General Information
Alaska Cruise: Dawes Glacier, Juneau & Ketchikan
Norwegian Cruise Line - Norwegian Bliss
August 22 - 30, 2025
Group Flight Information
Friday, August 22
- Southwest Airlines #7 from Little Rock departs at 6:45AM/Arrives Dallas-Love at 7:55AM
- Southwest Airlines #2156 from Dallas-Love departs at 11:00AM/Arrives Seattle, WA at 1:10PM
Saturday, August 30
- Southwest Airlines #2668 departs Seattle, WA at 12:45PM/arrives Denver @ 4:30PM
- Southwest Airlines #1407 departs Denver @ 5:30PM/arrives Little Rock @ 8:30PM
If you flying with the group, you will not be able to check in ahead of time for your flight.
On Friday, August 22 by 5:00AM, meet Jerry or Debra Robinson at the Clinton National Airport at the Southwest Airlines ticketing area to begin your check in process. You will present your driver’s license or passport to the ticket agent or a kiosk to check in and receive your boarding passes. If applicable, verify your TSA number and\or your Southwest frequent flyer number with an agent to be sure it is linked to your ticket. Once you have tagged and dropped your checked bag and have seen, you are free to proceed through security to the gate.
Upon arrival to Seattle
We will transfer as a group to our hotel. The remainder of the day and evening will be free for you to explore Seattle. Hotel: Hyatt Place, Seattle Downtown: 110 6th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Saturday, August 23
We will transfer as a group via motorcoach to Pier 66 cruise terminal to board our ship: Norwegian Cruise Ship – Bliss. Sailing dates are August 23-30.
Saturday, August 30
We will transfer as a group via motorcoach from the pier to the Seattle airport
Time and weather in August
The weather will be “spring-like” with average temperatures ranging from the mid 50’s – to mid-70’s. Alaska time is 3 hours behind CST. There will be approximately 16 hours of daylight per day.
Luggage/Weight Restrictions
Each person is allowed one free checked bag (up to 50lbs), one carry on bag, and one personal item. Be sure your checked bag is tagged with your name and contact number. It is recommended to carry all a change of clothes, valuables and medication in your carry on in case of lost luggage. You will be required to manage your luggage during the tour.
Recommended Dress
The mornings and evenings will be cool and the afternoons will be mid 70’s. Comfortable casual clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the cruise. Raincoats and light jackets may be necessary. Attire for dinners on the cruise ship is also casual.
Medications
Medications do not need to be carried in their original bottles but should be packed in your carry-on luggage. It is recommended to have a list of your medication with you in case of lost medication or an emergency.
Cruise Gratuities\Cruise purchases
Cruise gratuities are not included in the cost of the tour and will be automatically added to your ship billing account. Prior to disembarkation, it is recommended to stop by the registration desk to review your ship account balance. At this time, you will have the opportunity to request the cruise gratuities be adjusted or removed.
Cameras\iPad\Laptops
You are encouraged to take photos throughout the tour to share with your friends and post to social media. We do not recommend packing valuable electronics in your checked baggage but rather in your carryon bag.
Emergency contact number while traveling
Debra Robinson, your tour escort, can be reached @ 501.581.3610 during the cruise. Or you can contact Itravelwith Miki’s office @ 501.412.0485.
Hairdryers\Electrical plugs
All hotels and cruise cabins will provide hairdryers in the room. The electrical outlet is standard North American plug (no adapter needed).
Travel Insurance
If you have purchased travel insurance, it will be helpful to have your policy number accessible in case of emergency. If you have not purchased travel insurance, you can purchase up to 24 hours before departure. Travel insurance not only protects your tour in case of cancellation or interruption but also offers coverage for medical and dental expenses while traveling as well as lost and\or delayed bag coverage. Information for travel insurance can be found at www.preludetours.com/travel-insurance/.
Before You Sail...
An email was sent to each passenger on February 28, 2024 with their reservation number and cabin number. This email contained specific instructions regarding downloading the Norwegian Cruise line app to your phone or tablet. You will need to access your reservation on the app or at www.ncl.com to print your cruise boarding pass before sailing. If you did not receive the email, please check you spam folder for the email. If you have questions regarding the app, please call Debra Robinson with Itravel with Miki @ 501.581.3610.
Online check in via the app or ncl.com by each guest is required to board the ship - You will not be able to check in until 21 days prior to sailing (August 2)
If you are not able to use the online check in feature, you will need to ask for assistance from a family member or friend to help with this process and print the required documents. I Travel with Miki will not be able to provide your boarding documents because it is under each individual name. The documents do not have to be printed so long as you can access it on your phone.
Shore excursions/spa services/specialty dining reservations
These services can be booked though the app prior to boarding the ship. It is recommended to pre book shore excursions to be guaranteed a reservation as some excursions do sell out prior to boarding. There will be no group shore excursions offered on this cruise.
Passport Required
A passport is the preferred and quickest identification required to board the cruise ship. If you do not have a passport, a state certified birth certificate AND a real ID-compliant driver’s license may be used but we strongly recommend that you have a passport to simplify the boarding process. A real ID-compliant driver’s license is a new federal requirement effective May 7, 2025. To determine if your driver’s license is compliant, check to see if there is a gold star in the upper right corner of your driver’s license. If you have a gold star, no further action is needed. If you don’t have a gold star, you will need to request a replacement license or renew your license.
