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Destination Vancouver is the non-profit, member-based destination marketing and management organization for the spectacular city of Vancouver, BC. Our purpose is to transform our communities and our visitors through the power of travel and to be thoughtful leaders, advocates and ambassadors for our city. We work with our partners in Vancouver's visitor economy to develop compelling experiences and offerings for our visitors and to promote Vancouver in key Canadian, US, and international markets. The responsibility to build a sustainable and resilient visitor economy is the foundation of everything we do. Visit www.destinationvancouver.com
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is the federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the Port of Vancouver. Like all Canada Port Authorities, we are accountable to the federal Minister of Transportation, and operate pursuant to the Canada Marine Act with a mandate to enable Canada’s trade through the Port of Vancouver, while protecting the environment and considering local communities. The port authority is structured as a non-share corporation, is financially self-sufficient and does not rely on tax dollars for operations. Our revenues come from port terminals and tenants who lease port lands, and from port users who pay various fees such as harbour dues. Profits are reinvested in port infrastructure. The port authority oversees the use of port land and water, which includes more than 16,000 hectares of water, over 1,500 hectares of land, and approximately 350 kilometres of shoreline. Located on the southwest coast of British Columbia in Canada, the Port of Vancouver extends from Roberts Bank and the Fraser River up to and including Burrard Inlet, bordering 16 municipalities and intersecting the traditional territories and treaty lands of more than 35 Coast Salish Indigenous groups. The Port of Vancouver is Canada’s largest port, and the fourth largest in North America by tonnes of cargo. Enabling the trade of approximately $300 billion in goods with up to 170 countries each year, port activities sustain 132,400 jobs, $9.3 billion in wages, and $16.3 billion in GDP across Canada.
The Port of Vancouver's award-winning Canada Place cruise terminal has been a premiere homeport terminal servicing the Alaska cruise market for more than 30 years, acting as the base for one-way and round-trip cruises and offering unparalleled access to the pristine Inside Passage. Cruise operations within the Port of Vancouver play a vital role in Vancouver's, and Canada's, thriving tourism sector, sustaining more than 17,200 jobs across Canada and providing a total economic output of $3.3 billion to Canada's national economy. In 2024 the award-winning Canada Place cruise terminal was nominated for the following awards: Seatrade Cruise’s ‘Port of the Year’, and the World Travel Awards’ ‘North America's Leading Cruise Port’ and ‘World's Leading Cruise Port’.
Since 1923, the Alaska Railroad has connected many of Alaska’s most popular destinations: Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Fairbanks, and of course Denali National Park – home to Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Our tracks span 500 miles/800 kilometers across this great land, traveling along dramatic coastlines, pristine river valleys, expansive alpine forests, and traversing the Chugach mountains and Alaska Range.
The Alaska Railroad offers year-round passenger rail transportation with Adventure Class and premium GoldStar service. More than a half million passengers ride Alaska Railroad trains each year. The summer season is mid-May to mid-September and includes daily service on most routes. The winter season is mid-September to mid-May and includes weekend and some midweek service. The Alaska Railroad offers rail transportation and rail travel packages, with the option to create a personalized rail excursion, complete with lodging, tours, and activities. The Alaska Railroad also offers a flagstop service, the last of its kind in the United States.
Visit Seattle is a private, non-profit destination marketing organization (DMO) serving Seattle and King County, located in Washington state. We exist to champion the region as a world-class destination for travel and tourism and promote the economic power of travel. Our culture is guided by core values that elevate our industry and advance our purpose with integrity.
The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that is committed to the stewardship and sustainable growth of Victoria’s dynamic working harbour. GVHA owns and operates several high-profile community amenities, including Victoria’s deep-water terminal at the Breakwater District as well as the Inner Harbour lower causeway and marina, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Ship Point Pier. GVHA is certified as a Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Gold Member for its commitment to working in partnership with the Lək̓ʷəŋən People as they pursue their cultural and economic aspirations in the harbour.
The Pacific Pilotage Authority, a federal Crown corporation, administers marine pilotage on the west coast of Canada ensure safe navigation. Under Canada’s Pilotage Act, commercial vessels over 350 gross tons and pleasure craft over 500 gross tons must use a Canadian marine pilot in designated waters. The Authority’s jurisdiction covers the entire British Columbia coast, including the Fraser River, from Alaska to Washington, making it the world’s largest area of compulsory pilotage. This coast-wide model enables service to all West Coast ports and cruise ships transiting BC’s coastal waterways. Focused on safety, the Authority protects people, property, and the environment while maintaining accountability to the Canadian public.
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Founded in 1911 by a vote of the people as a special purpose government, the Port of Seattle's mission is to promote economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce and job creation in an equitable, accountable and environmentally responsible manner. The Port of Seattle is a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world, and is committed to creating opportunity for all, stewarding our environment responsibly, partnering with surrounding communities, promoting social responsibility, conducting ourselves transparently and holding ourselves accountable.
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Alaska Air Group, Inc. is based in Seattle and comprised of subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Holdings, Inc., Horizon Air and McGee Air Services. With our recent acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, we now serve more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Central America, Asia and the Pacific. We are committed to safety, remarkable customer care, operational excellence, financial performance and sustainability. Alaska Airlines is a member of the oneworld Alliance. With oneworld and our additional global partners, our guests have more choices than ever to purchase, earn or redeem on alaskaair.com across 30 airlines and more than 1,000 worldwide destinations. Book travel throughout the Pacific on Hawaiian Airlines at hawaiianairlines.com. Learn more about Alaska Airlines at news.alaskaair.com and Hawaiian Airlines at newsroom.hawaiianairlines.com/blog. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as “ALK.”
Established in 1904, The Butchart Gardens is a world-famous horticultural attraction located in Brentwood Bay, British Columbia. Spanning over 22 hectares (55 acres), the gardens feature a stunning array of floral displays, including the iconic Sunken Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, Italian Garden, and Mediterranean Garden. As a National Historic Site of Canada, The Butchart Gardens continues to delight more than a million visitors per year with its beauty and charm, offering an immersive experience with options for an amazing Afternoon Tea and wonderful shopping.
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WP&YR provides highly acclaimed, narrated scenic rail excursions to over 600,000 tourists (in 2024) operating on the first 67 miles (Skagway, Alaska to Carcross, Yukon) of the original 110-mile line, which terminates in Whitehorse, Yukon. From Skagway, Alaska, passengers can enjoy half and full day excursions sold as shore excursions on board their cruise ship. Passengers ride in comfortable restored and replica coaches pulled by vintage steam and diesel locomotive power. The WP&YR is a unique and genuine scenic and historical experience that symbolizes accomplishment in adventure and pioneering -- of triumph over challenge.
Alaska Coach Tours celebrates 20 years of transportation and tour services in Alaska! Since 2004 they've worked with major cruise lines and tourism companies in the Southeast communities of Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, and Skagway. In 2023, the company expanded into Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska under the name Pacific Alaska Tours, boasting one of the youngest motorcoach fleets in the state.
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When thinking of chauffeured car service and ground transportation in Greater Victoria, most think of L.A. Limousines & Transportation Services. That distinction has been the hard work and dedication of Edison Kahakauwila, company owner and his wife, Kyara Kahakauwila. The company started in 1989, growing steadily over 3 and half decades; their fleet now boasts 4 Audi eTrons, making them the only limo/car/bus service fleet within BC that includes luxury EV's as a standard. From booking executive car service, to guest transfers or shore excursions, L.A. Limousines fleet is a steady constant at the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority’s (GVHA) Ogden Point Pier and Breakwater District. Booking is made easy with an outstanding office team, semi-automated booking software, and a high level of fleet maintenance and attention to detail. L.A. Limousines strongly supports community initiatives, and its’ owners can be found volunteering their time with industry organizations like Destination Greater Victoria (DGV), the Victoria Cruise Industry Alliance (VCIA) and the GVHA. L.A. Limousines, “…it’s how you get there!”.
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The Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal is a modern cruise port facility located in Sitka, Alaska. It serves as a gateway to the scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage of Southeast Alaska, accommodating up to two 1100ft ship cruise ships simultaneously. The terminal plays a vital role in Sitka’s tourism economy, welcoming approximately 550,000 visitors annually. It features a variety of amenities, including retail shops, a dome theater showcasing immersive experiences, and transportation services connecting passengers to downtown Sitka and local attractions. Designed with sustainability and guest experience in mind, the terminal blends functionality with a commitment to showcasing Sitka’s unique natural and cultural treasures.
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