There are travelers who live to plan every detail years in advance, and then there are the travelers who live for the thrill of the last-minute trip. Maybe a destination calls to them\u2014a city unexplored, a lingering bucket list item, a place they\u2019ve always wanted to go but never did. Or maybe it\u2019s the thrill of a good deal.<\/p>\n
If you live in Seattle or Vancouver, cruising Alaska on Standby answers the question, \u201cWhere should I go this summer?\u201d<\/p>\n
A Standby Cruise<\/a> is a last-minute cruise fare with confirmation close to the departure date. If you have flexible dates and are open to itinerary changes, it\u2019s a tantalizing possibility.<\/p>\n<\/div> The Standby Program is available to guests 21 years of age or older and is intended for those who reside within driving distance from a port. While we\u2019re focused on cruising Alaska on standby \u2014 ideal if you reside near Seattle or Vancouver \u2014 there are standby opportunities in many of our homeports.<\/p>\n From $99 per person per day for an Inside or Oceanview stateroom or from $129 per person per day for a Verandah, you can enjoy an extraordinary value on an unforgettable cruise vacation.<\/p>\n Guests are charged when they sign up for the Standby List. If you are not selected, you will be refunded. Refunds are processed in 4 to 6 weeks. If you are selected and you choose not to sail, you will not be refunded.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Ready to experience majestic glaciers and wildlife? Book a cruise to Alaska<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Guests are confirmed within the week of sailing (7 to 2 days prior to departure) in the order you were added to the Standby List. It\u2019s smart to add your name to list right away if this is an option for you and only add your name to one itinerary.<\/p>\n<\/div> Simply put, Alaska is full of surprises. If you\u2019re from Seattle or Vancouver, Alaska\u2019s forested peaks and lush rainforests might seem familiar, but as you cruise north, you\u2019ll soon realize Alaska is vastly different. Whether you\u2019re gazing up at the Mendenhall Glacier, gliding through otherworldly Glacier Bay, or waiting breathlessly for calving at Hubbard Glacier, Alaska will change you.<\/p>\n<\/div> Check out our Standby List & Eligibility requirements<\/a> for terms and conditions and to sign up. Happy sailing!<\/p>\n<\/div>Is Cruising Standby for You?<\/h2><\/div>
How Cruising Standby Works<\/h2><\/div>
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Why Alaska for a Standby Cruise<\/h2><\/div>
Featured Standby Alaska Itineraries:<\/h2><\/div>
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