Alaska Cruise - Carnival Spirit

Alaska Cruise - Carnival Cruise Lines

Sail aboard the Carnival Spirit

Ship sails from Seattle, WA

Trip Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

 

 

Trip Inclusions:

• All Shipboard Meals

• Motorcoach transportation between PHL/EWR Airport and Starr Tours' departure locations

• Tour Director

• Round Trip airfare and transfers between airport & pier in Seattle

• Baggage handling and related gratuities

• $100 per cabin onboard credit

 

 

Cruise Highlights:

 

Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord

Nestled between 3,000-foot high granite walls, the narrow, twisting slice of ocean called Tracy Arm Fjord weaves through the Tongass National Forest for roughly 35 miles. The shoreline is spotted with waterfalls created by melting snowcaps and trees sprouting at odd angles from rocky outcroppings.

 

Port of Call #1: Skagway

As your ship approaches Skagway, you'll see the town resting peacefully at the base of a river valley bordered by the Coast Mountains. The mountains, ranging from 5,000 to 7,000 feet in height, seem to rise straight up from the saltwater fjord. Once on land, the streets of Skagway draw you back over 100 years, when this idyllic native fishing village was overrun by hordes of prospectors. Today, wooden sidewalks, old-fashioned saloons, quaint gift shops, and horse-drawn carriages serve as reminders of the Alaskan Gold Rush days.

 

Port of Call #2: Juneau

Juneau is considered by many to be the most beautiful capital city in the nation. Checking in at a little over 3,100 square-miles, Juneau qualifies as the biggest American city - geographically, that is. The terrain is hilly and winding, and narrow streets present a small-town quaintness existing side-by-side with cosmopolitan sophistication. You'll find great shopping, fine restaurants, and superb museums.

 

Port of Call #3: Ketchikan

A popular destination along Alaska's famed Inside Passage, Ketchikan is teeming with Native American culture. Home of the largest concentration of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people in the state, this extraordinarily beautiful city on Revillagigedo Island boasts the world's largest collection of totem poles, and an equally impressive selection of museums and cultural centers featuring Native dance, carvings and artifacts. Ketchikan's calm waters and surprisingly gentle climate make it a favorite of sport fishermen.

 

Port of Call #4: Victoria, British Columbia

Located on the southern tip on the island of Vancouver in British Columbia, the city of Victoria is probably best known for its mild climate and active outdoor lifestyle. Among the many attractions are world-famous gardens, its 150 years of British history, gourmet dining, and fantastic shopping.

 

 

Need to Know:

 

Proof of Citizenship Requirement: PASSPORT

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the period of your stay.

 

Entry into Canada is solely determined by Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) officials in accordance with Canadian law. Guests who have committed or been convicted of a crime, may not be allowed into Canada. Please visit the Canada Border Services Agency website at https://www.canada.ca/en.html for details or call the Canadian Consulate at 212-596-1600.

 

Tour: August 13, 2024	Tour: August 20, 2024
Deposit/Final Payment Policy: $425 per person is due at time of booking. Final payment is due by May 15, 2024.	Deposit/Final Payment Policy: $425 per person is due at time of booking. Final payment is due by May 22, 2024.
Cancellation Penalties: If cancellation occurs from booking date to 5/14/24, a $25.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 5/15/24 - 6/18/24, a $1,125.* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 6/19/24 - 8/13/24, the traveler is in full penalty & no refund will be granted.	Cancellation Penalties: If cancellation occurs from booking date to 5/21/24, a $25.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 5/22/24 - 6/25/24, a $1,125.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 6/26/24 - 8/20/24, the traveler is in full penalty & no refund will be granted.

*In addition to the cancellation policies listed above, if additional payments have been made to Starr Tours for the purpose of securing your airline reservation, these monies are non-refundable once received. Any name changes after final payment is made will be assessed a per person change fee. The amount of the fee will be determined by the airline/cruise line.

 

Flight Schedule:

Departure: August 13, 2024	Departure: August 20, 2024
American Airlines AA#2870 Depart: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) at 8:25am Arrive: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) at 11:22am *Flights are subject to change	American Airlines AA#2870 Depart: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) at 8:20am Arrive: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) at 11:20am *Flights are subject to change
Return: August 20, 2024	Return: August 27, 2024
American Airlines AA#2870 Depart: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) at 12:22pm Arrive: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) at 8:29pm *Flights are subject to change	American Airlines AA#2870 Depart: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) at 11:59am Arrive: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) at 8:05pm *Flights are subject to change

**Only 1 piece of checked baggage is allowed on this trip and there will be a charge by the airline to check any luggage.**

 

Travel Insurance:

Travel Protection is recommended through The National Tour Association's (NTA) Travel Protection Plan administered by AON Affinity. For more information or to purchase, call 800-388-1470 or log onto: nta.aontravelprotect.com Starr's Tour Operator location # is 306035.

 

Gratuities:

• Carnival automatically charges $16 per person/per day for dining and stateroom services to your onboard account.

• Gratuities to individuals noted below are not included in the price of your cruise tour package. Customary recognized guidelines are as follows:
  *Motorcoach Driver – $4-$6 per tour guest, per day
  *Tour Director – $4-$6 per tour guest, per day

 

"Government fees & taxes, non-commissionable fees and port expenses" may include any and all fees, charges, tolls & taxes imposed by US and/or foreign/governmental authorities including, but not limited to, SU Customs fees, head taxes, dockage fees, wharfage fees, air taxes, hotel or VAT taxes incurred as part of a land tour, immigration and naturalization fees, and Internal Revenue Service fees. Government Fees & Taxes are subject to change and the cruise line reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. "Fuel Supplement" shall mean any additional charge to defray a portion of the cruise line's fuel cost. The amount of fuel supplements are subject to change.

 

 

Accessibility:

Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.

Carnival Spirit

 

Carnival Spirit is more than a ship, but an unforgettable vacation experience you'll be reliving for a long time. Whether you're after something that's action-packed or just want to relax and unwind, this ship has what you're looking for. (Our suggestion: choose both!)

 

There's heaps of fun to be had, and there's definitely something in it for everyone; little ones, big ones and the whole family. We're talking about a mini-golf course, two-deck fitness center, jogging track, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat, pools, a spa and more. And playing it cool isn't hard at WaterWorks - after all, you're among waterslides like Green Thunder - plus you can always cool down, or warm up, with a dip in our domed swimming pool. Keep the kids entertained with three age-appropriate youth programs that give them plenty of choice on activities and fun chances to make new friends.

 

Our recommendation: sail hungry. After all, you'll be enjoying meals in three-course style in the Empire Restaurant or just go ahead and build a meal with as many courses as you like at the casual-style, variety-packed Lido Restaurant. Speaking of casual, the trio of RedFrog Pub, Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina each put their own delicious spins on flavor itself. To get a little fancy, sit down at Nouveau Steakhouse. To get a lot un-fancy - and we mean this in the most delicious way possible - check out 24-hour pizza and soft-serve.

 

When the sun goes down, the fun's over. Nope, just kidding! Carnival Spirit features bars and lounges, plus entertainment that's great for when you're feeling like live comedy, musical performances and more. Feel like helping out a little? All the vocal cords are encouraged to participate at the piano bar. Feeling lucky? The casino's right over there.

 

Carnival Spirit is no stranger to amazing vacations... and hopes you won't be a stranger either!

 

Carnival Spirit

2,124 Guest Capacity

963 Length in Feet

930 Onboard Crew

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