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Delivered in 2016, Dilbar is the largest motor yacht in the world by gross tonnage. She is one of the most complex and challenging yachts ever built, in terms of both dimensions and technology. At 15,917 tons, the 156-meter superyacht features entertainment and recreation spaces never before seen on a yacht. These include a 25-meter swimming pool that holds an incredible 180 m³ of water, the largest pool ever to have been installed on a yacht. The exterior design, a classic profile with a light ivory hull and bronze accents, was developed by Espen Øino International. Her spectacular interior, created by the Winch Design team, uses rare and exclusive luxury materials.

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Massive superyacht with two helicopter landing pads has everyone saying the same thing

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If you ever wondered what $600 million could get you, the answer is the world's largest superyacht.

The boat was constructed in 2016 and is described as 'the most complex and challenging yachts ever built'.

And when you learn of the insane details of the vessel, you'll understand why.

Named the Dilbar, the yacht is 156-meters long and boasts it own 25-meter swimming pool (the largest to ever be installed on a yacht).

Shipbuilding company Lürssen also insists that the Dilbar 'features entertainment and recreation spaces never before seen on a yacht'.

It is crewed by 96 people and can sleep up to 24 passengers.

But, if that wasn't enough to entice you, the superyacht has not one, but two helicopter landing pads.

While the two pads are undeniably pretty impressive, a lot of people have been asking the same thing: why a yacht would need two of them?

People have been debating the matter on Reddit , and there's some amusing responses.

"He has two helipads because the walk between ends of the boat is too long," one person quipped.

"When 1 heli-pad is not enough," added a second.

Someone else joked: "'But, daddy, where will I put my other helicopter?!'"

"In all honesty, the extra helipad is for when another oligarch needs to arrive via helicopter," a different person continued.

Elsewhere, others said it wasn't a yacht but more like a cruise ship because of it's size.

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The ship had been owned by billionaire Alisher Usmanov's sister, but the boat was seized in 2022 following an investigation into the ship's 'true' owner.

Usmanov had been facing allegations of money laundering .

In a tweet , the German federal crime office said at the time: "The #BKA determined the owner of the M/S #Dilbar through extensive investigations despite offshore concealment.

"This is Gulbakhor Ismailova, Alisher Usmanov's sister.

"The luxury yacht Dilbar is therefore subject to sanctions law and was able to be legally impounded in Hamburg."

Dilbar is named after Usmanov's mother.

It was later ruled by a German court that the raids on the $600 million yacht in connection to Usmanov were illegal.

A law firm representing the multibillionaire argued in court last year that any basis for suspected money laundering by Usmanov 'does not exist, has never existed, and all search measures of the public prosecutor's office in Frankfurt based on this suspicion were, without exception, unlawful', Reuters reported at the time.

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Dilbar – The Secretive Superyacht Titan

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Superyacht DILBAR has been photographed cruising through the waters of the Western Mediterranean , and her angle on the ground reveals what a truly imposing presence she is:

Launched by Lurssen in 2014, 156m/512ft mega yacht DILBAR belongs to Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and is one of the world’s largest superyachts. She has an incredible beam of 24m/79ft to create an interior volume of 15,917 GT. She won  Motor Yacht of the Year  for the  Displacement Motoryacht 3,000 GT and Above  category and features an exterior design from Espen Oeino while the interiors are courtesy of Winch Design .

Dilbar. Photo credit Jarrad Yates: SuperyachtsGibraltar

Packed full of amenities, she is fully prepared to entertain at dockside events and a smaller cruising group of 20 will feel truly pampered in the on board beauty salon, spa massage room, sauna, steam room, 180m³ swimming pool or cinema.

In an effort to guard privacy there are few outdoor spaces, however, the bow and sundeck are each fitted with a helipad and the former can be used as an entertaining space.

Dilbar with helicopter. Photo credit Jarrad Yates: SuperyachtsGibraltar

The diesel-electric engines are the largest ever to be installed on a superyacht and give M/Y DILBAR a top speed of 22.5 knots.

Superyacht DILBAR sleeps up to 20 guests, while her crew of 47 ensures that everything runs at peak efficiency throughout the journey.

Dilbar – aft view. Photo credit Jarrad Yates: SuperyachtsGibraltar

Currently berthed in Barcelona , mega yacht DILBAR has previously been photographed cruising along the Mediterranean to Porto Cervo in Sicily , moored at Valetta in Malta and the Monaco marina along the French Riviera . The OneOcean Port Vell marina has the world’s most expensive superyacht berth at 160m/525ft in length specially bought by Alisher Usmanov for Dilbar. This berth is reportedly worth around €15-20 million and is secured until the lease runs out in 2036.

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Superyachts and cruise ships that are akin to floating cities are fairly ubiquitous now. But there is something particularly alluring about Dilbar, the largest yacht in the world in terms of internal volume, weighing in at 15,917 tons. Additionally, it is the fourth longest yacht in the world at 511.8 feet, making it something of a seafaring behemoth. But more than that, it’s Dilbar’s mystique that makes it especially interesting. We know that it has two hellipads and 41,000 square feet of living space, but beyond that, details on the yacht are few and far between.

Dilbar was custom-built for Alisher Usmanov, a 62-year-old Russian billionaire who is one of Arsenal FC’s largest shareholders. Usmanov has an estimated networth of $13.4 billion USD, making him one of Russia’s richest citizens. The billionaire’s new yacht successfully completed sea trials earlier in the year and has in recent weeks been spotted around Gibraltar and France. Unfortunately, as is the case with many vessels custom built for the super-rich, the details of Dilbar’s interior and amenities remain a secret. So far all that is known is that London’s Winch Design is responsible for the vessel’s interior, and its exterior is the work of Monaco-based Espen Oeino. Another detail that is unknown is the precise building cost, though the generally accepted estimate is a whopping $478.9 million USD.

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Mega Yacht Dilbar Joins P&O And Cunard Ships

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Mega Yacht Dilbar has joined a fleet of cruise liners anchored off the World Heritage Jurassic coast of Dorset.

Mega yacht Dilbar one of the largest in the world.

Mixing in with the big boys or should it be buoys? Although, with her sophisticated navigation system she does not need to use physical anchors! A series of thruster’s keeps her in the correct GPS location entered by the captain.

Rated in some classes she is one of the biggest yachts in the world measuring in at over 15,000 tonnes with a length of 512 feet.

Mega yacht Dilbar one of the largest in the world joins 5 cruise ships anchored off the Jurassic Coast in Dorset.

Arriving off the coast to join a cluster of P&O and Cunard cruise ships.  They are currently sheltering during the Covid19 UK lockdown in Weymouth Bay.

The ship is thought to be owned Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov who’s wealth is estimated at around $16 billion, which could make him the countries fifth wealthiest man.

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However, he is certainly well known in business circles as the main shareholder of USM Holdings, who made his money in metal, media, telecommunications and sport.

Dilbar is the fourth largest yacht in the world by length.  However, the biggest in terms of gross tonnage and huge interior volume.

She has a 30,000kw diesel electric power plant. This too, is thought to be a record for a mega-yacht , giving her an impressive cruising speed of 22.5 knots.

The vessel is equipped with an Airbus H175 helicopter .

Mega yacht Dilbar one of the largest in the world anchored off the Jurassic Coast in Dorset.

At 15,917 gross tonnage the yacht Dilbar is considered one of the largest yachts built by the German company Lürssen .

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With a length of 512feet beam of 24-metres (79ft) and a draft of 6-metres (20ft), Dilbar boasts a combined 3,800 square metres of living space onboard.

Originally built under project name of Omar.  The 156-metre mega yacht Dilbar was launched in 2016 after nearly a five-year long build.

Mega yacht Dilbar anchored off the Jurassic Coast in Dorset.

Certainly, there is luxury all the way for those lucky enough to be invited on board.  She can accommodate around 40 guests across 20 cabins, and you could be taken care of by a crew of up to 96.

Featuring not one, but two helipads.  Dilbar’s dedicated H175 helicopter can take seven passengers. The two helipads are located on the bow and aft of the upper deck.

Mega yacht Dilbar  joined 5 cruise ships anchored off the Jurassic Coast in Dorset.

Even if surrounded by the ocean on Dilbar you can get wet on board too in its 25-metre pool. Again another record,  one of the largest pools ever installed on a mega-yacht.

The exterior design is of a classic profile with a light ivory hull and bronze accents. It was developed by Espen Øino International. Her spectacular interior, created by the Winch Design team, uses rare and exclusive luxury materials.

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The luxury superyacht Dilbar sails off the coast of Monaco in 2017.

German authorities have seized the world's largest yacht by volume after determining that a Russian oligarch had transferred its ownership to his sister — who is also facing Western sanctions.

Dilbar, the yacht in question, measures some 511 feet and 15,917 tons, which shipbuilder Lurssen says makes it the largest motor yacht in the world by gross tonnage. It has two helipads and one of the biggest indoor pools ever installed on a yacht, according to the U.S. Treasury Department , which puts its estimated worth between $600 and $735 million.

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The superyacht is named after the mother of its original owner: Alisher Usmanov, one of Russia's wealthiest billionaires and a known close associate of the Russian president. Usmanov was sanctioned by the U.S., United Kingdom., European Union and Switzerland in March, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Germany's federal police tweeted Wednesday that it found, "through extensive investigations despite offshore concealment," that the yacht currently belongs to Usmanov's sister, Gulbakhor Ismailova. Authorities impounded the yacht, which remains at the port of Hamburg , after confirming with Brussels that its owner is under sanctions.

A Russian billionaire's superyacht has been impounded in Hamburg, Germany. Harsh sanctions in response to the invasion of #Ukraine brought the estimated $600-750 million yacht Dilbar out of 'offshore concealment', and into the hands of authorities. pic.twitter.com/GYkH6SmQk2 — German Embassy (@GermanyinUSA) April 14, 2022

Ismailova was sanctioned by the U.K. on Wednesday and the EU last week. Both entities said Usmanov had indirectly transferred assets to his sister, including leaving her as Dilbar's only beneficial owner.

"The owner of the yacht 'Dilbar' is Navis Marine Ltd. (Cayman Islands), whose shareholder is Almenor Holdings Ltd. (Cyprus). All shares in that holding company are held by PomerolCapital SA (Switzerland) in trust for the benefit of 'The Sisters Trust,' " EU officials explained, adding that Usmanov has not been a shareholder of that trust company since 2017.

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Ismailova has also been linked to luxury real estate in Italy and Latvia associated with Usmanov, the EU said, and therefore has "actively supported materially or financially Russian decision-makers responsible for the annexation of Crimea and the destabilisation of Ukraine."

Dilbar made headlines in early March , when Hamburg officials denied conflicting reports that they had seized the superyacht and said any such move would have to come from higher federal customs authorities.

According to Boat International, Dilbar is also the fourth-longest yacht in the world. It can accommodate up to 96 crew members as well as 24 guests in a large living space, which includes fold-out balconies, an onboard garden (with "a specifically developed variety of grass that tolerates salt air") and more than 1,000 custom-made sofa cushions.

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Germany Impounds the World’s Largest Yacht After Establishing Links to a Russian Billionaire

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German authorities impounded the superyacht Dilbar on Wednesday in Hamburg, according to a tweet from the federal police. The vessel has been linked to Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, and is the world’s largest by volume. It was built by Germany’s Lürssen Yachts.

The national police said in the tweet that, “through extensive investigations despite offshore concealment,” it found Dilbar is owned by Gulbakhor Ismailova, Usmanov’s sister. The US Treasury Department said that it was named after Usmanov’s mother, according to the Washington Post . The department estimates its value to be between $600 million and $700 million, with annual maintenance costs of about $60 million.

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The Treasury Department said that Usmanov has ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin as well as to Dmitry Mevedev, former president and prime minister. Usmanov has “vast holdings across multiple sectors,” according to the statement, including a 49 percent stake in USM, a holding company that controls Russia’s largest iron-ore producer.

The 350-ft Amadea, owned by Russian bilionaire Suleiman Kerimov, also on the sanctions list, has entered Fijian waters.  Robb Report File

The Netherlands has also reported that Dutch authorities have impounded 20 yachts at shipyards in that country. The country has added four new yachts to its list this week. It did not specify the names of the yards or which yachts are impacted, but said that 14 are now under construction, two are in storage and four are being refitted. They said the vessels’ lengths range from 30 to 400 feet.

“For two of these yachts, it has been established that they are linked to a person on the EU sanctions list,” the statement said, adding that none could be delivered, sold or exported.

Meanwhile the 350-foot yacht Amadea , owned by Russian billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, has landed in Fiji after a long Pacific crossing. Kerimov is on the sanctions list from the US, UK and EU following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Fiji’s Health Minister Dr Ifereimi Waqainabete said his department would need clarification when asked about the arrival of the yacht on Tuesday, adding, “We don’t do Russians.” The US Embassy in Suva and the EU’s delegation in the Pacific said they have already been in touch with the Fijian government over the yacht’s presence.

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The multi-award winning 156m/511'10" motor yacht 'Dilbar' was built by Lurssen in Germany at their Lemwerder shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Winch Design and she was delivered to her owner in May 2016. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Espen Oeino.

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Dilbar has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 24 guests in 12 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 96 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

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Her features include separate crew passageway, movie theatre, beauty salon, elevator, underwater lights, gym and air conditioning.

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Dilbar is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by twin diesel-electric Wartsila (Electric Motor) 16,092hp engines running at 200rpm, she comfortably cruises at 18 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 22 knots with a range of up to 6,000 nautical miles from her 1,049,700 litre fuel tanks at 16 knots. Dilbar features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. Her water tanks store around 112,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to Lloyds Register ✠ 100A1, PASSENGER SHIP, SHIPRIGHT (ACS(B), SDA, CM) ✠ LMC, UMS classification society rules.

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Dilbar Officially Becomes Largest Yacht by Gross Tonnage

156 m superyacht Dilbar has officially become the world’s largest yacht by volume.

The builder Lurssen confirmed the gross tonnage of 15,917 tons. Although it’s only the fourth superyacht by length, Dilbar tops Al Said’s 15,850 tons and Azzam’s 13,135 tons.

Dilbar, formerly known as Project Omar, has a beam of 23 meters and a deep draft of 6 meters. Dilbar can cruise at a speed of 22 knots under diesel electric power. The yacht is so large that it required 1,100 km of electric cables.

The yacht exterior is designed by Espen Oeino, the interior is signed by Andrew Winch Designs. The owner of the superyacht is Russian billionaire Alisher Ustinov, who owns also a 115 m superyach also named Dilbar, now renamed Ona.

Dilbar uses a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure. The living quarters have a combined 3,800 square meters of space. The superyacht has a lot of features, including two helipads. The construction of Dilbar took 52 months.

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Sun Princess Fact Sheet

Sun Princess is the most impressive, luxurious and stunning Love Boat ever created and introduces an innovative ship platform designed exclusively for the world’s most iconic cruise brand.

With spacious yet intimate venues with more room to explore, Sun Princess debuts new eye-catching architectural elements including The Dome, a groundbreaking geodesic, glass-enclosed structure at the top of the ship inspired by the terraces of Santorini. The outward and suspended Sphere, the namesake of this new class of ship, takes the central Piazza hub of the ship into a new dimension. Guests are enveloped with expansive ocean views and an open concept, inspired to deliver the desired lifestyle of relaxed indoor and outdoor living.

Class:  Sphere-Class

Guest Capacity: 4,300 (lower berths)

Crew:  1,600

Tonnage:  177,882

Builder:  Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani, Monfalcone

Length: 1,133 feet

Height:  200 feet

Breadth:  139 feet

Maximum Speed:   22 knots

Number of Decks:   21

Guest Staterooms:  2,157 total, featuring 80 suites

Accessible Staterooms:  51

Connecting Staterooms:  100

Showstopping entertainment in Technically Advance Spaces

Mesmerizing shows and engaging activities are found all over the ship, highlighted by transformational entertainment venues. The Princess Arena, the most technologically advanced Princess Theater design, has three configurations to maximize sight lines and deliver a truly captivating experience. With a pool by sunlight and a stage for shows by starlight, the glass-enclosed Dome, inspired by the hills of Santorini, features acrobatic performances created in partnership with the renowned Cirque Éloize.

• Princess Arena (Capacity: 990)
• Princess Casino
• Princess Live! (Capacity: 200)
• The Dome (Capacity: 250)
• The Piazza (Capacity: 300)

Extraordinary Experience

Following the successful debut of the first extraordinary experience with 360 onboard Discovery Princess and Enchanted Princess, the next in the series is Spellbound by Magic Castle , in partnership with the famed Hollywood icon. The newest extraordinary experience blends the captivating world of magic with the art of mixology. The unique venue features incredible feats of magic from talented magicians, surprises in themed rooms and theatrical cocktails.

The Greatest Foodie Destination at Sea

Sun Princess serves up 30 inviting restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators, high-end ingredients and culinary experiences. Highlights include Love by Britto, an artistic-inspired dining experience celebrating love, in partnership with Romero Britto; The Butcher’s Block by Dario, in partnership with the world’s most famous butcher, Dario Cecchini; Makoto Ocean, in partnership with Master of Edomae-style sushi Makoto Okuwa; and Umai Teppanyaki, where world-class cuisine intertwines with captivating performance.

Celebrity Collaborations

• Good Spirits at Sea – Rob Floyd, celebrity mixologist
• Makoto Ocean – Makoto Okuwa, Master of Edomae-style sushi
• Love by Britto – Romero Britto, world-renowned artist
• Master Winemaker Wine Tasting – Gerard Bertrand, Master Winemaker of the Year
• Royal Afternoon Tea – Darren McGrady, Royal Chef
• SMiZE Cream – Tyra Banks, supermodel and businesswoman
• The Butcher’s Block by Dario – Dario Cecchini, the world’s most famous butcher
• The Catch by Rudi – Rudi Sodamin, Head of Culinary Arts for Princess Cruises

Main & Casual Dining (included in cruise fare):

• The Eatery (Capacity: 742)
• Deck 6, traditional dining (Capacity: 941)
• Deck 7, anytime dining (Capacity: 664)
• American Diner, Deck 8 (Capacity: 326)
• International Café (Capacity: 20)
• Lido Greens
• Lido Coffee & Cones
• Promenade Grill
• Promenade Ice Cream
• Promenade Slice

Specialty Dining* - includes a fee – some are complimentary with Princess Plus or Premier Package :

• Alfredo’s Pizzeria (Capacity: 88)
• Crown Grill (Capacity: 132)
• Love by Britto (Capacity: 68)
• Makoto Ocean (Capacity: 70)
• O’Malley’s Irish Pub (Capacity: 86)
• Sabatini’s (Capacity: 116)
• The Butchers Table by Dario (Capacity: 88)
• The Catch by Rudi (Capacity: 88)
• Umai Hot Pot (Capacity: 57 – shared with Teppanyaki)
• Umai Teppanyaki (Capacity: 57 – shared with Hot Pot)

Signature & Reserve Collection:

• Reserve Collection Restaurant (Capacity: 180)
• Signature Lounge (Capacity: Flexible)
• Signature Restaurant (Capacity: 124)

Bar Offerings:

• Bellini’s Cocktail Bar (Capacity: 55)
• Cascade Bar
• Coffee & Cones (Capacity: 150)
• Coffee Currents (Capacity: 55)
• Crooners (Capacity: 86)
• Good Spirits at Sea (Capacity: 40)
• Lido Bar (Capacity: 150)
• Sea View Bar (Capacity: 60)
• Sun Bar (Capacity: 150)
• The MIX (Capacity:150)
• The Promenade Bars
• Wheelhouse Bar (Capacity: 70)

Room Service*:

• 24-hour Room Service (*carries a one-time delivery fee or complimentary with Princess Plus or Premier Package)

Family & Kids

Park19, the most engaging family activity zone ever featured on a Princess ship, features nine activities for the entire family to enjoy in a newly envisioned space perfect for fun and sun for all generations.

• Coastal Climb
• The Lookout
• Infinite Horizon
• Hammock Area
• Splash Zone
• Recreational Court
• Jogging Track

Age-appropriate activities abound in the Youth & Teen Centers, designed for guests ages six months to 17.

• Firefly Park Kids Club - ages 3-7 (Capacity: 70) *Parents with children six months to 2 years may enjoy the play area under their supervision
• Movies Under the Stars
• Neon Grove Tweens Club - ages 8-12 (Capacity: 100)
• The Underground Teen Lounge - ages 13-17 (Capacity: 100)

Relaxation and Wellness

In these all-new spaces, guests can recharge by simply taking in the ocean vistas around them. The Sea View Terrace sets the tone at the front of the ship, while the new Wake View Terrace features an infinity pool and unparalleled views. The two-story Lotus Spa and Lotus Salon offer relaxing treatments and services for guests to enjoy any time during their voyage.

Outdoor Spaces for Relaxation:

• Sea View Terrace (Capacity: 206)
• Signature Sun Deck
• The Sanctuary* (Capacity: 200)
• Wake View Terrace (Capacity: 100)

Pools & Hot Tubs:

• 5 Pools – 2 Lido-Deck Pools, Dome (indoor/outdoor), Sanctuary Pool and WakeView Pool
• Fitness Center
• Fitness Studio
• Lotus Salon
• Wellness Studio

Guests will experience an extraordinary retail journey in a transformed space that will include over 25 brands available to cruise guests for the first time at sea. Within the more than 5,800 square feet of retail space, spread over two decks, will be a line-up of more than 200 premium brands from fine jewelry and watches to fashion, fused with an evolving blend of lifestyle and experiential activations.

• Deck 8 features The Breitling Boutique , featuring the first-at-sea Breitling Lounge concept and the latest TAG Heuer boutique design, as well as The Fine Timepieces Boutique , which features a selection of signature timepieces for both men and women from Longines, Rado, Tissot, Hamilton, in addition to pre-owned Rolex watches.
• Within The Beauty & Wellness Boutique on Deck 8 guests will find the world’s top cosmetic and skincare brands, such as Chanel, Dior, Lancôme, Estee Lauder, Clinique, and a curated range of sustainable and organic skincare brands including Comfort Zone, Neom Organics, This Works, Rituals and unisex clean skincare by REN Skincare.

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The 11 Best Alaska Cruise Excursions in 2024

By Janice Wald Henderson

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The best Alaska cruise excursions can range from the thrilling to the serene. Passengers can fly on sleds led by huskies , ogle bald eagles and salmon-gobbling grizzlies , and soar over towering glaciers in a helicopter. And the best part? All these activities are planned for you as part of the cruise itinerary—as a way for travelers to sample the diverse wonders of The Last Frontier in one fell swoop.

Wildlife sightings may be the more popular Alaska cruise shore excursions, but travelers shouldn't overlook incredible opportunities to learn about the state’s Indigenous cultures , as well as culinary experiences centered around local delicacies such as fresh salmon, halibut, berries, and craft beer.

Just know that the real Alaska , teeming with natural beauty and wildlife, primarily lies away from crowded touristy ports. (Pro tip: for fewer people and more animals, the best time to cruise Alaska is in the spring.) Know, too, that different cruise lines can offer similar excursions, so first choose a ship that speaks to you, then immediately book excursions (popular ones sell fast). Here, an array of Alaska-bound ships with the best cruise excursions, sure to resonate long past your vacay.

Take in Alaska's glaciers and ice fields from above during this Princess Cruises excursion.

Princess Cruises: Dogsledding and Glacier Adventures by Helicopter

Family-friendly Princess Cruises, in its 55 th season plying Alaskan waters, delivers exemplary excursions that include learning about gold rush history and gold-panning, as well as fishing trips on which one of the ship's chefs cooks your catch. The Dog Sledding and Glacier Adventure by Helicopter, created by an Iditarod musher (they lead huskies on annual 1,000-mile races over Alaska’s roughest terrain), combines two top-notch thrills. Don glacier overboots, board a helicopter, and fly over the Alaskan ice field as the pilot points out icefalls and rock formations. After landing on Norris Glacier, meet top Iditarod race veteran mushers and their dogs. Soon you’ll be whisked on a sled pulled by a team of exuberant huskies for the ride of a lifetime.

Ships and sailings to know: From May to September 2024, Princess offers Alaskan cruises ranging between 7 and 17-days on seven ships, including the 3,660-passenger Discovery Princess .

Assist crew in pulling in crab pots and indulge in fresh Dungeness crab during this popular Celebrity Cruises excursion.

Celebrity Cruises: Wilderness Exploration and Crab Feasts

Adventurous couples relish Celebrity’s adult-oriented amusements, including inviting bars and lounges, fine restaurants, and relaxing spas. Big spenders book the Retreat, a luxurious private enclave—its Luminae restaurant showcases dishes by famed French chef Daniel Boulud. In Ketchikan , a four-hour Wilderness Exploration and Crab Feast in Tongass National Forest (America’s largest national forest) scores big buzz. Drive past jaw-dropping sights, like Native Alaskan totem poles, snowcapped mountains, and thunderous waterfalls. Relish a sightseeing vessel ride, assist crew pulling in crab pots (if you like), before tearing into unlimited fresh Dungeness crab with warm clarified butter, and cheesecake drenched in Alaskan blueberries.

Ships and sailings to know: Three premium ships, Celebrity Summit , Celebrity Solstice, and Celebrity Edge , cruise in Alaska from May until September 2024. The newest and most glam, 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge, on its maiden Alaska season, offers eight-day voyages between Vancouver and Seattle .

Several cruise lines operating in Alaska offer whale watching excursions.

Holland America Line: Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Quest

Holland America Line serves sustainable wild Alaskan seafood, with park rangers and local Indigenous tribe members often boarding for presentations. In Juneau, Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Quest rocks everyone’s boat. Gawk at one of North America’s most spectacular glaciers and learn about glaciers’ remarkable force in a compelling visitor center. Ride to Auke Bay and board a water-jet-powered expedition vessel designed for superior wildlife viewing. When sailing Stephens Passage—renowned as a summer breeding ground for humpback whales—you may well get close enough to hear these giants breathe.

Ships and sailings to know: This cruise line has plied Alaskan waters for more than 75 years, with seven ships sailing 6-19 day itineraries from May to September 2024.

The Klondike Highway runs from the Alaska Panhandle to Yukon, Canada.

Crystal: Klondike Highway and White Pass

Formerly Crystal Cruises, the ultra-luxury two-ship Crystal, now owned by global travel leader Abercrombie & Kent, has been beautifully remodeled while maintaining its primary lures: beyond-attentive crew and superb dining. Note this sensational Skagway outing offered on Crystal Serenity Alaskan cruises: Motor along on iconic Klondike Highway to White Pass, reaching its 2,865-foot majestic summit and the Yukon Suspension Bridge. Take an exhilarating walk on this iconic bridge, suspended some 57 feet above Tutshi River’s churning rapids below, if you dare. (Make sure somebody gets a pic.) Even if you beg out, you still get the astonishing view and a hearty bison chili lunch.

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Ships and sailings to know: The 740-passenger Crystal Serenity offers eight-and-nine-day Alaska voyages in July and August 2024.

Several cruise lines offer bear viewing and photography excursions.

Seabourn: Anan Creek Bear Viewing and Photography

The outings on this adventure-minded Alaskan cruise exceed typical cruise ships, featuring Ventures by Seabourn excursions with Zodiac explorations, kayaking, and hiking led by expedition experts. In Wrangell, sign up for Anan Creek Bear Viewing and Photography, joining the expedition team bear expert and a photography specialist for this rousing small-group bear-viewing experience. Travel by boat to the Anan Estuary and Wildlife Observatory in the Tongass National Forest (Anan Creek has Southeast Alaska’s largest pink salmon run) and climb to the observation deck overlooking cascading waterfalls. Expect an electrifying view of salmon jumping and black and brown bears snatching their next meal.

Ships and sailings to know: The ultra-luxury 458-passenger Seabourn Odyssey offers seven-day sailings between Vancouver and Juneau, as well as 10- and 11-day roundtrip Vancouver cruises from May to September 2024. Seabourn fares include all-suite accommodations, dining, alcohol, WiFi, gratuities, and 24-hour in-suite service.

Several Alaska cruises stop in Icy Strait Point, a remote area ideal for observing wildlife in their natural habitats.

Norwegian Cruise Line: Spasski River Valley and Wildlife

Looking to cruise Alaska with your family in tow? Consider Norwegian Cruise Line. On offer are children and teenage clubs, plus families can come together to play video arcade games, laser tag, and race cars. During a Glacier Bay passage, a park ranger hops aboard to narrate scenic sights. Explore majestic Icy Strait Point—one of the world’s few places where wildlife outnumbers humans—with family-minded excursions like the Spasski River Valley and Wildlife tour. Motor to an elevated observation area in a postcard-perfect remote valley to safely observe bears, deer, and bald eagles in their natural habitats. Learn, too, about Tlingit Indigenous Alaskans who reside in nearby Hoonah, Alaska’s largest such settlement.

Ships and sailings to know: NCL primarily offers seven-to-10-day voyages, April through October 2024, on multiple ships.

Passengers on Seven Seas Explorer Alaska cruises can enjoy fresh-caught salmon at the Taku Glacier Lodge.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Taku Lodge Feast and Seaplane Discovery

The Alaska-sailing 746-passenger Seven Seas Explorer is mega glam, with a museum-worthy art collection. This writer gives a shoutout to the Taku Lodge Feast and Five-Glacier Seaplane Discovery excursions. Soar by floatplane over the majestic Juneau Icefield, land in a river near Hole-in-the-Wall Glacier, and feast on fresh-caught wild salmon by a roaring fire at a 100-year-old lodge. On this outing, I inhaled two salmon filets that slid down my throat like silk. Spoiler alert: After this culinary escapade, I couldn’t eat salmon for two years anywhere else.

Ships and sailings to know: Regent's Seven Seas Explorer mostly offers eight-day cruises running between Seward and Vancouver, from May to September 2024. On this ultra-luxury line, fares include airfare, unlimited shore excursions (other than select tours), alcohol, dining, WiFi, valet laundry, and gratuities.

The Kroschel Wildlife Refuge in Haines, Alaska is home to orphaned and rescued animals.

Royal Caribbean International: Kroschel Wildlife Refuge

Animal lovers of every age relish visiting the Kroschel Wildlife Refuge in Haines, a popular excursion among Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise passengers. Steven Kroschel, a wildlife expert who devoted decades to training wild animals for TV and films, owns the center that is home to orphaned and rescued animals, like lynx, Kodiac bears, arctic fox, porcupines, and wolverines. It’s also interactive; get close for photos and learn how the refuge protects these animals.

Ships and sailings to know: Royal Caribbean's nearly 4,000-passenger megaships, Quantum of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas , thrill families via free-fall skydiving, outdoor movies, and escape room games. Their Alaska cruises run from 8-14 days, April to September 2024.

The Alaska Railroad is one of the most scenic train journeys in the US.

Viking: Scenic Train and Rafting

The Scenic Train and Rafting excursion delivers an inspired eight-hour shore tour, beginning with a train ride on the Alaskan Railroad through the vast wilderness. Gaze out windows, eying otherworldly views of the Placer River Valley and soaring peaks of Spencer Glacier, while enjoying a box lunch. Then meet guides to go rafting, paddling between dramatic icebergs and down the serene and scenic Placer River.

Ships and sailings to know: Viking’s adults-only 930-passenger Viking Orion sails 11 days May to September 2024, between Seward, Alaska and Vancouver. Viking ocean-liner fares include amenities like king-bed accommodations with spacious baths equipped with heated floors and anti-fog mirrors, dining, complimentary wine and beer with lunch and dinner, and spa access.

Silversea’s lauded S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) program highlights Alaskan ingredients and recipes.

Silversea: Sitka Culinary Adventure

Silversea’s lauded S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) program features Alaskan ingredients and recipes on all its S.A.L.T. Kitchen menus, S.A.L.T. Lab culinary classes, and S.A.L.T Bar mixology offerings. Soon-to-be-scheduled S.A.L.T excursions will showcase regional chefs and ingredients. Meanwhile, foodie fun unfolds with Sitka’s Culinary Adventure shore excursion. Visit a tap room, tasting beers made with filtered glacial water. Then graze about town, tasting pelmeni (popular dumplings evoking Sitka’s Russian heritage), and other local goodies like chowders, shrimp, black cod tips, and “reindeer dogs.”

Ships and sailings to know: Three ultra-luxury Silversea ships offer 7-16 day sails from May to September, but only the 728-passenger Silver Nova presents Silversea’s lauded S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) program. Fares include all-suite accommodations, butler service, most dining, alcohol, a shore excursion in each port, caviar, WiFi, and gratuities.

Through this UnCruise excursion, passengers can explore one of the most remote national parks in the US.

UnCruise Adventures: Explore Glacier Bay National Park’s Rarely Visited Outback

Attracting high-energy explorers drawn to less conventional shore excursions, this expedition-driven small-ship line visits bays and coves inaccessible to larger cruise ships. Traditional ships just cruise UNESCO World Heritage Site Glacier Bay; on Wilderness Discoverer , the captain drops anchor in Fern Harbor, Sawmill Bay, and Dundas Bay during the Explore Glacier Bay National Park’s Rarely Visited Outback excursion. Count on a full day of activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, skiff expeditions, and beach strolls. Expert-led hikes take you deep into the breathtaking beauty of the backcountry of one of Alaska's most remote national parks . Few Alaskan cruisers can ever claim this experience.

Ships and sailings to know: The 76-passenger Wilderness Discoverer offers eight-day voyages from April to August 2024.

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Cruise Ship Rescues 14 People Stranded at Sea for 8 Days as Passengers Look on in 'Shock': WATCH

'We could see in the waves a tiny boat," passenger Alessandra Amodio tells PEOPLE of the incident that happened aboard the Icon of the Seas on Sunday

A cruise ship’s voyage to Mexico and the Bahamas turned into a rescue mission when the boat spotted a small vessel in the waves.

On Sunday, Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas , the new world's largest cruise ship that launched in January, rescued 14 people who had been stranded at sea for over a week.

Icon passenger Alessandra Amodio told PEOPLE that the cruise ship was in the midst of an eight-day Caribbean itinerary when they spotted the individuals.

"I was in the lunch buffet with my family when we heard a coded announcement over the loud speakers," Amodio told PEOPLE, adding that the announcement came at around 3 p.m. local time. "A few minutes later people started gathering at the windows and then the captain came on and announced that they had found a distressed vessel and we would be turning around to investigate. We all rushed to the windows and in the nearish distance we could see in the waves a tiny boat waving either a large white flag or sheet."

Shortly after, the ship turned around and pulled up next to the boat and "deployed a small zodiac-type rescue boat," she recalls.

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"Eventually we saw Royal Caribbean crew helping about two people from the distressed boat onto the rescue boat before returning to the vessel. They then made a few more trips to safely bring everyone on board."

According to Amodio, they later found out that the passengers on the small boat had been "lost at sea for eight days."

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"We got a final announcement once they were all on board safely telling us there was 14 people on board," she said, adding that passengers clapped and cheered upon hearing everyone had been rescued safely.

"Our first reaction was shock, I’ve been on six or so cruises and I’ve never experienced anything even close to this," Amodio continued. "During the rescue everyone was more shocked and the general consensus was that this wasn’t something anyone ever thought would be happening. It was crazy to see, even knowing where they were in the water, once they dropped the flag, they were hard to spot. Just seeing this small boat you knew was filled with people surrounded by the vastness of the water was enough to freak you out. "

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The ship was on its first full day of sailing and it was between Cozumel, Mexico and western Cuba when the incident happened.

"We weren’t told by the captain or crew what happened to them," Amodio added of the rescued individuals.  

The cruise liner, which departed from Miami, Florida, was headed to Roatán, Honduras, and Royal Caribbean's private Bahamian island, CocoCay, during its voyage.

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Royal Caribbean told PEOPLE in a statement, "On March 3, 2024, Icon of the Seas encountered a small vessel adrift and in need of assistance. The ship's crew immediately launched a rescue operation, safely bringing 14 people onboard. The crew provided them with medical attention, and is working closely with the U.S. Coast Guard."

A U.S. Coast Guard spokesperson told Newsweek that the rescue occurred in Mexico's search-and-rescue area of responsibility.

The Icon of the Seas made its maiden voyage out of South Florida in late January. The ship departed from Port Miami and docked at ports including Puerto Costa Maya in Mexico, Basseterre in St. Kitts & Nevis and Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas.

Along with the world’s largest pool and water park at sea, Icon also boasts eight "neighborhoods" to explore and an open-air "Central Park."

The record-breaking vessel overtook Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas , which formerly held the title of largest cruise ship in the world.