Night 1: The Hotel Captain Cook Anchorage, Alaska The Hotel Captain Cook is indisputably one of the very finest hotels in Anchorage, offering superior service and amenities. In tribute to Captain James Cook, who first sailed into Anchorage in 1778, the decor and ambiance have a nautical flavor. The comfortable guest rooms offer inspiring views of either Cook Inlet or the Chugach Mountains and feature luxury linens and bedding, full-length robes, irons and ironing boards and high-speed wireless Internet. The Athletic Club offers an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, workout, aerobics and circuit training rooms and a racquetball court. The Whale’s Tail, a gourmet coffee and wine bar, serves over 30 different wines by the glass as well as popular cocktails and lattes, mochas and cappuccinos.
Night 2 & 3: Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge Fairbanks, Alaska The decor and ambiance of the Fairbanks Riverside Lodge evoke memories of Alaska’s gold rush days. The large outdoor deck extending to the water’s edge takes advantage of the Lodge’s setting on the banks of the Chena River. Comfortable guest rooms offer cable TV and data ports. The Health Club awaits those in the mood for a brisk workout. Visit Trackers Lounge for spirits and light fare or ship your favorite beverage on the river view deck as you relax at the river’s edge.
Night 4 & 5: Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge Denali, Alaska Located just a mile from the entrance to Denali National Park, the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge embodies the spirit of wilderness Alaska. Cozy guest rooms offer TV and telephones. Walking trails through fragrant forests of spruce link the various guest room buildings scattered throughout the property to the main Lodge. After a busy day taking in nature’s majesty, relax in one of four hot tubs, each with a glorious view of the Nenana River, or indulge in a workout in the fitness center. Visit the Base Camp Bistro for “Taste of Alaska” appetizers and the beverage of your choice, served indoors or out on the river view deck.
Night 6 & 7: The Hotel Alyeska Girdwood, Alaska Set amidst the beauty of pristine Alaskan wilderness, the château-style The Hotel Alyeska offers all the facilities and amenities that one would expect of a fine resort. Spacious guest rooms offer color TV, refrigerators, hair dryers, bathrobes and slippers, and in-room safes. The well-equipped Fitness Center offers a heated indoor lap pool overlooking the north face of Mt. Alyeska as well as all manner of exercise equipment. Relax to the sounds of the grand piano in the Aurora Lounge as you take in the lovely views.
Night 8 - 14: Aboard Regent Seven Seas Mariner Alaskan Coastal Waters The luxurious Seven Seas Mariner was the world’s first all-suite, all-balcony cruise ship. Spacious suites feature a separate sitting area, marble-lined bathroom, Anichini® robes, hair dryer, walk-in closets, TV, DVD/CD players, European king-sized beds with Anichini linens, refrigerator and bar. Choose from four different dining venues including Signatures Restaurant, the first to offer cuisine by the famed Le Cordon Bleu® of Paris at sea and the elegant Compass Rose restaurant, with its open-seating dining. The Carita of Paris spa includes sauna and massage; other on-board amenities include a gym with state-of-the-art equipment, outdoor pool, whirlpool, theatre, three lounges, a casino, full entertainment program, guest lecturer program and an Internet café. A full program of activities and entertainment makes every day aboard the Seven Seas Mariner a delight. Butler service is available in some categories.