Category «Alaska»

Cruising the Inside Passage

The Inside Passage (French: Passage Intérieur) is a coastal route for ships and boats along a network of passages which weave through the islands on the Pacific Northwest coast of the North American Fjordland. The route extends from southeastern Alaska in the United States, through western British Columbia in Canada, to northwestern Washington state in the United States. Ships using the route can avoid some of the bad weather in the …

Photos from the Koningsdam

The Koningsdam, known for its elegant design and modern aesthetic, offers a truly luxurious cruising experience. As you step on board, you’ll immediately be captivated by the ship’s sophisticated and stylish ambiance. The interior exudes a sense of grandeur, with its tasteful blend of contemporary and classic elements. The main atrium, with its impressive three-deck …

Ketchikan, Alaska – Ketchikan Photo Safari

Ketchikan Photo Safari tour photos by William van Wyk 2023© Photo credit William van Wyk 2023© Ketchikan is a charming and picturesque port city located in southeastern Alaska. As our ship docked at the harbor, we were immediately captivated by the beauty of our surroundings. Nestled between the Tongass National Forest and the crystal-clear waters of …

Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan (/ˈkɛtʃɪkæn/ KETCH-ih-kan;[4] Tlingit: Kichx̱áan) is a city in and the borough seat of the Ketchikan Gateway Borough of Alaska.[5][6] It is the state’s southeasternmost major settlement. Downtown Ketchikan is a National Historic Landmark District. With a population at the 2020 census of 8,192, up from 8,050 in 2010,[7][5] it is the sixth-most populous city in the state, and thirteenth-most populous community when census-designated places are included. The surrounding borough, encompassing suburbs both …