The Norwegian Encore is the last cruise ship of 2025, marking the end of a nearly 200-day tourism season.
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Alaskans say cleaner fuels could solve cruise ship scrubber pollution
Scrubbers filter heavy fuel oil exhaust, but environmental advocates say they transfer air pollution into Alaska’s waters. Some Juneau residents want to see that change.
Haines, Skagway and Juneau to vote on seasonal sales tax proposals
Each proposal looks slightly different, but they all seek to take advantage of the busy summer season to generate local tax revenue.
Alaska-themed float will participate in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Holland America believes this will be the first time that the state will be represented by a float in the event.
Goldbelt reveals details of proposed $500M cruise port on Douglas Island
The Alaska Native corporation plans to develop the port in phases, starting out with basic dock and welcome center infrastructure before moving into broader ambitions.
What do residents and tourists think of Juneau’s proposed seasonal sales tax this election?
Juneau voters will decide in this year’s municipal election whether the city should implement a new seasonal sales tax system.