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πŸŒ²πŸ‹ THE CALL OF THE WILD – ALASKA 2026 FAMILY ADVENTURE πŸ”οΈβ„οΈ
✨ By Kat & Simon at Hays Travel ✨

Ready for something truly extraordinary? Imagine watching humpback whales breach at sunset, eagles soaring overhead, bears fishing for salmon, and glaciers crashing into icy-blue fjords β€” all while you relax on a luxury cruise ship with cocktails in hand. 🍸🐻

This is Alaska, and it’s one of the most breathtaking family holidays you’ll ever take! ❀️

πŸ›οΈ 3 Nights Pre-Cruise Stay – Hotel Murano, Tacoma (12–15 June 2026)
Start your adventure in artful style at Tacoma’s famous Hotel Murano, a stunning downtown hotel filled with world-class glass sculptures and creative design.
πŸŒ† Explore the Museum of Glass, enjoy the waterfront, and grab a latte with Mount Rainier towering in the distance.
πŸ” Kat’s pick: Shake Shake Shake for the best burgers & milkshakes in Tacoma.
β˜• Simon’s tip: Don’t miss Ghost Alley Espresso hidden under Pike Place Market in Seattle – easily the coolest coffee stop in the city!

🚒 7-Night ALASKA CRUISE – MSC Poesia (15–22 June 2026)
Fresh from a luxury refit, the MSC Poesia is better than ever!
πŸ›ŽοΈ NEW! MSC Yacht Club – private suites, sundeck, butler service & exclusive restaurant
πŸ₯© Butcher’s Cut Steakhouse – premium American-style dining
🍣 Kaito Sushi Bar – elegant Japanese creations
🍸 All-Stars Sports Bar – new hangout for laid-back evenings
πŸ’†β€β™€οΈ Aurea Spa – now featuring an ocean-view sauna, salt room & steam suites
πŸ’ͺ New Gym – panoramic workout space with floor-to-ceiling views

🌲 Your Itinerary – Where Wild Beauty Meets Wonder

πŸ“ 15 June – Seattle, USA πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
Wave goodbye to the city skyline as your adventure begins!

πŸ“ 16 June – At Sea 🌊
Ease into holiday mode β€” relax on deck, unwind in the spa, or spot dolphins and sea lions alongside the ship.

πŸ“ 17 June – Ketchikan, Alaska 🐻
The β€œSalmon Capital of the World.” Visit Creek Street’s colourful boardwalk, shop for local crafts, and keep your eyes peeled for bears fishing by the waterfall!

πŸ“ 18 June – Icy Strait Point (Hoonah) πŸ‹
The whale-watching capital of Alaska! Head out on a small-boat tour for unforgettable encounters with humpback whales and orcas, framed by glacier-topped mountains.

πŸ“ 19 June – Tracy Arm Fjord & Juneau πŸ”οΈπŸ§Š
Sail through a maze of icebergs and waterfalls as blue glaciers rise before your eyes. Then explore Juneau, where bald eagles fly overhead and huskies await a pat between runs!

πŸ“ 20 June – At Sea πŸŒ…
A day to relax and soak up the magic β€” from hot chocolate on deck to sunset cocktails with the mountains in view.

πŸ“ 21 June – Victoria, Canada πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦
Visit the famous Butchart Gardens 🌸 or join Kat & Simon’s favourite Killer Whale Safari πŸ‹ β€” an optional excursion that takes you by speedboat through the Salish Sea, home to resident orca pods. Seeing these majestic creatures in the wild is an experience you’ll never forget.

πŸ“ 22 June – Seattle, USA πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
Return with memories (and photos!) to last a lifetime.

πŸ’™ What’s Included
✈️ Direct flights from London Heathrow to Seattle (economy)
🏨 3 nights at Hotel Murano, Tacoma
🚒 7-night Alaska cruise on MSC Poesia
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family of 4 – Β£5,995 total
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Couples – Β£3695 total

🧭 KAT & SIMON’S RECOMMENDATIONS:
πŸ‹ Book the Whale & Wildlife Tour in Icy Strait Point β€” guaranteed sightings!
🐻 Bring binoculars for bear spotting in Ketchikan
🧊 Take a family selfie at the edge of Tracy Arm Fjord – a true bucket-list moment
🎿 Don’t forget hats & gloves for glacier-viewing
🍷 And in the evenings? Find a quiet corner at the Butcher’s Cut with a glass of red while the ship glides through still waters πŸŒ…

πŸ’³ Book now for Β£5,995 per family of four or Β£3695 for couples.
flights ✈️, 🚘, hotel 🏨, and cruise 🚒 included.
πŸ“ž Call Kat & Simon on 0800 0662 694
πŸ’¬ Message us today to start your family’s wildest adventure yet!

🌲 ALASKA 2026 – Whales. Glaciers. Bears. Memories that last forever. 🌲

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πŸ₯° Kat & Simon at Hays Travel
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