On Twitter, the company addressed Alaska politicians: “We are hopeful that through the support of the Alaska delegation and openness of mayors of Alaska port towns, we have the potential to resume voyages in September.”
Tourism
Restrictions for crossing the border into Canada extended to July 21
All non-essential travel between the countries will be prohibited until at least July 21.
Your questions about traveling through Canada, answered
The Canada Border Services Agency said it wants travelers to limit their stops and practice social distancing when they do have to stop.
First small cruise ship of the season aiming for July, not June, visit to Southeast Alaska
American Cruise Lines had planned cruises in late June and was working with communities to come up with acceptable protocols for screening, testing, cleaning and quarantine for its passengers and crew.
After first coronavirus case in town, Haines assembly says no to cruise ships until further notice
Borough Clerk Alekka Fullerton said the potential economic benefits of cruise tourism are not worth the health risks.
Want $1,000? Just show that you need it, says Skagway assembly
The largest portion of the money — $1.4 million — will be distributed directly to residents in the form of monthly, $1,000 checks.
At least one small ship cruise line can dock at one Southeast Alaska port this month
American Cruise Lines’ plan for its 175-passenger ship Constellation requires passengers and crew to be tested for COVID-19 before boarding, preferably in their home community.
The state has revised its two-week quarantine requirement. Here’s what we know about the changes.
The state is now allowing visitors to get tested for COVID-19, instead of quarantining, if they’re taking a flight to Alaska.
Wanted: Temporary workers to screen arriving passengers at Juneau’s airport
“We think it’s relatively low-exposure work,” said Deputy City Manager Mila Cosgrove. “It’s really a great job opportunity for folks. So, you know, we essentially are not going to have a normal tourism season that we would normally have this summer. And I know a lot of people look to that type of seasonal work. And I think that this type of work will be very similar.”
Alaska to replace 14-day quarantine with testing, preferably in advance but also offered at airports
Gov. Mike Dunleavy is ending Alaska’s 14-day quarantine for new arrivals.