Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Bliss became the first cruise ship to open this year’s Alaska cruise season, from the port of Seattle. NCL has a long history of cruising from Seattle to Alaska, having initiated the route in 2001 and Norwegian Bliss is first of five Norwegian Cruise Line vessels to cruise The Last Frontier through October 2022. 

"We have nearly three decades of history cruising Alaska, pioneering voyages to The Last Frontier from Seattle more than 22 years ago and christened the largest cruise ship in Seattle in 2018 with the debut of Norwegian Bliss," said Norwegian Cruise Line President and Chief Executive Officer, Harry Sommer. "We could not be any prouder to return to our ‘second home’ and jumpstart the 2022 Alaska season with one of our most innovative ships and provide unforgettable guest experiences with some of the world’s most bucket list destinations."

During the 2022 Alaska cruise season, NCL will have the most youthful armada in the region offering the biggest capacity ever with the most sailings, counting selection of travels for holidaymakers to select five, seven, nine, and 10-day itineraries on Norwegian Bliss, Encore, Sun, Spirit, and Jewel.

"The Port of Seattle is excited to welcome cruise back to our region for the first full season since 2019," said Steve Metruck, Port of Seattle Executive Director. "As we provide vital support for Seattle’s maritime, tourism, small business, and supplier sectors, we also are leading the industry in environmental excellence."