Tourism

Chamber of Commerce Director Jason Bickling said that’s created a unique opportunity for the city to reflect on what it needs.

The tourism industry is on an undeniable rebound, but only some businesses are returning to profitability.

Without the conditional sailing order, the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act can’t apply. That would leave the 19th-century Passenger Vessel Services Act in place.

Sitka-based Alaskan Dream Cruises is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for passengers age 18 and up, and it’s allowing those guests to explore communities and shop.

How will communities balance pandemic safety with the pressing need for economic recovery?

Laura Martinson is a downtown gift shop owner and co-chair of a the group Protect Juneau’s Future, which ran a “don’t sign” campaign. She says her group was overwhelmed with gratitude.