Making Travel Happen
Alaska’s tourism industry uses strategic marketing to attract visitors and convince them to make the journey.
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Southwest Heading North: Airline Adds Seasonal ANC Routes
Southwest Airlines is scheduling seasonal service to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport starting in May 2026.
Atmos Rewards Takes Flight: Alaska Airlines Announces New Loyalty Program
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines revamped their mileage program as Atmos Rewards along with other perks for loyal travelers.
New Generation of Leadership at John Hall’s Alaska
Elizabeth Hall succeeds her father as President of tour operator John Hall’s Alaska, while the eponymous founder of the family-owned company remains CEO. Her brother Joe Hall is promoted to Chief Operating Officer.
WestJet Bringing Seasonal Anchorage–Calgary Flights in Summer 2025
Calgary-based WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, will begin twice-weekly flights between Anchorage and Calgary in 2025.
Alaska Railroad Greenlights Purchase of New Seward Cruise Port
The Alaska Railroad’s board of directors approved purchase of a $137 million cruise terminal in Seward, making way for construction.
John Hall’s Alaska Promotes Leadership Team for Summer Tour Season
Tour operator John Hall’s Alaska promoted two longtime employees to vice president and added two full-time personnel to strengthen growth in Minnesota and charter operations.
Alaska Railroad Poised to Issue Bonds to Replace Seward Passenger Dock
A thirty-year commitment from Royal Caribbean helps the Alaska Railroad make the case for more bonding authority to pay for a more elaborate $137 million passenger dock in Seward.
Tourism Marketing Grant Included in Budget Proposal
Governor Mike Dunleavy’s proposed state operating budget for fiscal year 2023 would direct a $5 million federal grant to the Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA). The funding would be on top of a recently approved $10.5 million federal grant that Dunleavy designated to the tourism association in September.
Alaska’s Path to Better (and Longer) Visitor Experiences
Community visitor centers, roadside cabins, and robust trail systems are essential infrastructure needed to support the multi-billion dollar tourism sector in Alaska.