Alaska Blog Posts

Why is Alaska’s Inside Passage Ideal for Your First Cruise?

Posted on December 10th, 2019 in Alaska

Holland America Line is our preferred cruise line partner for our Alaska Inside Passage cruises. With 70+ years of experience in these waters and a five-star “Best in Alaska” rating from cruisecritic.com’s 2019 Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards, it’s easy to see why we select Holland America Line for our voyages to and from “The Last […]

See Alaska in an All-New Light on Our Alaskan Aurora Adventure!

Posted on June 12th, 2019 in Alaska

Holiday Vacations is pleased to announce a brand-new itinerary to one of Holiday Vacations’ most celebrated destinations: The Alaskan Aurora Adventure. On this eight-day tour we will witness Mother Nature’s shimmering light show in the heart of Alaska, relax on a scenic journey on the Alaska Railroad, and take part in a variety of cultural […]

National Park Week: A Review of Some of Our Favorite Protected Areas

Posted on April 19th, 2019 in Alaska, Eastern USA, Hawaii, Southern USA, Western & Midwestern USA

Happy National Park Week! Every April the National Park Service plans special programs, events, and waives entrance fees for parks throughout our country. In celebration of National Park Week we are putting a spotlight on each American National Park featured in at least one Holiday Vacations guided tour. Read on to learn some quick facts […]

The Story of Mary Carey – A True Alaska Legend

Posted on March 29th, 2019 in Alaska

In July of 2015 our Alaska and Glacier Bay Cruise tour experienced an extra special treat. On a stop at Mary’s McKinley View Lodge Jean Richardson, the daughter of legendary Mary Carey, hopped aboard the motorcoach and shared the thrilling story of her mother. Read ahead to hear the fascinating tale, as told by our […]