Articles from UnCruise Adventures

In a world of crowded mega-ships and impersonal travel, UnCruise Adventures offers something refreshingly different, authentic connection. As the pioneer in small-ship adventure cruising, the award-winning cruise line is excited to announce a rare opportunity to sail alongside Founder, Owner, and CEO Captain Dan Blanchard. On select voyages through Alaska and Baja, Mexico, Captain Dan personally welcomes guests aboard, sharing decades of maritime wisdom and his deep passion for wild places. These exclusive sailings offer more than just a vacation—they’re a return to meaningful travel, where every guest is known by name and every moment is UnForgettable.

UnCruise Adventures is bringing connectivity to the wilderness—without losing what makes the award-winning small-ship company so unforgettable. After listening to guest feedback, the company has launched Wi-Fi across much of its fleet, giving travelers the option to check in with family, handle urgent matters, or simply ease their minds while off the grid. But when it’s time to enter national parks and remote wildlife zones, the signal intentionally fades, making space for quiet moments, wild encounters, and true digital detox.

UnCruise Adventures, the award-winning small ship adventure travel company, proudly announces its long-awaited return to Costa Rica with a fresh 2026 itinerary: Costa Rica’s Pure Life Adventure Cruise aboard the Safari Voyager. Marking its first visit to the region in recent years, the company has opened bookings for immersive departures starting October 17, 2026.

UnCruise Adventures is proud to announce the return of the Wilderness Adventurer for the 2025 season. Recently refreshed under the guidance of CEO and Founder Captain Dan Blanchard, the 60-guest vessel is back by popular demand to accommodate the overwhelming interest in UnCruise’s Glacier Bay Adventure with 2 Days in Glacier Bay itinerary. Many 2025 departures have already sold out, prompting the timely reintroduction of this classic ship that will now set sail alongside other fleet favorites and allowing more adventurers to experience the “…undisputed leader in the region,” according to Cruise Critic.

An adventure of a lifetime is now more affordable than ever with UnCruise Adventures, the award-winning, US-flagged, all-inclusive small-ship cruise company. Renowned for its expertly led expeditions and personalized service, UnCruise Adventures is proud to introduce the Adventure Forever campaign—featuring exclusive savings on transformative voyages to Alaska, the Galapagos, Hawaii, and Mexico.

UnCruise Adventures, the leader in small-ship expeditions, has been named the Best in Alaska (Expedition Category) in Cruise Critic's prestigious “Best in Cruise Awards.” This accolade further solidifies UnCruise’s reputation as the premier choice for travelers seeking immersive, off-the-beaten-path experiences in Alaska.

UnCruise Adventures proudly announces the premiere of Destination Discover, a captivating new TV special produced in collaboration with KIRO TV. This visually stunning program takes viewers on an immersive journey through Alaska’s untouched wilderness, highlighting the unique adventures offered aboard UnCruise’s small ships. With exclusive access to remote destinations, the special showcases the deep connections between crew, guests, and nature in Southeast Alaska.

This holiday season, UnCruise Adventures is thrilled to announce a unique voyage through the breathtaking Sea of Cortez, Baja, Mexico, that promises a perfect blend of adventure, wildlife, and relaxation. This December 18, 2024, the special holiday sailing, In Steinbeck’s Wake: An Epic Voyage Through the Sea of Cortez, will be personally hosted by Captain Dan Blanchard, owner and CEO of UnCruise Adventures.

UnCruise Adventures, a trailblazer in small-ship, all-inclusive expedition cruising, announces its new partnership with Versonix, a powerful provider of advanced reservation and revenue management solutions. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in both companies’ missions to enhance guest experiences and optimize operational efficiency.

UnCruise Adventures is thrilled to announce that our Hawaiian Seascapes Cruise on the Safari Explorer has been named the Best Hawaii Cruise by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This prestigious accolade highlights our commitment to providing unparalleled guest experiences and showcasing the natural and cultural beauty of Hawaii for the past 15 years.

UnCruise Adventures, a leader in small-ship adventure cruising, announces the hiring of Chris Myers as the new Director of Inside Sales. Chris brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for expedition travel to UnCruise Adventures

Embark on an adventure of a lifetime with UnCruise Adventures’ latest offering: the Wild, Woolly, and Wow: Kids in Nature sailing experience. This exclusive journey aboard the Wilderness Legacy promises to ignite the imaginations of young explorers and their families as they dive into the breathtaking wilderness of Alaska. With unparalleled access to remote locations and an assortment of engaging activities, this cruise is set to redefine family vacations and inspire a new generation of nature enthusiasts.

UnCruise Adventures proudly kicked off one of Alaska's longest cruising seasons, as guests embarked from the Seattle area via the Ballard Locks aboard the Wilderness Legacy on April 15. The voyage begins with a spectacular journey through the Inside Passage, incorporating visits to Olympic National Park and an extended two-day exploration of Glacier Bay National Park.

UnCruise Adventures, a US-flagged leader in small-ship, expedition-style cruising, proudly owned and headquartered in Juneau, Alaska, is officially named “Best Small-Ship Expedition Line” by U.S. News & World Report and “Best in Alaska” in the Cruise Critic Editor’s Picks’ Awards. Additionally, two ships, the Wilderness Legacy and the Wilderness Discoverer, occupy two top-five spaces in USA Today’s annual “10Best” Best in Alaska category (the only company to have two ships listed in the top five). UnCruise Adventures is proud to show the strength of a family-owned, locally run business that provides services and experiences that mega ships can’t offer. These accolades also highlight UnCruise Adventures' commitment to excellence and reinforce its standing as a premier choice in Alaska tourism. To celebrate, UnCruise Adventures is excited to share "Leap into Adventure Savings" for its 2024 cruise season.

UnCruise Adventures, leading small-ship adventure brand, is thrilled to unveil new and exclusive WAVE season offers for the 2024 Alaska cruise season. This leap year, UnCruise Adventures is inviting adventurers to embrace the spirit of exploration with unmatched opportunities.

UnCruise Adventures, a leader in the small ship post-pandemic adventure cruise boom, announces the addition of Monica Sagisi as its new Vice President of Marketing and Sales. Capitalizing on recent upticks in adventure vacation travel, UnCruise Adventures welcomes Ms. Sagisi to its executive team. She brings long term expedition cruising experience to the company’s sales and marketing departments, including over a decade at Paul Gauguin Cruises. Her background encompasses UnCruise Adventures’ primary destination of Alaska as well as Baja Mexico’s Gulf of California.

UnCruise Adventures is thrilled to announce the launch of new guest savings for Baja California, Mexico for 2024 plus a limited, one sailing only, inaugural adventure with the company’s CEO. Today the company unveils new offers for its Sea of Cortez Adventures for early bookings that continue to redefine small ship, eco-conscious sailings. The popular Whales & Sealife, 7-night adventure has sailings from January 20th to April 20th, 2024.

Pioneers in small ship adventure cruising, UnCruise Adventures, unveil their latest 'Aloha Days’ Hawaii deals, where every booking is a step towards supporting Maui recovery. For every new booking made during 'Aloha Days’ from September 7th to September 28th, a portion of each deposit will directly contribute to Maui Strong, an initiative to rebuild and rejuvenate Maui and Lahaina town.

UnCruise Adventures, a leading small ship adventure cruise line, is thrilled to announce its 'Holidays in July' super early bird offers for select 2024 voyages. With bookings now open, travelers can unlock exceptional savings on trips to Alaska, the newly launched Canadian Coastal & Olympic Peninsula Adventure.

UnCruise Adventures, the trailblazing small-ship adventure cruise line, is thrilled to announce a series of deployment changes and updates set to commence in early 2024 and extend into 2025. As the company continues to return to profitability, it will refocus on its core offerings that have experienced a surge in demand. These fresh and expanded routes promise guests unparalleled experiences, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. New routes are now open for early bookings and early savings on key dates.

Brace yourselves, adventure seekers. UnCruise Adventures is about to launch one of the biggest cruise savings in its 27-year history. Celebrating a strong comeback to travel, the small ship cruise line is supporting summer travelers with big deals and big adventures. Starting May 8th and ending on May 26th, UnCruise Adventures will be offering massive savings on select ships and departure dates for summer 2023. Small ship cruisers can save up to $2000 per couple domestically and $3000 per couple internationally with an applied airfare credit on select departures. May 8th and 9th is the first super sail savings kick off.

UnCruise Adventures’ summer cruise season is officially open and offers some huge savings for solo, group, and family travelers. The privately-owned U.S. company is dedicated to small groups, small footprint, low impact cruising, and was the first to start the small ship season in Alaska in early April. Now with more early bird summer offers guests can get lost in Alaska’s best kept secrets with exclusive spring season sales, now through May 31st, 2023.

UnCruise Adventures is a world-recognized sustainable small-ship cruise company founded by award-winning entrepreneur and environmental advocate Dan Blanchard.