Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
You’ve probably seen ads for luxury cruise ships on television or online. There are some great deals out there, but there are also a lot of scams and deceptive marketing …
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Best Backpacking Trails in Alaska
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Alaska is the most sought-after destination in the United States when it comes to backpacking experience and hiking. This state boasts of breathtaking natural landscapes, boreal forests, and impromptu encounters with a myriad of wildlife. As such, hiki…
What To Expect on an Alaskan Cruise: Weather and Wildlife
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Wondering what it is like to cruise to Alaska? Especially during the shoulder season? My first trip to Alaska will certainly be packed with breathtaking landscapes, mostly good weather conditions, and once-in-a-lifetime events. If you’re unsure i…
What to Pack for a Cruise?
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Over the years, I’ve come up with a list of items that make my long cruises (even a week-long cruise) much more pleasant. Use this ship-specific packing guide to help you pack for your next cruise vacation. The listed items are suitable for river…
Alaska: A Grand Destination of the North
Written by Miles Momma @ Miles Momma
Most Americans would love to see Alaska, but have never gotten the chance to do so. There are many scenic pictures that can help to captivate the feeling that one might have when rolling across the crisp white snow with a dog-drawn sledge. For the most part, it is not hard to find a picture … Continue reading “Alaska: A Grand Destination of the North”
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Read MoreAlaska Winter Vacation – When To Visit In Winter
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
The most pleasurable time to visit the state of Alaska is during the winter months. It is during these months that tourists catch a glimpse of the true Alaska, without all the excessive spring and summer crowds. Don’t get me wrong, visiting Alask…
9 Things to Know About an Alaskan Husky
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
I’m sure everyone has heard the old saying “A dog’s a man’s best friend”. Have you ever stopped to think which type of dog this saying applies to best? Most people will be biased and give off the name of their precious pup…
Alaska National Parks
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
The state of Alaska is situated in the northwest part of the United States. Nicknamed the “The Last Frontier”, this state became a part of the USA in January 1959 as the 49th state. Compared to the other USA states, Alaska is the largest st…
Bear Tattoo and their Paw Print Meanings and What They Symbolize
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
Being in Ketchikan, Alaska and taking a “spirit bear photo tour” with Captain Jim Holston got me to thinking about the history of the Native Alaskan tribes. I was wondering about the meanings of the “black bear paw tattoo”, the …
Alaska Cruise Packing List (Ultimate Guide 2021)
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
I started to pack for my very first ride on an Alaska cruise ship with Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam for the upcoming summer months. It was most definitely on my bucket list. I was trying to decide what to take with me, since I knew there was…
About How Long does a Black Bear Live in Alaska?
Written by Cacinda Maloney @ PointsandTravel.com
On my trip from Seattle to Alaska with Holland America, I noticed they talked quite a bit about black bears at the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary in Ketchikan. When you first arrive at the sanctuary, a naturalist guide joins you down a raised walk path. S…
Alaska Mileage Plan offering 40-60% bonus miles sale
Written by Aaron Wong @ The Milelion
From now till 24 August, buy Alaska Mileage Plan miles with up to a 60% bonus, or 1.85 US cents each.
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Germany updates, Netherlands eases entry restrictions, New Zealand
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Read MoreAlaska Airlines Offering 50% Bonus Elite Miles
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Read MoreEU travel updates, Mauritius, Morocco reopening, World of Hyatt
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Read MoreAlaska Mileage Plan will end its Emirates partnership on 31 July
Written by Aaron Wong @ The Milelion
Alaska Mileage Plan will no longer offer earning or redemptions on Emirates flights from 31 July 2021, calling time on a 9-year partnership.
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Alaska Mileage Plan will end its Emirates partnership on 31 July
Written by Aaron Wong @ The Milelion
Alaska Mileage Plan will no longer offer earning or redemptions on Emirates flights from 31 July 2021, calling time on a 9-year partnership.
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President Biden Has Signed Bill H.R. 1318 Allowing Alaska Cruises To Sail From Seattle – Now What?
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
As I wrote a few days ago Congress has passed H.R. 1318, the Alaska Tourism Recovery Act which was signed into law by President Biden last night, paving the way for Alaska cruises to restart this summer. This legislation includes a waiver allowing foreign flagged cruise vessels to operate between U.S. ports only that has […]
U.S. Congress Passes Waiver Of PVSA “Foreign Port Rule” On Alaska Cruises, Sailings Likely To Resume From July
Written by Sebastian Powell @ LoyaltyLobby
In late March I wrote about legislation that would allow foreign flagged cruise vessels to operate between U.S. ports only which is currently prohibited under the Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA). This bill, formally known as H.R. 1318 or The Alaska Tourism Recovery Act has now been passed by both the U.S. House and the […]
With This Fix, Cruises To Alaska May Happen This Year, After All
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
The cruise industry in the U.S. is still at a standstill, although there’s hope that they could begin again sometime this summer. Well, cruises that go to the Caribbean, Mexico,…
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