ensued, heading toward Fairbanks in weather as cold as -50°F. Barnette's town was a success, but the cook nearly got lynched when the stampeders found out how far he'd exaggerated the truth. Much more gold was found later, however, and half the population of Dawson City came down river to Fairbanks. Barnette had made it big. The town's future was assured thanks to a political deal. Barnette did a favor for the territory's judge, James Wickersham, by naming the settlement for Wickersham's ally in Congress, Sen. Charles Fairbanks of Indiana, who later became vice president. Wickersham then moved the federal courthouse to Fairbanks from Eagle--he loaded his records on his dogsled and mushed here, establishing the camp as the hub of the region. Wickersham's story is interesting, too. He was a notable explorer, Alaska's first real statesman as a nonvoting delegate to Congress, and father of the Alaska Railroad. Houses he lived in are preserved at Alaskaland in Fairbanks and in Juneau just up the hill from the capitol building. Barnette didn't do as well in history's eyes: He was run out of the town he founded for bank fraud. Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city now, with a population of about 30,000 in the city limits and 82,000 in the greater metropolitan area, but it has never learned to put on airs. It sprawls, broad and flat, along big highways and the Chena. It's a friendly, easygoing town, but one where people still take gold and their independence seriously. They're still prospecting and mining for gold around here, fighting off environmental regulation, and maintaining a traditional Alaskan attitude that it's us against the world. Fairbanks is the birthplace of strange political movements, including the secessionist Alaskan Independence Party. It's an adamant, loopy, affable place; it doesn't seem to mind being a little bizarre or residing far from the center of things. And that makes it an intensely Alaska city, for those are the qualities Alaskans most cherish in their myth of themselves. Fairbanks can strike a visitor a couple of ways, depending on what you expect and what you like. Fairbanks can come across as a provincial outpost, a touristy cross between Kansas and Siberia. Driving one of the franchise-choked commercial strips, you can wonder why you went out of your way to come here, and the deserted downtown area can be downright depressing. Or you can relax and take Fairbanks on its own terms, as a fun, unpretentious town that never lost its sense of being on the frontier. My children love it here. There's plenty for families to do in Fairbanks, much of it at least a little corny and requiring drives to widespread sites at the university, on the Chena River, in the gold mining area north of town, and at a big town park called Alaskaland. (You must have wheels in Fairbanks.) There are good opportunities for hiking and mountain biking, and great opportunities for canoeing and slow river float trips.

Day 13 Fairbanks

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If the story of the founding of Fairbanks had happened anywhere else, it wouldn't be told so proudly, for the city's father was a swindler, and its undignified birth contained an element of chance not usually admitted in polite society. As the popular story goes (and the historians' version is fairly close), it seems that in 1901, E. T. Barnette decided to get rich by starting a gold-mining boomtown like the others that had sprouted from Dawson City to Nome as the stampeders of 1898 sloshed back and forth across the territory from one gold find to the next. He booked passage on a riverboat going up the Tanana with his supplies to build the town, having made an understanding with the captain that, should the vessel get stuck, he would lighten the load by getting off with the materials on the nearest bank. Unfortunately, the captain got lost. Thinking he was heading up a slough on the Tanana, he got sidetracked into the relatively small Chena River. That was where the boat got stuck and where Barnette got left, and that was where he founded Fairbanks. Fortunately for Barnette, an Italian prospector named Felix Pedro had been looking for gold in the hills around the new trading post, and made a strike on the Tanana. On that news, Barnette dispatched his Chinese cook off to Dawson City to spread the word. The cook's story showed up in a newspaper that winter, and a stampede of hundreds of miners ensued, heading toward Fairbanks in weather as cold as -50°F. Barnette's town was a success, but the cook nearly got lynched when the stampeders found out how far he'd exaggerated the truth. Much more gold was found later, however, and half the population of Dawson City came down river to Fairbanks. Barnette had made it big. The town's future was assured thanks to a political deal. Barnette did a favor for the territory's judge, James Wickersham, by naming the settlement for Wickersham's ally in Congress, Sen. Charles Fairbanks of Indiana, who later became vice president. Wickersham then moved the federal courthouse to Fairbanks from Eagle--he loaded his records on his dogsled and mushed here, establishing the camp as the hub of the region. Wickersham's story is interesting, too. He was a notable explorer, Alaska's first real statesman as a nonvoting delegate to Congress, and father of the Alaska Railroad. Houses he lived in are preserved at Alaskaland in Fairbanks and in Juneau just up the hill from the capitol building. Barnette didn't do as well in history's eyes: He was run out of the town he founded for bank fraud. Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city now, with a population of about 30,000 in the city limits and 82,000 in the greater metropolitan area, but it has never learned to put on airs. It sprawls, broad and flat, along big highways and the Chena. It's a friendly, easygoing town, but one where people still take gold and their independence seriously. They're still prospecting and mining for gold around here, fighting off environmental regulation, and maintaining a traditional Alaskan attitude that it's us against the world. Fairbanks is the birthplace of strange political movements, including the secessionist Alaskan Independence Party. It's an adamant, loopy, affable place; it doesn't seem to mind being a little bizarre or residing far from the center of things. And that makes it an intensely Alaska city, for those are the qualities Alaskans most cherish in their myth of themselves. Fairbanks can strike a visitor a couple of ways, depending on what you expect and what you like. Fairbanks can come across as a provincial outpost, a touristy cross between Kansas and Siberia. Driving one of the franchise-choked commercial strips, you can wonder why you went out of your way to come here, and the deserted downtown area can be downright depressing. Or you can relax and take Fairbanks on its own terms, as a fun, unpretentious town that never lost its sense of being on the frontier. My children love it here. There's plenty for families to do in Fairbanks, much of it at least a little corny and requiring drives to widespread sites at the university, on the Chena River, in the gold mining area north of town, and at a big town park called Alaskaland. (You must have wheels in Fairbanks.) There are good opportunities for hiking and mountain biking, and great opportunities for canoeing and slow river float trips.

Day 13 Fairbanks

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If the story of the founding of Fairbanks had happened anywhere else, it wouldn't be told so proudly, for the city's father was a swindler, and its undignified birth contained an element of chance not usually admitted in polite society. As the popular story goes (and the historians' version is fairly close), it seems that in 1901, E. T. Barnette decided to get rich by starting a gold-mining boomtown like the others that had sprouted from Dawson City to Nome as the stampeders of 1898 sloshed back and forth across the territory from one gold find to the next. He booked passage on a riverboat going up the Tanana with his supplies to build the town, having made an understanding with the captain that, should the vessel get stuck, he would lighten the load by getting off with the materials on the nearest bank. Unfortunately, the captain got lost. Thinking he was heading up a slough on the Tanana, he got sidetracked into the relatively small Chena River. That was where the boat got stuck and where Barnette got left, and that was where he founded Fairbanks. Fortunately for Barnette, an Italian prospector named Felix Pedro had been looking for gold in the hills around the new trading post, and made a strike on the Tanana. On that news, Barnette dispatched his Chinese cook off to Dawson City to spread the word. The cook's story showed up in a newspaper that winter, and a stampede of hundreds of miners ensued, heading toward Fairbanks in weather as cold as -50°F. Barnette's town was a success, but the cook nearly got lynched when the stampeders found out how far he'd exaggerated the truth. Much more gold was found later, however, and half the population of Dawson City came down river to Fairbanks. Barnette had made it big. The town's future was assured thanks to a political deal. Barnette did a favor for the territory's judge, James Wickersham, by naming the settlement for Wickersham's ally in Congress, Sen. Charles Fairbanks of Indiana, who later became vice president. Wickersham then moved the federal courthouse to Fairbanks from Eagle--he loaded his records on his dogsled and mushed here, establishing the camp as the hub of the region. Wickersham's story is interesting, too. He was a notable explorer, Alaska's first real statesman as a nonvoting delegate to Congress, and father of the Alaska Railroad. Houses he lived in are preserved at Alaskaland in Fairbanks and in Juneau just up the hill from the capitol building. Barnette didn't do as well in history's eyes: He was run out of the town he founded for bank fraud. Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city now, with a population of about 30,000 in the city limits and 82,000 in the greater metropolitan area, but it has never learned to put on airs. It sprawls, broad and flat, along big highways and the Chena. It's a friendly, easygoing town, but one where people still take gold and their independence seriously. They're still prospecting and mining for gold around here, fighting off environmental regulation, and maintaining a traditional Alaskan attitude that it's us against the world. Fairbanks is the birthplace of strange political movements, including the secessionist Alaskan Independence Party. It's an adamant, loopy, affable place; it doesn't seem to mind being a little bizarre or residing far from the center of things. And that makes it an intensely Alaska city, for those are the qualities Alaskans most cherish in their myth of themselves. Fairbanks can strike a visitor a couple of ways, depending on what you expect and what you like. Fairbanks can come across as a provincial outpost, a touristy cross between Kansas and Siberia. Driving one of the franchise-choked commercial strips, you can wonder why you went out of your way to come here, and the deserted downtown area can be downright depressing. Or you can relax and take Fairbanks on its own terms, as a fun, unpretentious town that never lost its sense of being on the frontier. My children love it here. There's plenty for families to do in Fairbanks, much of it at least a little corny and requiring drives to widespread sites at the university, on the Chena River, in the gold mining area north of town, and at a big town park called Alaskaland. (You must have wheels in Fairbanks.) There are good opportunities for hiking and mountain biking, and great opportunities for canoeing and slow river float trips.

Day 14 Fairbanks

Overview

 
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If the story of the founding of Fairbanks had happened anywhere else, it wouldn't be told so proudly, for the city's father was a swindler, and its undignified birth contained an element of chance not usually admitted in polite society. As the popular story goes (and the historians' version is fairly close), it seems that in 1901, E. T. Barnette decided to get rich by starting a gold-mining boomtown like the others that had sprouted from Dawson City to Nome as the stampeders of 1898 sloshed back and forth across the territory from one gold find to the next. He booked passage on a riverboat going up the Tanana with his supplies to build the town, having made an understanding with the captain that, should the vessel get stuck, he would lighten the load by getting off with the materials on the nearest bank. Unfortunately, the captain got lost. Thinking he was heading up a slough on the Tanana, he got sidetracked into the relatively small Chena River. That was where the boat got stuck and where Barnette got left, and that was where he founded Fairbanks. Fortunately for Barnette, an Italian prospector named Felix Pedro had been looking for gold in the hills around the new trading post, and made a strike on the Tanana. On that news, Barnette dispatched his Chinese cook off to Dawson City to spread the word. The cook's story showed up in a newspaper that winter, and a stampede of hundreds of miners ensued, heading toward Fairbanks in weather as cold as -50°F. Barnette's town was a success, but the cook nearly got lynched when the stampeders found out how far he'd exaggerated the truth. Much more gold was found later, however, and half the population of Dawson City came down river to Fairbanks. Barnette had made it big. The town's future was assured thanks to a political deal. Barnette did a favor for the territory's judge, James Wickersham, by naming the settlement for Wickersham's ally in Congress, Sen. Charles Fairbanks of Indiana, who later became vice president. Wickersham then moved the federal courthouse to Fairbanks from Eagle--he loaded his records on his dogsled and mushed here, establishing the camp as the hub of the region. Wickersham's story is interesting, too. He was a notable explorer, Alaska's first real statesman as a nonvoting delegate to Congress, and father of the Alaska Railroad. Houses he lived in are preserved at Alaskaland in Fairbanks and in Juneau just up the hill from the capitol building. Barnette didn't do as well in history's eyes: He was run out of the town he founded for bank fraud. Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city now, with a population of about 30,000 in the city limits and 82,000 in the greater metropolitan area, but it has never learned to put on airs. It sprawls, broad and flat, along big highways and the Chena. It's a friendly, easygoing town, but one where people still take gold and their independence seriously. They're still prospecting and mining for gold around here, fighting off environmental regulation, and maintaining a traditional Alaskan attitude that it's us against the world. Fairbanks is the birthplace of strange political movements, including the secessionist Alaskan Independence Party. It's an adamant, loopy, affable place; it doesn't seem to mind being a little bizarre or residing far from the center of things. And that makes it an intensely Alaska city, for those are the qualities Alaskans most cherish in their myth of themselves. Fairbanks can strike a visitor a couple of ways, depending on what you expect and what you like. Fairbanks can come across as a provincial outpost, a touristy cross between Kansas and Siberia. Driving one of the franchise-choked commercial strips, you can wonder why you went out of your way to come here, and the deserted downtown area can be downright depressing. Or you can relax and take Fairbanks on its own terms, as a fun, unpretentious town that never lost its sense of being on the frontier. My children love it here. There's plenty for families to do in Fairbanks, much of it at least a little corny and requiring drives to widespread sites at the university, on the Chena River, in the gold mining area north of town, and at a big town park called Alaskaland. (You must have wheels in Fairbanks.) There are good opportunities for hiking and mountain biking, and great opportunities for canoeing and slow river float trips.

Tour Highlights

Day 8 Seward/Anchorage

Board your deluxe motor coach for a scenic drive to Anchorage, where you’ll enjoy lunch on your own before visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center to learn about indigenous cultures. From 3:30 p.m., Anchorage is yours to explore. Visit the Anchorage Museum on an optional land excursion and see its extensive collections of native art and artifacts (additional fees apply), before taking in the city scene by the light of the evening sun. Overnight at the Anchorage Marriott.

Day 9 Anchorage/Talkeetna

In the morning, set off on an exciting ride aboard the Wilderness Express®, a glass-domed railcar, to Talkeetna. From 11:00 a.m., Talkeetna is yours to discover. Its Main Street provides a place where you can mill with the eclectic collection of individuals who call the town home. Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge.

Day 10 Talkeetna/Denali

Explore the nature trails that surround the lodge in the morning, before boarding the luxurious Wilderness Express for Denali. From 3:30 p.m., Denali is yours to explore. Experience Denali’s beauty on a range of optional activities, from flight seeing trips (additional fees apply) to leisurely hikes on quiet trails. Overnight at Denali Park Village.

Day 11 Denali

In the morning, you’ll venture deep into the Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour. Admire the area’s diverse landscapes while searching for wildlife. After your tour, Denali is yours to discover, with the hinterland open to biking, hiking or off-road fun (additional fees apply). Overnight at Denali Park Village.

Day 12 Denali/Fairbanks

Spend the morning exploring Denali on your own, or consult with your Tour Director to book an optional land excursion (additional fees apply). In the afternoon, board the Wilderness Express® for a scenic journey to “Alaska’s golden heart,” the historic city of Fairbanks. From 8:00 p.m., Fairbanks is yours to explore. Enjoy dinner out on your own and the lively summertime ambience. Overnight at Sophie's Station Suites.

Day 13 Fairbanks

In the morning, explore Fairbanks’ natural sights and historic landmarks. Take in the beautiful landscapes cruising down the Chena River on the Riverboat Discovery sternwheeler, and visit the Museum of the North. From 5:30 p.m., Fairbanks is yours to explore. Overnight at Sophie’s Station Suites.

Day 14 Fairbanks

Your Tour Director will see that you are transferred to the Fairbanks airport for your flight home.

Onboard the Celebrity Summit

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Costco Member Reviews

Celebrity Summit® is making even more waves in the cruise world. From adding brand new staterooms and elevating design concepts and technology across the ship to adding The Retreat, an exclusive suite class experience including The Retreat Sundeck and The Retreat Lounge, the results are phenomenal. These new venues combined with our award-winning Luminae are sure to please. Slip into new eXhale™ bedding featuring Cashmere mattresses that will surround you in luxury—literally. Marvel at completely new bathroom modernizations. Wine and dine in reimagined restaurants and lounges, including the main dining room, Oceanview Café, Sunset Bar, and Rendezvous Lounge. Surrender your senses in the newly redesigned spa. Shop in new retail boutiques. The Celebrity Revolution will change the way you experience the world aboard Celebrity Summit®.

Onboard Activities

Activities & Services (included in cruise)

Pool

  • Card Room
  • Casino
  • Disco/Nightclub
  • Game Arcade
  • Movies
  • Theater/Show Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Pool - Outdoor
  • Sports Facilities
  • Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
  • Bars/Lounges
  • Library
  • Children's Outdoor Play Area
  • Organized Age Specific Activities
  • Teen Center or Disco
  • Teen Programs
  • Business Center
  • Concierge Desk
  • Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
  • Elevators
  • Safe Deposit Boxes

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

Spa

  • Beauty Salon
  • Full-Service Spa
  • Internet Center
  • Babysitting
  • Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
  • Infirmary/Medical Center

Costco Travel makes every effort to verify the accuracy of all information provided. Additional fees for amenities or services may be charged by the cruise line. Amenities or services may be discontinued or revised by the cruise line without notice. Staterooms designated as wheelchair-accessible do not necessarily meet ADA requirements. Costco Travel is not responsible for inaccuracies or provider modifications.

Dining

Main Restaurant

Main Dining

Main Restaurant: This sophisticated restaurant with a wide range of globally-inspired dishes created by a Michelin-starred chef will provide the fine dining experience you love while you’re on vacation. The airy Main Restaurant offers exquisite menu selections, which change nightly to give you a variety of classic and contemporary choices. And the service? Legendary.

Blu: Available exclusively to AquaClass® guests, Blu specializes in the concept of “clean cuisine.” Popular dishes are prepared in imaginative and flavorful ways, without fussiness or pretense. Blue is open for breakfast and dinner.

Sushi on Five

Specialty Dining

Tuscan Grill: An outgoing wait staff ensures tableside service that's personal as well as professional. And the food? Take the traditional style and artisanal flair of Italy, add contemporary influences, and serve the cuisine in abundance. It's all part of the expansive character of Tuscan Grille. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Sushi on Five: Sushi on Five satisfies your craving for locally sourced, authentically prepared sushi and other Japanese specialties from a menu crafted by expert restaurateur and sushi chef, Yoshikazu "Yoshi" Okada. Treat yourself to the complex flavors of a hand-made sushi roll or nigiri featuring tuna albacore, shrimp, eel, and other fresh selections, or savor the simplicity of yellowtail, salmon, and octopus sashimi. Your culinary experience would be incomplete without dessert—be sure to try the caramelized gingerbread with wasabi gelato. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Café al Bacio and Gelateria: The warm atmosphere, comfortable furniture and the sweet scent of the Gelateria's freshly baked waffle cones create an instant emotional connection. Café al Bacio is a great place to relax, any time of day. Many guests like to stop by in the evening for one of the specialty dessert cocktails, and chat about a great meal that they had or a wonderful show they just enjoyed. There's always something to talk about at Café al Bacio. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Qsine®: Celebrity’s James Beard-featured Master Chef created Qsine to take you on a culinary journey unlike anything you’ve experienced before—on land or at sea. Leave any preconceived notions behind. Dig in and try new things. It's time your palate got a wakeup call. Qsine’s iPad® menus make your dining experience even more fun and interactive. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Luminae

Casual Dining

AquaSpa® Café: Celebrity has created an extension of its leading spa experience by introducing the AquaSpa Café, one of the first venues of its kind in the cruise industry. The result is a creative take on healthy cuisine, featuring an eclectic blend of offerings that are both flavorful and nutritious. The AquaSpa Café is available to AquaClass® guests only.

Luminae: Offering complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Luminae is a culinary experience that spotlights modern, eclectic cuisine and globally inspired dishes. Luminae offers a deliciously unique dining experience exclusively for Suite Class guests.

Oceanview Café: Décor and offerings reflect that of an international marketplace. With a menu influenced by multiple cultures, the cuisine takes diners on a voyage around the world. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night.

Rendezvous Lounge: On Millennium Class ships, the Rendezvous Lounge is the perfect place to gather before dinner for a cocktail and dancing. After dinner, enjoy live music, dancing, and our signature cocktails.

Cellar Masters: Cellar Masters lets you try a bold collection of both familiar and unknown wines from around the world.

Pool/Mast Grill: Let your cravings go wild. Grab a great burger in a relaxed, poolside environment.

Room Service: Perhaps a day of kayaking, shopping or golfing has you feeling pleasantly languid-or was it the afternoon spent relaxing with a novel that has you so serene? Either way, when you're in the mood to relax and dine in the comfort of your stateroom, Celebrity offers complimentary 24-hour in-stateroom dining.


Disclaimer regarding ship dining

Times, costs and other specifics are outside the control of Costco Travel. All information is at the sole discretion of the cruise line and is subject to change without notice. Dining time and table size preferences are submitted to the cruise line on a first-come, first-served request basis and are confirmed aboard ship. Questions, concerns and/or special needs regarding dining arrangements must be addressed with the maitre d' hotel aboard ship. Every effort is made to accommodate travelers' preferences; however, Costco Travel cannot guarantee dining arrangements. In specialty restaurants, space is limited and reservations are recommended. A cover charge and dress code may apply.

Staterooms

Elegant staterooms feature an ample sitting area with a sofa and a flat screen TV.

  • Inside (Category: I2)

    Category: I2
    The private and perfectly proportioned Inside Stateroom is the ideal place to relax after your day of discovery. Need a little extra space? Combine two Inside Staterooms. Connecting at sea has never been easier.

    181 sq. ft.

    Amenities:

    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Celebrity's eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
    • King-sized bed**
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • Interactive television system
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly personalized service with a guest ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Prime Inside (Category: I1)

    Category: I1
    The private and perfectly proportioned Inside Stateroom is the ideal place to relax after your day of discovery. Need a little extra space? Combine two Inside Staterooms. Connecting at sea has never been easier.

    181 sq. ft.

    Amenities:

    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Celebrity's eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
    • King-sized bed**
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • Interactive television system
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly personalized service with a guest ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Guarantee - Inside (Category: Z)

    Category: Z
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Enjoy a view of the sea with spacious staterooms that feature a sofa and a flat screen TV.

  • Ocean View (Category: O2)

    Category: O2
    Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes the following world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern experience.

    Amenities:

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Expansive view of the ocean
    • Celebrity's eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
    • King-sized mattress**
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • Interactive television system
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly personalized service with a guest ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Prime Ocean View (Category: O1)

    Category: O1
    Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes the following world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern experience.

    Amenities:

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Expansive view of the ocean
    • Celebrity's eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
    • King-sized mattress**
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • Interactive television system
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly personalized service with a guest ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Deluxe Ocean View (Category: DO)

    Category: DO
    Enjoy the friendly, intuitive Celebrity service in one of the largest staterooms on Celebrity Edge®: The Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom. Relax in your spacious living area as you take in the ever-changing ocean views.

    242 sq. ft.

    Amenities:

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Expansive view of the ocean
    • Celebrity's eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
    • King-sized mattress**
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • Interactive television system
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly personalized service with a guest ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Guarantee - Oceanview (Category: Y)

    Category: Y
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Staterooms feature a spacious balcony. Select categories include AquaClass® or Concierge Class.

  • Veranda (partial view) (Category: V3)

    Category: V3
    Amenities

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity Shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
    • King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
    • Celebrity eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • In-room Automation on Edge Series
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Interactive television system
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Veranda (Category: V2)

    Category: V2
    Amenities

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity Shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
    • King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
    • Celebrity eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • In-room Automation on Edge Series
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Interactive television system
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Prime Veranda (Category: V1)

    Category: V1
    Amenities

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity Shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
    • King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
    • Celebrity eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • In-room Automation on Edge Series
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Interactive television system
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Deluxe Veranda (Category: DV)

    Category: DV
    Amenities

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity Shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
    • King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
    • Celebrity eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • In-room Automation on Edge Series
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Interactive television system
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Sunset Veranda (Category: SV)

    Category: SV
    Your personal veranda lets you greet the day, enjoy fresh sea breezes, and soak in breathtaking sunsets.

    Amenities:

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity Shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
    • King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
    • Celebrity eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • In-room Automation on Edge Series
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Interactive television system
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Ultra Deluxe Veranda (Category: UV)

    Category: UV
    By far the largest stateroom with a veranda - plenty of room for you and the family.

    Amenities:

    • Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
    • Four pillows in every stateroom
    • Premium Custom blended bathroom products
    • Celebrity Shopping bag

    Stateroom Features

    • Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
    • King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
    • Celebrity eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe
    • In-room Automation on Edge Series
    • Some staterooms may have a trundle bed
    • Interactive television system
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Twice daily housekeeping service
    • Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary beach towel service
    • Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request

    Dining

    • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Concierge Class (Category: C2)

    Category: C2
    Little details make a world of difference, and now our meticulously thought out Concierge Class staterooms are even better. Featuring new services, amenities, and exclusive events, step inside and discover a space that is so much more than a room—it's an experience. As a Concierge Class guest, your team of dedicated professionals will take care of all your vacation needs.

    Amenities:

    • Exclusive Welcome Aboard Concierge Class Lunch
    • 1 bottle of Sparkling Wine per cruise upon request
    • Daily delectable delights
    • Pillow selection upon request
    • Use of umbrella and binoculars
    • Celebrity embossed key holder

    Stateroom Features

    • King-sized bed**
    • eXhale® bedding
    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
    • Sitting area with sofa
    • Veranda with lounge seating
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Personalized Concierge service
    • Exclusive Destination Seminar
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary shoeshine service

    Dining

    • Main & specialty restaurant seating time preference upon availability
    • Exclusive Welcome Aboard Lunch on boarding day in the main dining room. Choose the earliest check-in times so you don't miss your welcome aboard Concierge Class lunch. (Welcome lunch times may vary by ship and itinerary.)
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Prime Concierge Class (Category: C1)

    Category: C1
    Little details make a world of difference, and now our meticulously thought out Concierge Class staterooms are even better. Featuring new services, amenities, and exclusive events, step inside and discover a space that is so much more than a room—it's an experience. As a Concierge Class guest, your team of dedicated professionals will take care of all your vacation needs.

    Amenities:

    • Exclusive Welcome Aboard Concierge Class Lunch
    • 1 bottle of Sparkling Wine per cruise upon request
    • Daily delectable delights
    • Pillow selection upon request
    • Use of umbrella and binoculars
    • Celebrity embossed key holder

    Stateroom Features

    • King-sized bed**
    • eXhale® bedding
    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
    • Sitting area with sofa
    • Veranda with lounge seating
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Personalized Concierge service
    • Exclusive Destination Seminar
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary shoeshine service

    Dining

    • Main & specialty restaurant seating time preference upon availability
    • Exclusive Welcome Aboard Lunch on boarding day in the main dining room. Choose the earliest check-in times so you don't miss your welcome aboard Concierge Class lunch. (Welcome lunch times may vary by ship and itinerary.)
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • Ultra Deluxe Concierge Class (Category: UC)

    Category: UC
    Little details make a world of difference, and now our meticulously thought out Concierge Class staterooms are even better. Featuring new services, amenities, and exclusive events, step inside and discover a space that is so much more than a room—it's an experience. As a Concierge Class guest, your team of dedicated professionals will take care of all your vacation needs.

    Amenities:

    • Exclusive Welcome Aboard Concierge Class Lunch
    • 1 bottle of Sparkling Wine per cruise upon request
    • Daily delectable delights
    • Pillow selection upon request
    • Use of umbrella and binoculars
    • Celebrity embossed key holder

    Stateroom Features

    • King-sized bed**
    • eXhale® bedding
    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
    • Sitting area with sofa
    • Veranda with lounge seating
    • Individual safe
    • Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
    • Mini-fridge*
    • Hair dryer

    Services

    • Personalized Concierge service
    • Exclusive Destination Seminar
    • Laundry service*
    • Complimentary shoeshine service

    Dining

    • Main & specialty restaurant seating time preference upon availability
    • Exclusive Welcome Aboard Lunch on boarding day in the main dining room. Choose the earliest check-in times so you don't miss your welcome aboard Concierge Class lunch. (Welcome lunch times may vary by ship and itinerary.)
    • 24-hour room service†
    *Additional charges apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

  • AquaClass (Category: A2)

    Category: A2
    Wellness is so fundamental to our philosophy, we offer AquaClass® staterooms for a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience. Elements are thoughtfully infused throughout your stateroom, from verandas that allow you to walk right out to the water's edge to a Cashmere™ mattress and pillow menus. Savor clean cuisine, including new healthy options, at your exclusive restaurant, Blu. Plus, you'll enjoy access to the SEA Thermal Suite, a spa concierge, a complimentary fitness pass, preferential rates on AquaClass spa packages, daily in-room bottled water service, healthy room-service menu options, and a yoga mat for use on board. We've thought of everything so that you can focus on nourishing your mind, body, and spirit.

    Spa Benefits

    • Unlimited access to the Adults-Only Sea Thermal Suite
    • Dedicated Spa Concierge: Personal Consultation
    • Priority Spa Reservations
    • Complimentary fitness classes (Offering varies by cruise length. Learn more)
    • Exclusive spa treatment package discounts*
    Amenities:
    • 2 Bottled waters in-room: daily
    • 2 Yoga mats
    • In-room fitness amenities menu
    • Eco-friendly natural ingredients shower amenities
    • 100% Cotton bathrobes, slippers, towels
    • Welcome bottle of sparkling wine (upon request)
    • Complimentary use of umbrella and binoculars
    • Complimentary shoeshine service
    • Pillow selection upon request

    Dining

    • AquaClass Exclusive Restaurant: Blu
    • Expanded room service breakfast menu available†

    AquaClass Features

    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors
    • King-sized bed**
    • Exclusive eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space
    • Spacious sitting area with sofa
    • Enhanced air filtration system
    *Additional charges apply

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

  • Prime AquaClass (Category: A1)

    Category: A1
    Wellness is so fundamental to our philosophy, we offer AquaClass® staterooms for a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience. Elements are thoughtfully infused throughout your stateroom, from verandas that allow you to walk right out to the water's edge to a Cashmere™ mattress and pillow menus. Savor clean cuisine, including new healthy options, at your exclusive restaurant, Blu. Plus, you'll enjoy access to the SEA Thermal Suite, a spa concierge, a complimentary fitness pass, preferential rates on AquaClass spa packages, daily in-room bottled water service, healthy room-service menu options, and a yoga mat for use on board. We've thought of everything so that you can focus on nourishing your mind, body, and spirit.

    Spa Benefits

    • Unlimited access to the Adults-Only Sea Thermal Suite
    • Dedicated Spa Concierge: Personal Consultation
    • Priority Spa Reservations
    • Complimentary fitness classes (Offering varies by cruise length. Learn more)
    • Exclusive spa treatment package discounts*
    Amenities:
    • 2 Bottled waters in-room: daily
    • 2 Yoga mats
    • In-room fitness amenities menu
    • Eco-friendly natural ingredients shower amenities
    • 100% Cotton bathrobes, slippers, towels
    • Welcome bottle of sparkling wine (upon request)
    • Complimentary use of umbrella and binoculars
    • Complimentary shoeshine service
    • Pillow selection upon request

    Dining

    • AquaClass Exclusive Restaurant: Blu
    • Expanded room service breakfast menu available†

    AquaClass Features

    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors
    • King-sized bed**
    • Exclusive eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space
    • Spacious sitting area with sofa
    • Enhanced air filtration system
    *Additional charges apply

    † $9.95 service fee and 20% gratuity may apply

    **Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed

  • Guarantee - Concierge Class (Category: XC)

    Category: XC
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

  • Guarantee - Aqua Class (Category: XA)

    Category: XA
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

  • Guarantee - Balcony (Category: X)

    Category: X
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Suites feature European-style butler services, priority check-in and debarkation, seating preferences and much more.

  • Sky Suite (Category: S1)

    Category: S1
    Perfectly designed Sky Suites offer a blend of expansive views and intimate luxury. These large suites feature our signature Cashmere™ Mattress with eXhale® bedding and a spacious, private veranda.

    • Studio
    • 1 bathroom
    • Sq ft: 254-362 interior / 57-102 terrace

    Highlights

    • Veranda with lounge seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors
    • Exclusive eXhale®bedding
    • King-sized mattress (bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed)
    • Trundle bed in some suites
    • Plentiful storage space
    • Spacious sitting area with sofa

    Exclusive services and amenities

    • Daily delivery of afternoon savories upon request
    • Afternoon tea event hosted in The Retreat Lounge
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Complimentary use of umbrella and binoculars
    • Complimentary shoe shine service

  • AquaClass Sky Suite (Category: AS)

    Category: AS
    Wellness is so fundamental to our philosophy, we've created a whole new way to nourish your mind and body. Aqua Sky Suites combine the best of our rejuvenating AquaClass® experience with the ultimate luxury of The Retreat®. These suites feature a king-sized** bed with exclusive eXhale® bedding and a spacious, private veranda. Spa-inspired elements are thoughtfully infused throughout, including eco-friendly bathroom products, yoga mats, in-stateroom fitness amenities, and daily bottled water service.

    • Studio
    • 1 bathroom
    • Sq ft: 254 - 319 interior / 57 - 79 veranda

    Highlights

    • Spacious veranda
    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors
    • King-sized bed**
    • Exclusive eXhale® bedding
    • Plentiful storage space
    • Spacious sitting area with sofa
    • Suite Automation (Available on Edge Series)

    Exclusive services and amenities

    • Exclusive access to The Retreat
    • Unlimited access to the Adults-Only SEA Thermal Suite on Edge Series
    • Unlimited access to the Adults-Only Persian Garden on Millennium and Solstice Series
    • 2 Yoga mats & In-room fitness amenities
    • Full In-Suite Menu (Breakfast and Dinner) featuring clean cuisine from Blu

  • Celebrity Suite (Category: CS)

    Category: CS
    It's time you got the celebrity treatment. These two-room suites feature a large living area with floor to ceiling panoramic windows, private veranda, and a primary bedroom with a king-size bed featuring our signature eXhale® bedding and Cashmere™ Mattress

    • 1 bedroom
    • 1 bathroom
    • Interior 394-498 sq.ft / terrace 51-105 sq.ft

    Highlights

    • Veranda with lounge seating
    • Floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors
    • Exclusive eXhale®bedding
    • King-sized mattress (bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed)
    • Trundle bed in some suites
    • Plentiful storage space
    • Spacious sitting area with sofa

    Exclusive services and amenities

    • Daily delivery of afternoon savories
    • Afternoon tea event hosted in The Retreat Lounge
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Complimentary use of golf umbrella and binoculars
    • Complimentary shoe shine service

  • Royal Suite (Category: RS)

    Category: RS
    Unwind in a luxuriously large living area featuring floor to ceiling panoramic windows. The Royal Suite features our luxury Cashmere™ Mattress, a primary bathroom with a large soaking tub, a separate shower, a double sink vanity, and a spacious private veranda. No matter where you are in this suite, you'll enjoy stunning views of the sea, the way every royal should.

    • 1 bedroom
    • 1 bathroom
    • Sq ft: 562-687 interior / 72-195 terrace

    Highlights

    • Floor-to-ceiling windows
    • Spacious sitting area with sofa
    • One bedroom, one full bathroom (and a half bathroom on Edge Series ships)
    • Exclusive eXhale® bedding, featuring our king-size Cashmere Mattress*
    • Veranda with lounge seating (whirlpool tub on Solstice Series and Millennium Series ships)
    • Primary bathroom with whirlpool tub and dual sinks on select ships
    • Generous storage space

    Exclusive services and amenities

    • Complimentary bottled water, soda, and beer stocked daily
    • Unlimited lunch and dinner in all specialty restaurants
    • Two complimentary bottles of premium spirits
    • VIP canapés
    • Complimentary laundry and pressing service
    • Complimentary Extend Your Stay in participating debarkation ports
    • Priority luggage delivery
    *Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed.

  • Penthouse Suite (Category: PS)

    Category: PS
    Our Penthouse Suites feature a primary bedroom, bathroom, dining area, guest bedroom and bathroom, terrace, and private hot tub. They even have an attentive butler on hand to ensure you never have to lift a finger during your vacation.

    • 1-2 bedrooms
    • 2 bathrooms
    • Sq ft: 1291-1432 interior / 197-1098 terrace

    Highlights

    • Spacious layout with a dining table that seats eight and separate sitting area
    • Two bedrooms on Edge® Series ships, one bedroom on other ships, and two full bathrooms
    • Exclusive eXhale® bedding, featuring king-sized mattresses*
    • Veranda with lounge seating
    • Private whirlpool tub with views
    • Marble primary bathroom with whirlpool tub and dual sinks
    • Walk-in closet with generous storage space

    Exclusive services and amenities

    • Complimentary bottled water, soda, and beer stocked daily
    • Unlimited lunch and dinner in all specialty restaurants
    • Two complimentary bottles of premium spirits
    • VIP canapés
    • Complimentary laundry and pressing service
    • Complimentary Extend Your Stay in participating debarkation ports
    • Priority luggage delivery
    *Bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed.

  • Guarantee - Suite (Category: W)

    Category: W
    This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Deck Plan

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SymbolDescription
Wheelchair-accessible stateroom featuring roll-in showerWheelchair-accessible stateroom featuring roll-in shower
Convertible sofa bedConvertible sofa bed
Two upper berthsTwo upper berths
One upper berthOne upper berth
Connecting stateroomsConnecting staterooms
Inside stateroom door locationInside stateroom door location
Double convertible sofa bedDouble convertible sofa bed
Partially obstructed viewPartially obstructed view
Stateroom for occupancy 5 and upStateroom for occupancy 5 and up

Ship Facts

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  • Ship Name: Celebrity Summit
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Year Refurbished: 2019
  • Year Entered Present Fleet: 2001
  • Ship Class: Millennium
  • Maximum Capacity: 2,559
  • Number of Passenger Decks: 11
  • Number of Crew: 999
  • Officers' Nationality: Greek
  • Ocean-View without Balcony: 244
  • Ocean-View with Balcony: 573
  • Total Inside Staterooms: 212
  • Tonnage (GRT): 91,000
  • Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,218
  • Country of Registry: Malta
  • Total Staterooms: 1,079
  • Suites with Balcony: 50
  • Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
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*Price shown is per person based on double occupancy and is valid for select stateroom categories only. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for details.

†One Digital Costco Shop Card per room/stateroom, per stay. The exact amount of the Digital Costco Shop Card will be calculated during the booking process. The Digital Costco Shop Card promotion is nontransferable and may not be combined with any other promotion. A Digital Costco Shop Card will arrive by email approximately 10 days after the start of your cruise. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for additional information.

Ship's registry: Malta

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