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EVERYDAYwonders WhycruiseAlaska Alaska is like nowhere else on earth: an Alpine frontier, a winter wonderland and an untameable wilderness all in one. There is no more immersive way to experience Alaska than by sea – get up close and personal with captivating wildlife and discover glaciers inaccessible by any other route, all from the comfort of your Celebrity Cruises ship. Alaska is also a haven for wildlife; thriving populations of salmon, moose, humpback whales and nesting eagles abound. Celebrity Cruise experts are on-hand to help you delve deeper into the region and all of its secrets. Enjoy spectacular views from invigorating hikes through scenic forests, take to the water yourself on a kayak amongst the mountains, or strap into the world's largest zip line at Ice Strait Point. WhentovisitAlaska Cruises to Alaska tend to run in the summer, between June and September each year. This is when the weather in the region is at its most mild, with warm days and short nights. Temperatures average in the mid- 20s during this time. These months are also when you’ll have the best chance of spotting wildlife, such as bears and whales. Winter is best avoided, as temperatures dip below freezing, the days are short, and wildlife returns to hibernation. A number of festivals and events also take place in Alaska during the summer. As the weather can be unpredictable in Alaska during any season, so make sure to bring plenty of warm layers with you. It’s also a good idea to bring some rain gear and hiking boots for enjoying those long walks, like the East Glacier Loop Trail. Want to do some wildlife spotting? Pack some binoculars and your camera. TopsightsinAlaska Hubbard Glacier The enormous Hubbard Glacier is located in the southeast of Alaska and has been known to shed icebergs the size of buildings. Cruise past this calving giant on an Alaska cruise. Juneau Alaska’s capital city. Hike the East Glacier Loop Trail to spot the magnificent Mendenhall Glacier, which is part of the sprawling Juneau Icefield. Seward Immerse yourself in history in Seward, which is one of Alaska’s oldest towns. Cruise the glaciers in Resurrection Bay or check out the brewery downtown. Tracy Arm Fjord Glacier Make sure to bring your camera while admiring the Tracy Arm Fjord Glacier from the top deck of your Celebrity Cruises ship – you might just see whales carving their way through the water. Skagway Find out more about Alaska’s gold rush past in Skagway, a city in the south-east of the country. Many of the traditional buildings have been lovingly preserved and are now part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. 74

Vancouver, Whistler & Alaska Hubbard Glacier On this fantastic 2020 Summer Itinerary you can explore the bustling, diverse and stunning seaport of Vancouver, experience an Alaskan cruise and immerse yourself in Whistler’s spectacular mountain environment. Ports of Call. Vancouver, Cruise Inside Passage, Icy Strait Point, Cruise Hubbard Glacier, Juneau, Ketchikan Departures between May – Sept ‘20. 14 Nights. Prices from £2675/€2865pp based on 2 adults sharing. Quote ref: 52229162. Based on departure 04 Sept ‘20. Days 1-2: Fly from Ireland to Vancouver and Stay 2 Nights at Fairmont Waterfront. Enjoy a shopping spree on bustling Robson Street, head up to Grouse Mountain for breathtakingly views over the harbour and beyond and take a walking tour of historic Gastown or lively Chinatown. Day 3: Soak up as much of the city as you can before you embark on your Alaska cruise on board Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Eclipse. Get the perfect photo as you experience a Vancouver sail out under the Lions Gate Bridge. Day 4: You'll sail beyond the Inside Passage into the more protected Alaska Inside Passage in south-eastern Alaska. This complex labyrinth of fjords, bays, and lush green islands is home to an abundance of wildlife, including orca, mountain goats, bald eagles, bears, puffins, sea otters and much more. Day 5: For thousands of years, the Tlingit Indians have called Icy Strait Point home. On you port of call you will hopefully have the chance to view wildlife like humpback whales, orcas, seals, eagles, and brown bears, or to explore monuments to the region's fishing heritage. Day 6: Experience the wilds of Alaska as your sail through icy waters to come face-to-face with the towering Hubbard Glacier. The strong currents and riptides that flow between Gilbert Point and the face of the glacier cause calving to occur on daily basis, sending massive chunks of ice crashing into Disenchantment Bay. Witness this aweinspiring phenomenon as you’re dedicated on board naturalist narrates the experience and keeps an eye out for the whales, harbor seals, and otters that hunt and play in the waters of Yakutat Bay. It’s an adventure of a lifetime. Day 7: Take Mt. Roberts Tram up to hike through a rainforest , Juneau has more hiking trails than roads, go glacier trekking on Mendenhall Glacier in the Juneau ice field, whale watching in Auke Bay, helicopter up the glacier for dog sledding, or just explore Alaska’s second largest city. Day 8: Known as the 'Salmon Capital of the World', Ketchikan is also the ancestral home of the Tlingit people, who have carved the world's largest collection of totem poles. If you're up for an adventure, take a canoe and nature trail excursion through the rain forest or a wilderness exploration followed by a sumptuous crab feast you'll long remember. Day 9: During the summer months, the long hours of daylight allow for ample opportunities for nature photos on your Inside Passage Cruise. You'll never forget the sight of 40-ton whales hurling themselves into the air, almost completely escaping the water. If you're especially lucky, you could see them swimming together to create a bubble net, trapping and eating fish by the giant mouthful. Days 10-14: Disembark Celebrity Eclipse and prepare for the drive of a lifetime along the Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler. Set against the backdrop of Whistler’s iconic mountains and on the shores of a tranquil glacier-fed lake you will stay 5 Nights at the Nita Lake Lodge. This boutique hotel is Whistler’s only lakeside property and is located within walking distance to Whistler Creekside Gondola and on the Valley Trail giving you excellent proximity to Whistler's activities in all seasons. Day 15: Make you way back to Vancouver to fly back to Ireland CelebrityEclipse On-board Celebrity Eclipse, your journey becomes a destination in itself. Whether you choose to treat yourself to an indulgent treatment at the world-renowned Canyon Ranch spa, or get competitive with some games at the Lawn Club, there’s luxury on every level on board Celebrity Eclipse. As night falls, head to the Martini Bar where you can enjoy a cocktail where talented bartenders transform mixing your evening drink into jaw-dropping entertainment. Or, simply sit back and admire the night sky from the Sunset Bar on the top deck. To book call Dublin 01 673 3800 or Belfast 028 9051 1800 All prices are a guide. Prices can increase or decrease. Prices in £ Sterling / € Euro are subject to change at any time and are subject to availability. All fares are per person (as displayed) sharing an interior stateroom & standard hotel room with return flights on a scheduled airline and include all government fees and taxes. *Fares do not include: Gratuities, travel insurance, transfers, drinks, hotel meals, shore excursions, personal expenses and cover charges at any selected restaurants. On certain sail dates the Port/Itinerary/Day may differ and are subject to change without notice. Important: See the back of the brochure for terms and conditions - a full version can be found on our website and must be read prior to booking. 75

EVERYDAYwonders<br />

WhycruiseAlaska<br />

Alaska is like nowhere else on earth:<br />

an Alpine frontier, a winter<br />

wonderland and an untameable<br />

wilderness all in one. There is no<br />

more immersive way to experience<br />

Alaska than by sea – get up close<br />

and personal with captivating<br />

wildlife and discover glaciers<br />

inaccessible by any other route, all<br />

from the comfort of your Celebrity<br />

<strong>Cruise</strong>s ship.<br />

Alaska is also a haven for wildlife;<br />

thriving populations of salmon,<br />

moose, humpback whales and<br />

nesting eagles abound. Celebrity<br />

<strong>Cruise</strong> experts are on-hand to help<br />

you delve deeper into the region and<br />

all of its secrets.<br />

Enjoy spectacular views from<br />

invigorating hikes through scenic<br />

forests, take to the water yourself on<br />

a kayak amongst the mountains, or<br />

strap into the world's largest zip line<br />

at Ice Strait Point.<br />

WhentovisitAlaska<br />

<strong>Cruise</strong>s to Alaska tend to run in the summer, between June and<br />

September each year. This is when the weather in the region is at its most<br />

mild, with warm days and short nights. Temperatures average in the mid-<br />

20s during this time. These months are also when you’ll have the best<br />

chance of spotting wildlife, such as bears and whales. Winter is best<br />

avoided, as temperatures dip below freezing, the days are short, and<br />

wildlife returns to hibernation. A number of festivals and events also take<br />

place in Alaska during the summer.<br />

As the weather can be unpredictable in Alaska during any season, so<br />

make sure to bring plenty of warm layers with you. It’s also a good idea to<br />

bring some rain gear and hiking boots for enjoying those long walks, like<br />

the East Glacier Loop Trail. Want to do some wildlife spotting? Pack some<br />

binoculars and your camera.<br />

TopsightsinAlaska<br />

Hubbard Glacier<br />

The enormous Hubbard Glacier is located in the southeast of Alaska and<br />

has been known to shed icebergs the size of buildings. <strong>Cruise</strong> past this<br />

calving giant on an Alaska cruise.<br />

Juneau<br />

Alaska’s capital city. Hike the East Glacier Loop Trail to spot the<br />

magnificent Mendenhall Glacier, which is part of the sprawling Juneau<br />

Icefield.<br />

Seward<br />

Immerse yourself in history in Seward, which is one of Alaska’s oldest<br />

towns. <strong>Cruise</strong> the glaciers in Resurrection Bay or check out the brewery<br />

downtown.<br />

Tracy Arm Fjord Glacier<br />

Make sure to bring your camera while admiring the Tracy Arm Fjord<br />

Glacier from the top deck of your Celebrity <strong>Cruise</strong>s ship – you might just<br />

see whales carving their way through the water.<br />

Skagway<br />

Find out more about Alaska’s gold rush past in Skagway, a city in the<br />

south-east of the country. Many of the traditional buildings have been<br />

lovingly preserved and are now part of the Klondike Gold Rush National<br />

Historical Park.<br />

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