Jennifer White

The Salty Seaster

Alaska Summer 2025

Jul 30, 2025 to Aug 7, 2025
Alaska

Welcome Aboard!

 

Sailing to Alaska aboard the Carnival Luminosa offers a unique and memorable way to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Inside Passage. This Carnival ship, with a guest capacity of over 2,200, combines the fun and lively atmosphere Carnival is known for with stunning Alaskan scenery. 

 
 

Alaska Itinerary:

Carnival Luminosa's Alaska itineraries are 7-day Inside Passage & Glacier cruises departing from Seattle. Will will make stops in: 

 
  • Juneau: Alaska's capital, nestled against mountains and offering stunning natural beauty, wildlife viewing, and glacier experiences.  
     
  • Skagway: A historic town that was a key outpost during the Klondike Gold Rush, offering opportunities to walk in the footsteps of pioneers.  
     
  • Ketchikan: Known as the "Salmon Capital of the World" and famous for its rich Native Alaskan culture and totem poles.  
     
  • Tracy Arm Fjord: A breathtaking fjord with towering granite walls and impressive glaciers.  
     
  • Victoria, British Columbia: A charming Canadian city with British colonial heritage and beautiful gardens.
  • Fun Day at Sea: Enjoy the ship's amenities and activities while cruising.

Carnival Luminosa provides a comfortable and entertaining base for exploring the wonders of Alaska, blending the cruise line's signature fun with the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Last Frontier.

 
 

What's included in this trip:

On Carnival Luminosa, your cruise fare includes a fantastic array of dining, entertainment, and activities designed to create a memorable Alaskan adventure.

Dining Included in Your Fare:

  • Vela Dining Room: The main dining room offers a traditional cruise experience with varied menus for breakfast, lunch (on sea days), and dinner. You can choose set dining times or flexible "Your Time Dining."
  • Archipelago Restaurant: This is the second main dining room, also included, featuring a rotating menu to keep things interesting.
  • Lido Marketplace: A casual, self-service buffet with diverse options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You'll find everything from international dishes to comfort food.
  • Guy's Burger Joint: Enjoy delicious, made-to-order burgers and hand-cut fries, a favorite spot for a casual bite.
  • BlueIguana Cantina: Savor fresh and flavorful Mexican fare like tacos and burritos for breakfast and lunch.
  • Pizzeria del Capitano: Enjoy freshly baked pizza with your choice of toppings, available throughout the day and night.
  • Ol' Fashioned BBQ: Tuck into classic BBQ favorites.
  • Swirls: Self-serve soft ice cream and frozen yogurt are available to cool you down.
  • The Carnival Deli: Stop by for piled-high deli sandwiches and sides.
  • The Grill: A casual venue on the Lido Deck serving grill favorites.
  • Seaday Brunch: A special and leisurely brunch offered on sea days in the main dining room.
  • JavaBlue Cafe: While specialty coffees and teas cost extra, basic coffee and tea are usually available here.
  • Room Service: A limited menu is available 24 hours a day; continental breakfast is typically complimentary, while other items may have a small fee.
  • Select Beverages: During breakfast, enjoy complimentary juices, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate in the Lido Marketplace. Throughout the day, water, iced tea, and lemonade are generally included.

Entertainment Included in Your Fare:

  • Playlist Productions: Enjoy Broadway-style musical shows in the Luminosa Theatre.
  • The Punchliner Comedy Club: Catch hilarious stand-up performances with family-friendly and adult-only shows.
  • Live Music: Various lounges and bars around the ship feature live bands, solo performers, and piano music at Piano Bar 88.
  • Dive-In Movies: Watch movies on the big screen by the pool under the Alaskan sky (weather permitting, of course!).
  • Ocean Plaza: This multi-purpose lounge hosts various activities, including trivia, games, and live music.
  • Karaoke: Belt out your favorite tunes.
  • Theme Parties: Participate in fun deck parties and other themed events.

Activities & Facilities Included in Your Fare:

  • Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs: Take a dip in one of the pools, including the main pool with a retractable Magrodome roof, perfect for Alaska's weather. Relax in the hot tubs.
  • Sports Court: Shoot some hoops on the basketball court.
  • Jogging Track: Get your exercise with a walk or run outdoors.
  • Fitness Center: Use the treadmills, weights, and other exercise equipment.
  • Camp Ocean: Supervised activities and dedicated spaces for kids.
  • Circle "C" and Club O2: Dedicated spaces and activities for teens.
  • Art Gallery: Browse the onboard art collection (auctions are usually an extra cost).
  • Daily Trivia and Games: Participate in various trivia contests and fun games organized by the cruise staff.
 

 

What's not included:

Keep in mind that while Carnival Luminosa offers a fantastic range of inclusions, certain things like alcoholic beverages, specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments, gratuities and internet access will have an additional cost.
 

 

Itinerary:

  • Day 1: Seattle. Departs at 3:30 PM.
  • Day 2: Fun Day at Sea.
  • Day 3: Juneau. 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
  • Day 4: Skagway. 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
  • Day 5: Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord.
  • Day 6: Ketchikan. 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM.
  • Day 7: Victoria. 8:00 PM - 11:59 PM.
  • Day 8: Seattle. Arrives at 7:00 AM.
 

 

Cancellation policy:

Carnival Cruise Line's cancellation policy for a 7-day cruise (which falls under their "6 day or longer cruises" category, including Alaska sailings) is as follows:

Days Prior to Departure Date Cancellation Charge (Per Guest)*
Up to 91 days None (except Cruise Charges with non-refundable payments*)
90 to 56 days Deposit
55 to 30 days Deposit or 50% of Total Fare, whichever is greater
29 to 15 days Deposit or 75% of Total Fare, whichever is greater
14 days or less 100% of Total Fare

Available Packages

Interior
Unavailable as of May 17, 2025

Starting At: $803.00
Deposit: $2,215.00 per person

Full Payment due upon booking

Ocean View
Unavailable as of May 16, 2025

Starting At: $879.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person

Full Payment due upon booking

Balcony Cabin
Unavailable as of May 16, 2025

Starting At: $1,110.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person

Full Payment due upon booking

Extra Options

Cheers Package
Unavailable as of July 27, 2025

$577.78

Social Wi-Fi
Unavailable as of July 27, 2025

$130.90

What it includes: Access to social media websites and apps (like Facebook, Instagram, X, WhatsApp, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn) and often major airline websites. Primarily for text-based communication on these platforms.
 
What it excludes: Email, general web browsing, video and music streaming.

Value Wi-Fi
Unavailable as of July 27, 2025

$154.70

What it includes: Access to most websites for general browsing, email access, and social media.
 
What it excludes: Video and music streaming (like Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music), and video calls (Skype, FaceTime)

Premium Wi-Fi
Unavailable as of July 27, 2025

$166.60

What it includes: The fastest available connection, supporting video and music streaming, and video calls (where coverage allows)