The first ship of the year — the Norwegian Bliss — arrived early Tuesday morning.
Tourism
Cruise line officials object to Juneau’s plan for marine passenger fees
A letter sent to the city last week argued that nine proposed projects don’t meet the terms of a 2019 settlement agreement.
Juneau had a record-breaking cruise season last year. This year should be about the same.
With the first ship arriving Tuesday, Juneau’s tourism manager says things should “run a lot more smoothly” this year.
Marine passenger fee proposal could help Juneau tourism businesses cut greenhouse gas emissions
The proposal would set aside $1 million collected via marine passenger fees to fund a new clean energy loan and incentive program.
City and cruise lines agree to conceptual cruise visitor limits in Juneau
If approved, the limits would go into effect during the 2026 season.
On-site consumption pot shop slated for Juneau gets OK from city
The business will be located in the Mendenhall Valley and includes a retail and cultivation facility and outdoor consumption area.