Star Princess

7-Day Inside Passage (Roundtrip Seattle)

Our Largest, Most Premium Stateroom With Accommodations for Up to Five GuestsThe exceptional features of a Signature Sky Suite include luxurious appointments, an expansive stateroom and balcony featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, one with a full bath with tub and separate shower, a seating area and sofa bed. Along with special suite-only benefits, this stateroom includes access to the Signature Restaurant, Signature Lounge and private Signature area of The Sanctuary.In addition to premium stateroom amenities, Signature Collection suites include access to the Signature Restaurant, Signature Lounge and Signature Sun Deck, a private area of the Sanctuary.<ul><li>Approx. 1,262 sq. ft., including balcony</li><li>Pre-Cruise Shoreside Concierge</li><li>Seamless curb to suite experience</li><li>Suite Experience Manager to service your every need</li><li>Reserved Princess Cays® bungalow~</li><li>Premium Champagne upon arrival</li><li>Two full bottle bar setup &amp; mixers</li><li>Complimentary Princess Fine Wine Tasting</li><li>Private shopping concierge</li><li>Complimentary Ultimate Balcony Breakfast and Dinner</li><li>Luxury balcony furniture </li><li>Living area with sofa that sleeps one▲</li><li>Master bedroom with Princess Luxury Bed</li><li>Private master bathroom with bathtub and separate rain shower</li><li>Spacious closet and vanity/desk in master bedroom</li><li>Second bedroom with Princess Luxury Bed (queen or pair of twin beds)▲</li><li>Spacious closet and vanity/desk in second bedroom</li><li>Luxury bedroom and bathroom linens</li><li>Upgraded bathrobes and slippers</li><li>Luxury bathroom amenities</li><li>Portable hairdryer</li><li>Nespresso machine</li></ul>▲ 3rd/4th/5th berths available~ Applicable on voyages that visit Princess Cays

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Signature Sky Suite

The most relaxing accommodations at seaSurrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Signature Penthouse Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of our Signature Collection, including access to the Signature Restaurant, Signature Lounge and Signature Sun Deck, a private area of The Sanctuary. Enjoy more living space, a separate seating area with sofa bed, enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.In addition to premium stateroom amenities, Signature Collection suites include access to the Signature Restaurant, Signature Lounge and Signature Sun Deck, a private area of the Sanctuary. <ul><li>Approx. 304 to 636 sq. ft., including balcony</li><li>Luxury balcony furniture</li><li>2 floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors</li><li>Separate sitting area with sofa bed, chair and 2 tables</li><li>One complimentary mini-bar setup and free daily bottled water</li><li>Spacious closet</li><li>Complimentary laundry and professional cleaning services</li><li>Complimentary dinner at specialty restaurant on embarkation evening^</li><li>Priority reservations for specialty restaurants and shore excursions</li><li>Priority disembarkation at tender ports</li><li>Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲</li><li>Refrigerator</li><li>Two flat-panel televisions</li><li>Private bathroom with tub and separate shower‡</li><li>100% cotton, high-thread count linens</li><li>Complimentary 24-hour room service†</li><li>Desk with chair</li><li>Hair dryer &amp; fine bathroom amenities</li><li>Digital security safe</li></ul>▲ 3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. ‡ Separate tubs are available in Signature Sky Suites, Signature Owner’s Suites and Signature Penthouse Suites. † Charges apply for balcony dinner, pizza delivery and beverages. Subject to change. ^ Applicable on cruises six days or longer. Reservations can be made once onboard your ship.

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Signature Collection Suites

Enjoy Breathtaking Views in This Resort-Style StateroomThe Cabana stateroom features a balcony, a private cabana, unique outdoor furniture and an extra-large private lounge space that lets you take in the fresh sea air. Unwind inside with a separate sitting area with sofa bed and premium bathroom amenities. Enjoy Reserve Collection upgrades on select Cabana Mini-Suites. In addition to the great amenities found in all Cabana Mini-Suites, you will receive Reserve Collection upgrades, including access to the Reserve Collection Restaurant.<ul><li>Approximately 329 sq. ft., including balcony and cabana</li><li>Balcony with 2-4 chairs, table and ottoman</li><li>Private cabana beside your balcony for an extra-large outdoor lounge space</li><li>Access to the Cabana Deck, an outdoor lounge space exclusively for Reserve Cabana staterooms</li><li>Bathroom with shower</li><li>Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors</li><li>Separate sitting area with sofa bed &amp; coffee table</li><li>Complimentary welcome glass of bubbly on embarkation day</li><li>Luxury mattress topper and pillows</li><li>Two flat-panel televisions</li><li>Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲</li><li>Refrigerator</li><li>100% cotton, high-thread count linens</li><li>24-hour room service†</li><li>Spacious closet</li><li>Desk with chair</li><li>Hair dryer &amp; bathroom amenities</li><li>Digital security safe</li></ul>▲3rd/4th berths available in select staterooms. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

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Cabana Mini-Suite

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Owner's Suite

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Penthouse Suite

Treat Yourself Every Time You Walk Into Your StateroomA complimentary glass of bubbly isn't the only perk you enjoy when you choose a Mini-Suite. It's substantially larger than a balcony stateroom and includes a separate seating area with sofa bed as well as two flat-panel TVs. Need a little extra space for your family or group? A Mini-Suite is the option for you. Enjoy Reserve Collection upgrades on select Mini-Suites. In addition to the great amenities found in all Mini-Suites, you will receive Reserve Collection upgrades, including access to the Reserve Collection Restaurant.<ul><li>Approximately 303 sq. ft., including balcony</li><li>Balcony with 2-4 chairs, table and ottoman</li><li>Bathroom with shower</li><li>Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors</li><li>Separate sitting area with sofa bed &amp; coffee table</li><li>Complimentary welcome glass of bubbly on embarkation day</li><li>Luxury mattress topper and pillows</li><li>Two flat-panel televisions</li><li>Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲</li><li>Refrigerator</li><li>100% cotton, high-thread count linens</li><li>24-hour room service†</li><li>Spacious closet</li><li>Desk with chair</li><li>Hair dryer &amp; bathroom amenities</li><li>Digital security safe</li></ul>▲3rd/4th berths available in select staterooms. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

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Mini-Suite

Cove Balcony

Premium Deluxe Balcony

A Front Row Seat for Beautiful SceneryThis inspired stateroom offers the added indulgence of a private balcony with well-appointed outdoor furniture and a relaxing view of the scenery that surrounds you, whether a rainbow-colored sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also the perfect setting for cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.<ul><li>Approximately 235 sq. ft., including balcony</li><li>Balcony with 2 chairs and table</li><li>Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors</li><li>Comfortable queen or pair of twin beds▲</li><li>Refrigerator</li><li>Flat-panel television</li><li>Private bathroom with shower</li><li>100% cotton, high-thread count linens</li><li>24-hour room service†</li><li>Spacious closet</li><li>Desk with chair</li><li>Hair dryer &amp; bathroom amenities</li><li>Digital security safe</li></ul>▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

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Deluxe Balcony

A Room With an Expansive ViewWhether the calm of the deep blue sea or the adventure of a new city on the horizon, the Premium Oceanview stateroom ensures picture-perfect snapshots from the comfort of your room. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room and the added benefit of ocean views that bring an airy openness to the space.<ul><li>Approx. 212 sq. ft.</li><li>Stunning ocean-view window</li><li>Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲</li><li>Refrigerator</li><li>Flat-panel television</li><li>Private bathroom with shower</li><li>100% cotton, high-thread count linens</li><li>24-hour room service†</li><li>Spacious closet</li><li>Desk with chair</li><li>Hair dryer &amp; bathroom amenities</li><li>Digital security safe</li></ul>▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. †Guests may call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® Cruises app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 USD per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 USD room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. Limitations, restrictions and conditions apply.

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Premium Oceanview

Our Most Affordable Option for Guests Who Just Want a Comfortable Spot to RechargeAn interior is the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, these staterooms feature two twin beds or a queen-size bed and the basic amenities you expect, from flat-panel TV to in-room refrigerator.<ul><li>Approx. 136 to 145 sq ft.</li><li>Comfortable queen or pair of twin beds▲♦</li><li>Refrigerator</li><li>Flat-panel television</li><li>Private bathroom with shower</li><li>100% cotton, high-thread count linens</li><li>Spacious closet</li><li>Desk with chair</li><li>Hair dryer &amp; bathroom amenities</li><li>Digital security safe</li></ul>▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins. ♦Single-occupancy interior staterooms with queen bed available.

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Interior

For guests with limited mobilityPrincess offers a selection of staterooms that provide full wheelchair-turning space. In addition, these staterooms include either a roll-in shower or transfer shower equipped with grab bars and a fold-down bench seat, an easy access closet and accessible writing desk.Note: ADA accessible stateroom shown is on board Sky Princess®. Amenities and stateroom arrangements vary by ship. Certain stateroom categories may vary in size and configuration by ship. Call Princess for more information or send inquiries to the Access Office via email at accessofficeprincess@princesscruises.com.

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Wheelchair-Accessible

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Deck 20

<ul><li>The Dome </li><li>SkyDeck Sports Court &amp; Track</li><li>More information coming soon</li></ul>

Deck 19

<ul><li>Fitness Center</li><li>Fitness Studio</li><li>Lotus Salon</li><li>Sanctuary Club</li><li>Star Bar</li><li>The Dome</li><li>Wellness Studio</li><li>More information coming soon</li></ul>

Deck 18

<ul><li>Coffee &amp; Cones</li><li>Lido Bar</li><li>Lido Greens</li><li>Lido Grill</li><li>Lido Pool</li><li>Lido Slice</li><li>Lido Tacos</li><li>Love By Britto</li><li>The Dome</li><li>THE MIX</li><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li><li>Suites</li><li>More information coming soon</li></ul>

Deck 17

<ul><li>Sea View Terrace</li><li>Signature Suite Lounge</li><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li><li>Suites</li></ul>

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<ul><li>Signature Suite Lounge</li><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li><li>Suites</li></ul>

Deck 15

<ul><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li><li>Suites</li></ul>

Deck 14

<ul><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li></ul>

Deck 12

<ul><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Oceanview Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li><li>Suites</li></ul>

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Deck 10

<ul><li>Alfredo's Pizzeria</li><li>Americana Diner</li><li>Cabana Deck</li><li>Future Cruise Planning</li><li>International Café</li><li>The Eatery</li><li>The Piazza</li><li>The Promenade</li><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li><li>Mini-Suites</li></ul>

Deck 9

<ul><li>Crooners</li><li>Makato Ocean</li><li>Princess Arena</li><li>Princess Casino</li><li>Princess Casino (Non-Smoking)</li><li>Sabatini's Italian Trattoria</li><li>Sanctuary Restaurant</li><li>The Eatery</li><li>The Piazza</li><li>The Shops of Princess</li><li>Umai Teppanyaki</li><li>Wake View Terrace</li></ul>

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<ul><li>Bellini's</li><li>Celestial Dining Room</li><li>Coffee Currents</li><li>Crown Grill</li><li>Good Spirits at Sea</li><li>Neon Grove</li><li>O’Malley’s Irish Pub</li><li>Princess Arena</li><li>Princess Live!</li><li>The Butcher’s Block by Dario</li><li>The Catch by Rudi</li><li>The Piazza</li><li>The Shops of Princess</li><li>The Underground</li><li>Wheelhouse Bar</li></ul>

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<ul><li>Aurora Dining Room</li><li>Firefly Park</li><li>Guest Services</li><li>Lotus Spa</li><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Oceanview Staterooms</li><li>Balcony Staterooms</li></ul>

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<ul><li>Lotus Spa</li><li>Interior Staterooms</li><li>Oceanview Staterooms</li></ul>

Deck 5

<ul><li>Medical Centre</li><li>The Landing</li></ul>

Deck 4

Where a world of flavors comes to life with an ever-changing menu showcasing regional specialties and comforting favorites, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Our attentive waitstaff is always ready to serve the freshest offerings and your favorite beverage. Whether you crave a familiar dish or are excited to explore new flavors, dining at The Eatery is a seamless and satisfying experience for every palate.

The Eatery

Savor the classicsFrom timeless bites to nostalgic sides, Americana Diner serves classic favorites all day long.​ Enjoy comfort food and American classics for when you're craving a hearty meal or a quick bite.​

Americana Diner

Complimentary fine dining at seaSavor chef-crafted menus in our Main Dining Rooms, featuring a curated selection of modern and classic dishes made with the finest ingredients. Enjoy the freedom to dine your way with three table service options: walk-in—perfect for those who prefer a spontaneous dining experience; flexible—allowing you to reserve a table at a time that suits you; and traditional—offering early or late seating at the same table with the same dedicated waitstaff. The choice is yours aboard Princess.

Main Dining Rooms

Where Teppan cuisine and spectacular showmanship meetGather around a shared table and prepare to be mesmerized as your personal chef takes center stage, showcasing dazzling skills while expertly juggling meats, seafood, poultry, and fresh vegetables on a sizzling teppanyaki grill. This “eat-ertainment” experience is one you won’t want to miss.

Umai Teppanyaki

Culinary mastery at seaDive into an ocean of flavor with a menu designed by our master chef and head of culinary arts, Rudi Sodamin. Inspired by the land and sea, enjoy locally sourced fresh seafood, grilled fish, and chilled oysters on ice, along with pasta and succulent steaks, all served with flair at this one-of-a-kind specialty dining experience.

The Catch by Rudi

If you enjoy taking in the views from the back of the ship, you’ll love our brand-new Wake View Terrace. It has everything you could want: infinity pool, South Beach-style resort deck, entertainment day and night and (most importantly) a full bar. All guests are welcome to kick back here with their favourite drinks and favourite people.

Wake View Terrace

Look ahead to adventures on the horizon from the new Sea View Terrace and Bar, located at the front of your ship. This two-deck bar and modern-yet-cozy lounge space is perfect for relaxing in the fresh sea air with the world’s best stressbuster: ocean views. This is what vacations are for.

Sea View Terrace

Now located just off the Piazza, you can take in world-class views then indulge in a little retail therapy in these elegant boutiques.

The Shops of Princess

We’re upping the ante with a sleek new look and central location for our friendliest casino at sea. Come play with us, whether slots or table games.

Princess Casino

Inspired by the terraces of Santorini, The Dome is a multi-level covered deck and first-of-its-kind glass-enclosed dome ever constructed on a cruise ship. During the day, the Dome features an indoor/outdoor pool and unique water feature in a comfortable and relaxed space. At night, the pool becomes a stage, and the Dome completely transforms into an entertainment venue with a South Beach vibe, state-of-the-art lighting effects and stunning entertainment.

The Dome

As a Signature Collection guest, you not only enjoy premium stateroom amenities, you also have this private area of The Sanctuary to call your own. No kids, no worries, just you, the sun and your Serenity Steward to get you whatever you need. Brand-new!

Signature Sun Deck

Infused with light, our next generation Piazza connects you to the world with dynamic views and innovative experiences. Stroll through this — a hub of activity, inspired by the vibrant squares of Europe. Bring the world to you, and enjoy ocean views in every direction.

The Piazza

Our Princess Theatre has evolved into the Princess Arena, our most technologically advanced performance space. We can configure it in different ways — even in the round! — and its crowning glory is an LCD panel that brings productions to life. More ways to configure the stage means more ways to entertain you.

Princess Arena

Princess Live! provides non-stop entertainment throughout the day and each evening with trivia, game shows, the Daily Wake Show, live concerts and late-night comedy. Our new design is relaxed and right next to the nearby dining venues — Crown Grill and Good Spirits At Sea — seamlessly integrating your entertainment and dining favourites.

Princess Live!

If you haven’t tried The Sanctuary yet, this is your open invitation to spend a half or full day in a retreat that’s only for adults and soaking up every bit of relaxation you can. Sip on a signature beverage, or work the knots out with an al fresco massage.

The Sanctuary

One of the many perks of staying in a Reserve Collection Cabana Mini-Suite is access to our new Cabana Deck, an exclusive outdoor space with comfy furniture and the freedom to spend the day however you like. It just may be your favourite spot on board!

Cabana Deck

The Lotus Spa® on Sun Princess® is our first spa to stand two stories tall! Just as exciting are the new features you can enjoy, like a salt room and an aeromatic steam room, and reimagined favourites, like the Enclave and hydro pool. And as for treatments? Even more options to choose from on your wellness journey.

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Lotus Spa

Princess Cruises

Seattle, Washington

Seattle is a scenic seaport city in western Washington, situated on an isthmus between Puget Sound to the west and Lake Washington to the east. It is the largest city in Washington. Five pioneer families from Illinois first settled the area in 1851, and named the town after a friendly Suquamish Indian chief. It was incorporated as a city in 1869, and grew quickly after the Great Northern Railway arrived in 1893, especially during the Alaska Gold Rush of 1897. When the Panama Canal opened in 1914, Seattle became a major Pacific port of entry, and today it is the region's commercial and transportation hub and the centre of manufacturing, trade, and finance, with an estimated 684,451 residents as of 2015.

Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan is famous for its colorful totem poles, rainy skies, steep–as–San Francisco streets, and lush island setting. Some 13,500 people call the town home, and, in the summer, cruise ships crowd the shoreline, floatplanes depart noisily for Misty Fiords National Monument, and salmon-laden commercial fishing boats motor through Tongass Narrows. In the last decade Ketchikan's rowdy, blue-collar heritage of logging and fishing has been softened by the loss of many timber-industry jobs and the dramatic rise of cruise-ship tourism. With some effort, though, visitors can still glimpse the rugged frontier spirit that once permeated this hardscrabble cannery town. Art lovers should make a beeline for Ketchikan: the arts community here is very active. Travelers in search of the perfect piece of Alaska art will find an incredible range of pieces to choose from.The town is at the foot of 3,000-foot Deer Mountain, near the southeastern corner of Revillagigedo (locals shorten it to Revilla) Island. Prior to the arrival of white miners and fishermen in 1885, the Tlingit used the site at the mouth of Ketchikan Creek as a summer fish camp. Gold discoveries just before the turn of the 20th century brought more immigrants, and valuable timber and commercial fishing resources spurred new industries. By the 1930s the town bragged that it was the "salmon-canning capital of the world." You will still find some of Southeast's best salmon fishing around here. Ketchikan is the first bite of Alaska that many travelers taste. Despite its imposing backdrop, hillside homes, and many staircases, the town is relatively easy to walk through. Favorite downtown stops include the Spruce Mill Development shops and Creek Street. A bit farther away you'll find the Totem Heritage Center. Out of town (but included on most bus tours) are two longtime favorites: Totem Bight State Historical Park to the north and Saxman Totem Park to the south.

Juneau, Alaska

Juneau, Alaska's capital and third-largest city, is on the North American mainland but can't be reached by road. Bounded by steep mountains and water, the city’s geographic isolation and compact size make it much more akin to an island community such as Sitka than to other Alaskan urban centers, such as Fairbanks or Anchorage. Juneau is full of contrasts. Its dramatic hillside location and historic downtown buildings provide a frontier feeling, but the city's cosmopolitan nature comes through in fine museums, noteworthy restaurants, and a literate and outdoorsy populace. The finest of the museums, the Alaska State Museum, is scheduled to reopen in May 2016 on its old site as the expanded Alaska State Library, Archives, and Museum (SLAM) following several years of planning and exhibit research. Another new facility, the Walter Soboleff Center, offers visitors a chance to learn about the indigenous cultures of Southeast Alaska–-Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian. Other highlights include the Mt. Roberts Tramway, plenty of densely forested wilderness areas, quiet bays for sea kayaking, and even a famous drive-up glacier, Mendenhall Glacier. For goings-on, pick up the Juneau Empire (www.juneauempire.com), which keeps tabs on state politics, business, sports, and local news.

Endicott Arm And Dawes Glacier

Skagway, Alaska

Located at the northern terminus of the Inside Passage, Skagway is a one-hour ferry ride from Haines. By road, however, the distance is 359 miles, as you have to take the Haines Highway up to Haines Junction, Yukon, then take the Alaska Highway 100 miles south to Whitehorse, and then drive a final 100 miles south on the Klondike Highway to Skagway. North-country folk call this sightseeing route the Golden Horseshoe or Golden Circle tour, because it passes a lot of gold-rush country in addition to spectacular lake, forest, and mountain scenery.The town is an amazingly preserved artifact from North America's biggest, most-storied gold rush. Most of the downtown district forms part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, a unit of the National Park System dedicated to commemorating and interpreting the frenzied stampede of 1897 that extended to Dawson City in Canada's Yukon.Nearly all the historic sights are within a few blocks of the cruise-ship and ferry dock, allowing visitors to meander through the town's attractions at whatever pace they choose. Whether you're disembarking from a cruise ship, a ferry, or a dusty automobile fresh from the Golden Circle, you'll quickly discover that tourism is the lifeblood of this town. Unless you're visiting in winter or hiking into the backcountry on the Chilkoot Trail, you aren't likely to find a quiet Alaska experience around Skagway.

Victoria, British Columbia

Victoria, the capital of a province whose license plates brazenly label it "The Best Place on Earth," is a walkable, livable seaside city of fragrant gardens, waterfront paths, engaging museums, and beautifully restored 19th-century architecture. In summer, the Inner Harbour—Victoria's social and cultural center—buzzes with visiting yachts, horse-and-carriage rides, street entertainers, and excursion boats heading out to visit pods of friendly local whales. Yes, it might be a bit touristy, but Victoria's good looks, gracious pace, and manageable size are instantly beguiling, especially if you stand back to admire the mountains and ocean beyond. At the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria dips slightly below the 49th parallel. That puts it farther south than most of Canada, giving it the mildest climate in the country, with virtually no snow and less than half the rain of Vancouver. The city's geography, or at least its place names, can cause confusion. Just to clarify: the city of Victoria is on Vancouver Island (not Victoria Island). The city of Vancouver is on the British Columbia mainland, not on Vancouver Island. At any rate, that upstart city of Vancouver didn't even exist in 1843 when Victoria, then called Fort Victoria, was founded as the westernmost trading post of the British-owned Hudson's Bay Company. Victoria was the first European settlement on Vancouver Island, and in 1868 it became the capital of British Columbia. The British weren't here alone, of course. The local First Nations people—the Songhees, the Saanich, and the Sooke—had already lived in the areas for thousands of years before anyone else arrived. Their art and culture are visible throughout southern Vancouver Island. You can see this in private and public galleries, in the totems at Thunderbird Park, in the striking collections at the Royal British Columbia Museum, and at the Quw'utsun'Cultural and Conference Centre in nearby Duncan. Spanish explorers were the first foreigners to explore the area, although they left little more than place names (Galiano Island and Cordova Bay, for example). The thousands of Chinese immigrants drawn by the gold rushes of the late 19th century had a much greater impact, founding Canada's oldest Chinatown and adding an Asian influence that's still quite pronounced in Victoria's multicultural mix. Despite its role as the provincial capital, Victoria was largely eclipsed, economically, by Vancouver throughout the 20th century. This, as it turns out, was all to the good, helping to preserve Victoria's historic downtown and keeping the city largely free of skyscrapers and highways. For much of the 20th century, Victoria was marketed to tourists as "The Most British City in Canada," and it still has more than its share of Anglo-themed pubs, tea shops, and double-decker buses. These days, however, Victorians prefer to celebrate their combined indigenous, Asian, and European heritage, and the city's stunning wilderness backdrop. Locals do often venture out for afternoon tea, but they're just as likely to nosh on dim sum or tapas. Decades-old shops sell imported linens and tweeds, but newer upstarts offer local designs in hemp and organic cotton. And let's not forget that fabric prevalent among locals: Gore-Tex. The outdoors is ever present here. You can hike, bike, kayak, sail, or whale-watch straight from the city center, and forests, beaches, offshore islands, and wilderness parklands lie just minutes away. A little farther afield, there's surfing near Sooke, wine touring in the Cowichan Valley, and kayaking among the Gulf Islands.

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