AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCruise costs backlash: Holland America says it’s adding daily “crew appreciation” charges starting June 1—$18/day for non-suite guests and $20/day for suites—adding to a wider 2026 trend of automatic gratuities, drink-package fees, and specialty dining charges that passengers call “out of control.” Alaska travel planning: If you’re driving this summer, Alaska is one of four states that have long banned roadside billboards to protect scenic tourism—so expect fewer ads and more views. Inside Passage & small-ship demand: New research finds growing interest in small-ship cruising, with expedition prices up more than 20% since 2023—good news for travelers chasing Alaska-style, close-to-nature itineraries. Seward cruise terminal: Royal Caribbean and Alaska Railroad marked the official opening of the Seward cruise terminal, a boost for cruise access in the Last Frontier. Local updates: Saxman reported an oil spill from a diesel heating tank near the fire station, and the Alaska ACLU leader is set to retire. Travel inspiration: A new “National Parks Cookbook” ties recipes to all 63 parks, including Alaska’s Gates of the Arctic.
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