This summer was initially expected to be a lucrative season for Alaska’s tourism industry, with high rates and scarce availability enticing visitors from around the globe.
However, recent economic uncertainties have significantly impacted traveler sentiment.
With looming federal job cuts and declining stock markets, many potential visitors to Alaska have canceled or postponed their trips.
Fortunately for Alaska residents, this shift has left many travel operators scrambling to fill last-minute vacancies, resulting in numerous special offers across the state.
While many of these deals are available throughout the summer, particularly appealing discounts are prominently advertised for the month of June.
Alaska residents have a unique opportunity to take advantage of these discounts and enjoy their own state’s beautiful offerings.
Here’s a roundup of some notable deals available this summer:
1. **Stan Stephens Cruises** in Valdez is offering a 30% discount for Alaska residents on daily cruises to Mears Glacier and Columbia Glacier through June 20.
With regular prices ranging from $169 to $189 per adult, residents can take advantage of this offer using the code AK30 or by calling 866-867-1297.
2. **Alyeska Resort** is providing up to 30% off regular rates, especially for bookings made before the end of May.
For a midweek stay next week, rates drop from $259 to $182 per night, plus taxes and fees bringing it to a total of $229.
3. **Alaskan Dream Cruises** based in Sitka is offering a remarkable 70% discount for residents on select sailings all summer.
For instance, the “North to True Alaska” itinerary usually priced at nearly $3,995 per person drops to just $1,199 for Alaska residents, covering all meals, accommodations, and activities.
To book, residents should call 855-747-8100 as the offer is not available online.
4. **The Alaska Collection by Pursuit**, which manages several lodges including the Seward Windsong Lodge and Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, is providing a flat 20% discount for state residents until June 15.
Reservations can be made online or by calling 800-808-8068.
Pursuit also operates Kenai Fjords Cruises, offering a similar 20% discount for Alaska residents on any cruise.
5. **Alaska Wildland Adventures** has introduced a 2-for-1 special at the Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge.
This unique lodge stay, priced at around $2,175, can be booked for just $1,087.50 per adult during June when sharing a room.
This price includes a glacier and wildlife cruise leading to a beach landing to access the lodge, along with meals, lodging, and activities.
To take advantage of this offering, residents should call 800-334-8730 and mention the code word “LOCAL.”
6. **Major Marine Tours** is extending a 20% discount on all cruises for Alaska residents throughout the season from Seward.
7. **Nova Alaska River Runners** is currently providing 20% off any of its whitewater day trips.
This includes trips on both the Matanuska River and Six Mile Creek, accessible along the Seward Highway.
Booking can be done online using the code “RAFT50” or via phone at 907-745-5753.
8. Located about 54 miles outside Fairbanks, **Chena Hot Springs** is offering a $60 night discount on various room types throughout the summer.
The “Fox” rooms start at $209 per night but can be booked for $149 after the discount.
Additionally, the “Moose” rooms originally priced at $299 drop to $239.
Each room includes two passes to both the swimming pool and hot springs.
Reservations can be made by calling 907-451-8104.
9. **Princess Alaska Lodges** and **Holland America Hotels**, both under Carnival Corp., are providing an attractive deal of 50% off the second night’s stay.
Princess operates lodges in several popular locations, while Holland America boasts hotels near Denali and other strategic points.
Moreover, Princess is offering a special 25% discount on three-day/two-night packages that include rail travel between Anchorage and Denali, starting from $599 per person.
10. Finally, **Condor’s** nonstop flights to Frankfurt from Anchorage have seen a price reduction this summer, now ranging between $670 and $700 for a round-trip.
This deal is applicable until July 8, as well as later in the summer between August 8 and September 17.
The same pricing structure applies to flights to other European destinations such as Rome, Milan, Berlin, and Zurich.
Travel experts indicate additional discounts may roll out for travel later in the summer months.
While Alaska resident discounts may not be universally applicable across all operators and accommodations, this summer has seen a surge in such offerings.
For anyone considering a trip within the state this year, it’s advisable to explore potential local discounts and enjoy all that Alaska has to offer at a lesser cost.
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