That’s the story across Alaska, which had been in the midst of a seemingly unstoppable boom in cruise growth. The state was anticipating about 1.4 million cruise visitors during the season that stretches from late April until early October — a record. So far, 99 percent of the projected capacity has been canceled, says Mike Tibbles, vice president of government and community affairs for Cruise Lines International Association Alaska. [11 ways the pandemic will change travel]Overall, Alaska tourism officials expected 2.2 million total visitors throughout the year. Ports in Seattle and Canada, where most Alaskan cruise itineraries start, are still closed to cruise traffic.

Source: Washington Post June 24, 2020 18:21 UTC