Virgin Voyages, the award-winning cruise line that has redefined cruising, is gearing up to offer an unforgettable Alaskan experience starting in summer 2026. Following its recent recognition as the top large-ship cruise line by Condé Nast Traveler, Virgin is expanding into the stunning landscapes of Alaska with exclusive itineraries aboard the Brilliant Lady. With a strong emphasis on adventure, style, and personalized experiences, Virgin Voyages is set to make Alaska cruises anything but ordinary. Here’s everything you need to know to start planning your Alaskan journey with Virgin.

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I know a lot of you have already booked 2025 Alaska cruises but it's never too early to start saving and planning for 2026 Alaska cruises! We're excited to share news from Royal Caribbean about their plans for adventure in the Last Frontier, with a stunning lineup of Alaska cruises in the summer of 2025. From the wildlife-rich landscapes to glacier-filled fjords, there's something for every traveler, including families and solo adventurers. With new itineraries, expanded ship options, and immersive on-land experiences, Alaska remains one of the most sought-after destinations for cruise lovers. This year, Royal Caribbean will have four ships sailing in Alaska with 7-13-day cruises from Seattle and Vancouver.

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If you're a fan of cruises and love discovering new cultures in style then you probably already are familiar with Holland America Line and how proud they are of their Dutch heritage. In fact, this is one of the things that I love most about sailing with them. Their ships are in many ways, literally floating embassies that harken back to the days when Dutch merchants ruled the waves and spread their culture around the globe while bringing back a wealth of food, resources, ideas and other cultural elements back home. Now, Holland America Line is expanding on their "Orange Party" night that we talked about a few months ago and are making it a day-long Dutch Day celebration where guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant Dutch heritage through food, drinks, art, music and other activities too. During this special celebration, the "whole 'dam ship" transforms into a lively orange spectacle, complete with Dutch decor, food, and live entertainment. It's an all-day celebration that has you and your pals donning orange to commemorate King's Day. Let's take a deeper look ...

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Princess Cruises has just announced something special for all you wine aficionados out there. Set sail this fall on two Pacific Coast Wine & Food Experience cruises: one on Discovery Princess leaving October 1, and the other on Sapphire Princess departing October 8, 2023.

Read more: There's Still Time Left For 2023 Fall Coastal California Wine Cruises On Discovery Princess

There are a lot of reasons why Holland America Line is our top pick for west coast cruises from San Diego as well as Alaska cruises. While there are a lot of options out there where you can spend a few days relaxing on a beautiful ship with fabulous food, drinks, and service - Holland America Line as a company goes further. This is clear from small things like the fact that their ships are constantly being cleaned, repainted, and updated while in port and it is even more evident from a corporate responsibility perspective as well. That's why we were so excited to be there earlier this month when they donated $450,000 in aid to Ukraine to California-based Direct Relief.

Read more: Holland America Line Donates $450,000 From On Deck For A Cause To Ukrainian Relief Efforts