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Welcome to the Alaska Cruise Association!

We are an Alaska-based, not-for-profit organization, established to build strong partnerships between local businesses, communities and cruise companies. Led by life-long Alaskan John Binkley, our goal is to work with businesses and public leaders to improve community relationships, increase economic benefits for Alaskans and address environmental concerns. Our job is to listen, to educate and to establish mutually beneficial relationships and opportunities.

 

 

ACA CHALLENGES ENTRY FEE 

The Alaska Cruise Association has filed a complaint with the United States District Court in Alaska seeking relief from a $46.00 fee imposed on the passengers of its member cruise lines as a condition of their entry into Alaska (the “Entry Fee”).

Below you will find some helpful information and supporting documents that explain why the cruise lines have taken this action.

• Complaint for Declaratory and Injunctive Relief
• Quotes from Alaskans
  “Every business person knows there’s a tipping point and we’ve reached it with the cruise ship passenger head tax. It’s driving visitors away from Alaska and that hurts small businesses like me ...”
  -Joe Mathis, Owner, Montana Creek Campground, Susitna Valley
• Federal Law 33 USC § 5
• Supporting Cases
    Polar Tankers Inc v City of Valdez
    Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Co. v Bridgeport Port Authority
    High Country Adventures Inc v Polk County

 

House Bill 134 Cruise Ship Wastewater Discharge Permits 

House Bill 134 was signed into Law July 9, 2009.

To view the bill please click here: http://www.legis.state.ak.us/PDF/26/Bills/HB0134Z.PDF

 

Cruise Industry supports 14,500 jobs, adds $1.35 billion to State economy

The seasonal cruise industry injects $1.35 billion into the Alaska economy each year, according to a new economic impact study conducted by the McDowell Group.

Cruise passenger spending accounts for half of the economic stimulation, followed by cruise line purchases and wages. The industry generated an estimated $100 million for state and local governments, with half going to the state and half to local governments.

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Tourism Best Management Practices for 2009

This program is a cooperative effort of Juneau tour operators, cruise lines, transportation providers and the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ). Begun in 1997, Tourism Best Management Practices (TBMP) are intended to minimize the impacts of tourism in a manner which addresses both resident and industry concerns and enhances our visitors’ experience in the Capital City. To view the guidelines, click here

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