About 500 people are in Anchorage this week for the Alaska Travel Industry Association’s convention and trade show.
Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska
2012’s cruise season was up, but not everywhere
More cruise ship tourists visited Alaska this year than last. But some ports did better than others.
Can cruise ship wastewater be made cleaner?
A report that could change the way cruise ships handle wastewater is nearly done. A state science advisory panel met last week (Sept. 19-21) in Juneau and shared some of its work with the public.
Cruise ship water-treatment technology under review
What’s the most effective and economically feasible method of curbing water pollution from large tour ships?
Study: Otters help combat global warming
A new study is adding another dimension to the sea otter debate. The research shows the marine mammals help reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, a major contributor to climate change.
Update: Illness hits two Alaska cruise ships
Two cruise ships sailing Alaska waters have battled recent norovirus outbreaks. The highly-contagious illness causes vomiting, diarrhea and fevers, and can lead to dehydration.
Ferry system gets anniversary logo
The Alaska Marine Highway has a new logo. The blue-and-white “retro” image includes a ferry surrounded by a circle with the system’s name, plus an orange anniversary banner.
College, Native corp. battle over land claim
There are new developments in the battle over a popular fishing area near Sitka. The board of a closed college and a Native corporation have filed competing ownership claims.
Southeast primary results: 10 candidates, 5 races
Wrangell Representative Peggy Wilson knocked out two Ketchikan opponents to win the Republican nomination for the new House District 33.
Alaskans join huge Lower-48 Native art market
A Southeast Alaska dance group performs this weekend (Aug. 18-19) at a major Southwest U.S. Native arts event. Other regional artists are also sharing Southeast Native culture and learning how to better market their art.