Alumni Aboard: Royal Alaska Edition

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Alumni Aboard: Royal Alaska Edition
Anchorage, AK, USA
Aug 19 - 27, 2027
Group size: 1 - 22
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Southwestern Travel Group
$3,189
Deposit: $50

About this trip

Get ready for an unforgettable 8-night Alaska adventure with your fellow alumni! Trade the usual reunion venue for breathtaking glaciers, snow-capped mountains, wildlife, and spectacular scenery as we explore the beauty of the Last Frontier together.

Reconnect with old friends, meet fellow alumni, share stories over dinner, and create new memories against one of the most incredible backdrops on Earth. From scenic cruising and glacier views to exciting ports and unforgettable adventures, every day brings something new.

Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation, or simply an excuse to catch up with friends, this trip has it all.

Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean

Ship: Anthem of the Seas

Check out more information on the ship here!

What's included

First Night Hotel Room

It is required for everyone to fly into Vancouver the day prior to the cruise departure. Your hotel room at a local 4-star hotel is included for this first night, August 19.

Stateroom accomodations

7 nights onboard in Oceanview Balcony Rooms

All meals onboard

Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner in various food outlets and restaurants onboard (excluding specialty fine dining restaurants)

Basic beverage package

All water, soda, coffee, and tea onboard

Group Welcome Reception

Private reception with your fellow alumni onboard the ship the first night (August 20)

Group dinner options

Private group table(s) in the Main Dining Room for dinner each night

Transfers

Transfers between the Vancouver Airport and group hotel (Aug 19) / group hotel to Vancouver cruise terminal (Aug 20) / Seward cruise terminal & Anchorage Airport (Aug 27)

Group Excursion

We'll book the group for a private excursion in one of the exciting Alaskan ports so you can make memories together on land too!

Custom attendee gift

We'll present you with a unique attendee gift to memorialize this exciting trip!

Onboard coordinator

Royal Caribbean will have an onboard group coordinator for the group to assist with your questions, concerns, excursions, etc.

Alumni Lead

A familiar face in the Southwestern alumni field will lead this trip on the ground.

What's not included

Roundtrip airfare

Airfare into Vancouver International Airport and out of Anchorage International Airport is not included.

Baggage fees

Any baggage fees per your airline

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is optional and available at each traveler’s discretion for an additional cost, though we do highly recommend it. We recommend including "Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR)" coverage.

Specialty fine dining

Onboard the Anthem of the Seas, there are several fine dining restaurants. You must make reservations and pay for these specialty dining experiences separately.

Food purchase on land

Any food and beverages purchased off the ship are not included.

Alcoholic beverages

There is an optional add-on to upgrade your drink package to include alcoholic drinks onboard the ship.

Wireless internet

There is an optional add-on to include wireless internet while onboard the ship.

Adventure Awaits

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Reconnect. Relax. Reignite.

Not many alumni communities share the experience of spending a summer selling door to door. The long days, the countless “no’s,” the lessons learned, and the growth that came with it created a connection that lasts long after the summer ends.

That’s what makes traveling together different. You’re not showing up with a group of strangers—you’re reconnecting with people who understand the experience, share the stories, and know what it meant to be part of something unique.

On these trips, you’re not starting from scratch. You’re simply picking up where you left off.

Day 1 - Vancouver

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Welcome to Vancouver, Canada

The adventure starts the moment we arrive! Your hotel room in a 4-star local hotel is included in the package price.

Welcome to Vancouver, the beautiful gateway to our Alaska alumni adventure! Take a deep breath, soak in the mountain-and-water views, and get ready for an incredible journey with fellow alumni.

Today is all about getting settled, meeting up with your travel crew, and enjoying a little time in this vibrant Canadian city before we set sail.

Day 2 - Disembark

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Welcome Aboard, Alumni!

The moment has arrived—it’s time to leave Vancouver behind and set sail on our unforgettable alumni adventure!

Board Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas, find your stateroom, explore the ship, and get ready for seven incredible nights of Alaska adventure.

Once you’re settled in, grab a drink, take in the views, and meet up with your fellow alumni as we kick off the journey at a private Welcome Reception. There’s excitement around every corner, delicious food to discover, entertainment to enjoy, and plenty of time to reconnect with friends.

And then comes the best part… we sail! 

Day 3 - Day at Sea

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Cruising/Day at Sea

Today’s agenda? Whatever you want!

Enjoy a full day aboard the ship with no ports, no schedules, and no alarm clocks—just ocean views and plenty of ways to have fun.

Sleep in, lounge in the hot tub, grab a bite, try an onboard activity, catch a show, enjoy a cocktail, or simply relax and watch the waves go by. And, of course, it’s the perfect day to reconnect with fellow alumni and make a few memories along the way!

Day 4 - Ketchikan

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Port Day in Ketchikan (Ward Cove), Alaska

Welcome to Ketchikan, Alaska, the colorful gateway to adventure!

Today, step off the ship and into classic Alaska—where rugged mountains, lush forests, waterfront views, and incredible wildlife create the perfect backdrop for a day of exploration. Stroll through town, discover local shops and galleries, explore the famous Creek Street, enjoy a delicious Alaskan treat, or choose an excursion for an up-close taste of the wilderness.

Grab your camera, round up your fellow alumni, and get ready to experience a little Alaskan magic together!

Day 5-Icy Straight Point

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Port Day in Icy Straight Point, Alaska

Get ready for a day of wild scenery, Alaska-sized adventure, and unforgettable memories!

Today we explore Icy Strait Point, a beautiful destination surrounded by lush forests, rugged mountains, and the spectacular waters of Alaska’s Inside Passage.

Keep your eyes open for wildlife, explore the local area, enjoy the incredible views, or turn up the excitement with an adventurous excursion. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day taking in the scenery or an adrenaline-filled Alaskan experience, there’s plenty to discover.

Day 6 - Sitka

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Port Day in Sitka, Alaska

Welcome to Sitka, Alaska, where breathtaking scenery, rich culture, and wild beauty come together!

Today, step ashore and explore this charming coastal town nestled between the mountains and the sea. Wander through town, discover local history and art, take in the spectacular views, or head out on an excursion for a closer look at Alaska’s incredible wildlife and wilderness.

Whether you’re strolling along the waterfront, sampling local flavors, or searching for that perfect bald-eagle photo, there’s plenty to discover—and plenty of opportunities to make memories with your fellow alumni!

Day 7 - Skagway

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Port Day in Skagway, Alaska

Get ready to step back in time and experience the legendary Skagway, Alaska!

Once a bustling gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush, Skagway is packed with history, colorful buildings, mountain views, and plenty of adventure. Wander the historic streets, browse local shops, grab a bite, or set out on an excursion to take in the spectacular Alaskan scenery.

Feeling adventurous? Hop aboard the famous White Pass & Yukon Route Railway for an unforgettable journey through rugged mountains and breathtaking landscapes, or simply explore the town with your fellow alumni and soak up the frontier-town atmosphere.

Day 8 - Hubbard Glacier

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Cruising Day - Hubbard Glacier

Today, there’s nowhere to go and nothing to do but take in the view!

Settle in for an unforgettable day of scenic cruising through Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness as we make our way toward the magnificent Hubbard Glacier.

Keep your cameras ready for towering mountains, sparkling waters, dramatic ice, and—if we’re lucky—the spectacular sight and sound of glacier ice calving into the sea!

Grab a warm drink, find the perfect viewing spot, and enjoy this incredible experience with your fellow alumni. Whether you’re bundled up on deck or taking in the scenery from the comfort of the ship, this is a day to slow down and appreciate the beauty all around you.

Day 9 - Anchorage

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Disembark in Anchorage, Alaska

Sadly, every great adventure eventually reaches its final chapter. After seven unforgettable nights of glaciers, mountains, wildlife, laughter, and alumni memories, it’s time to say goodbye to the ship and hello to Anchorage!

Enjoy one last morning aboard, gather your belongings, exchange those final hugs, and get ready to continue the adventure on land. Whether you’re heading home or extending your Alaska experience, take those incredible photos, stories, and friendships with you.

Map of the trip locations

A. Anchorage, AK, USA

Anchorage, AK, USA

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