Experience Alaska on Princess Cruises
with Alumni Family & Friends of Union College

July 24, 2004 - July 31, 2004

Yes it's true, come join your Union College Alumni, family and friends on an adventure of a lifetime to Alaska on Princess Cruises.

There's only one way to truly experience the rugged expanse of Alaska's coastline. A cruise will take you where roads and rails can't - through the glorious Inside Passage with its historic towns and deep blue fjords of Tracy Arm. Experience days of unforgettable whale sightings and witness the thunderous power of calving glaciers.

Enjoy time exploring ports of Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan and Victoria
B.C. Enhance your experience with a variety of optional shore excursions in every port. The Diamond Princess features one of the most amenity-filled ships in Alaska. You'll see more from an optional private balcony, marvel at the five-star activities onboard and delight in Alaska-inspired cuisine. All onboard the magnificent Diamond Princess, committed to enriching your Alaska experience.

What would be a better way to visit Alaska than with Union College Alumni, family and friends? All it takes is your commitment to join us. We are going at the best time of the year to see Alaska so secure your place, as space is limited. During the cruise we will be planning some time to mingle and socialize with your fellow classmates. So please join us on this fabulous adventure.

Below you will find information that will answer most questions you may have concerning the tour. Please direct any additional questions to Carlson Wagonlit Travel, attention Steve Weaver '71; toll free 800-724-1194.

Click here for the registration form
(5kb Adobe PDF File)

Please print and send the registration form directly to the Carlson Wagonlit Travel address on the form.

Best regards,

Frank Newman
Director of Alumni Relations

ALASKA
Inside Passage Cruise
July 24 - 31, 2004

ITINERARY

Day 1
Fly to Seattle and transfer to the Diamond Princess, transfers included.

Day 2
At Sea. Enjoy all the amenities and features of the Diamond Princess. Activities are endless or take a swim in the enclosed atrium pool.

Day 3
Juneau - arrive at 11 AM depart 10 PM. Alaska's capital city was once part of Alaska's Gold Rush. Take an afternoon hike through the wild frontiers surrounding Juneau or enjoy a quick tram ride up Mt. Roberts for spectacular views. Visit monumental Medenhall Glacier, the largest glacier accessible by road. Plan to join your fellow Union cruisers for an authentic Alaska Salmon Bake while in Juneau. The Salmon Bake is included in your cruise.

Day 4
Skagway - arrive at 6 AM depart 8:45 PM. Few one-time boomtowns retain the flavor of the Gold Rush days like Skagway. This "Gateway to the Klondike" is preserved as a National Historic Park and features one of the oldest narrow-gauge railroads in existence. Step back in time and stroll the wooden boardwalks of this historic town.

Day 5
Tracy Arm Cruising - arrive at 11 AM depart 3 PM. This spectacular glacier fjord awaits you just 50 miles south of Juneau. You'll see ice-covered mountain terrain, vertical rock walls and cascading waterfalls while cruising. You might even catch sight of bears, moose, deer and mountain goats.

Day 6
Ketchikan - arrive at 6 AM depart 12:30 PM. Alaska's first city is also known as the "Salmon Capital of the World." The city is built on step hillsides along the water and features a colorful and bustling port. Visit Saxman Native Village and discover its vibrant Tlingit Indian culture and spectacular totem poles.

Day 7
Victoria, B.C. - arrive at 7 PM depart 12 M. A one-time colonial post, this sophisticated seaside city is alive with colorful history. It's also the sunniest spot in Canada. Take a stroll through the spectacular 35-acre Butchart Gardens or visit the Empress Hotel.

Day 8
Seattle - disembark AM and transfer to the airport for your trip home.

SPECIAL EVENT
During the first half of our cruise we will have a cocktail party sponsored by Steve Weaver '71 and Carlson Wagonlit Travel giving everyone a chance to mingle and get to know one another. We will bring some Union College yearbooks along to get a glance at the earlier years.

EXPERIENCE A NEW ADVENTURE
AT EVERY PORT WITH AN EXCITING SHORE EXCURSION

What do you plan to do when you arrive in port? If you're in Juneau, perhaps you'll choose a glacier flightseeing adventure or a Mendenhall Glacier float trip. Maybe you'll opt for a kayak adventure at Tatoosh Islands in Ketchikan or an Eagle Preserve Wildlife Quest by jet boat from Skagway. And who wouldn't love an aerial exploration of Misty Fjords National Monument? Whatever your desire, Princess makes available an impressive selection of shore excursions to fit any mood or activity level. So you can spend more time exploring the destinations you traveled so far to see. Here are just a few of the over 100 tours available:

Juneau
· Guide's Choice Adventure Hike
· Deluxe Mendenhall Glacier & Juneau Highlights
· Orca Point Lodge & Whale Watching Cruise
· Four-Glacier & Dog-Sled Adventure

Skagway
· Experience the Yukon
· Deep Sea Halibut Fishing
· Valley of the Glaciers Helicopter Tour
· Glacier Point Wilderness Safari

Ketchikan
· Totem & Town Tour
· Back Country Jeep & Canoe Safari
· Ketchikan Explorer by Land & Sea
· Misty Fjords Seaplane Exploration

Victoria
· Grand City Drive & Empress Tea
· Victoria Pub Tour
· Enchanting Butchart Gardens
· Coastal Rain Forest Adventure

At your leisure you can explore all the shore excursions offered during your cruise by visiting www.princess.com. Shore excursions can be reserved before coming onboard. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and capacity is limited.

INFO AND TIPS FOR YOUR TRIP

The Diamond Princess

Dining - From Alaska King Salmon to Baked Alaska
Dining throughout your cruise is a feast for the senses. All your meals are included onboard ship, except for alcoholic beverages, some specialty drinks, sodas, and certain snacks. For your dining pleasure the Diamond offers an international main dining room and four themed dining rooms with alternative dining at the Italian restaurant, Sabatini's.

Alaska's Daily Temperature & Daylight Hours
Average daily high temperature in July is 64 (F) with an average daylight hours of 17.

Travel Documents Needed
A government issued picture ID, drivers license and birth certificate with raised seal or a current US Passport.

How much should I tip?
During your cruise, you will be meeting many members of the dining and accommodations staff in a variety of locations onboard, who will be providing you with extraordinary service for all your dining and stateroom needs. For your convenience, Princess has modified its gratuity policy to make it easier for you to reward excellent service onboard all Princess vessels. A charge of $10 per passenger, per day, for dining and stateroom personnel will be automatically added to your shipboard account. Princess feels certain you will find the service onboard exemplary and should you wish to make any adjustments, up or down, you may do so by contacting the Purser's Desk onboard. Note: a 15% bar gratuity is automatically added to your bar tab. Gratuities for other shipboard staff such as casino dealers and spa personnel are at your discretion.