Princess Cruises Brings Alaska to Life with New North to Alaska Experiences for 2026

In anticipation of the 2026 Alaska season, Princess Cruises, the highest-rated cruise line in Alaska, is debuting four new North to Alaska experiences alongside returning guest favorites. All eight Princess ships sailing in Alaska this season will feature the new programming: Star Princess, Coral Princess, Royal Princess, Ruby Princess, Grand Princess, Emerald Princess, Discovery Princess, and Island Princess.

The Glacier Experience:
- Scenic cruises with close-up glacier views.
- Live narration, Park Ranger commentary, and VIP bowfront viewing areas.
- Junior & Teen Ranger programs, hot chocolate and consommé stations.

Welcome to Alaska:
- A special presentation hosted by the Cruise Director.
- Meet naturalists, enrichment presenters, and learn about the program.

Après Sea:
- A chic, après-ski inspired lounge for post-adventure relaxation.
- Warm drinks and panoramic views, hosted in The Dome on Star Princess.

Candlelight Concert Series: Fire & Ice:
- Intimate performances by Alaskan singer-songwriters.
- Offered twice per voyage, blending candlelit ambiance with local music.

A Taste of The Great Land:
- New à la carte dishes featuring sustainably sourced Alaskan seafood.
- Highlights include Wild King Salmon, Alaskan Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, and Halibut alla Mediterranea.

Returning Favorites
- Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show: Axe-throwing and Timbersports demonstrations.
- Puppies in the Piazza: Meet sled dog puppies with Iditarod Champion Ryan Redington.
- Deadliest Catch Presentations: Captains and crew share Bering Sea adventures.
- Curated Speaker Series: Native Alaskan voices, authors, and photographers.
- Campfire Movies Under the Stars: Family classics and Alaska-themed films outdoors.
- Stargazing Nights: Guided constellation viewing on open decks.
- Youth & Teen Programs: Glacier Bay Junior Rangers, Gold Rush Adventures, and immersive expeditions.

Scale of the 2026 Season
- Largest Alaska season ever: 8 ships, 180 departures, 19 destinations.
- Ships include Star Princess, Coral Princess, Royal Princess, Ruby Princess, Grand Princess, Emerald Princess, Discovery Princess, and Island Princess.
- Options for land-and-sea cruisetours, weekend departures from Seattle, and flexible itineraries.

Princess is clearly aiming to make Alaska not just a destination, but a multi-sensory cultural immersion, blending nature, heritage, and onboard luxury.