Sew Much Alaska
Stitch • Sail • Explore
Get ready to Sew Much Alaska on an unforgettable 7-night Alaska quilting cruise filled with creativity, breathtaking scenery, sightseeing, glaciers, friendship, and plenty of time to sew!
When we’re at sea, it’s time to quilt! Settle into our dedicated sewing space, work on Carla’s exciting new project, learn new techniques, and enjoy relaxed open sewing time with fellow quilters. It’s the perfect opportunity to stitch, share ideas, learn something new, and make friendships with quilters who share your passion.
And when we arrive in port, Alaska is waiting!
Explore charming Alaskan towns, experience local culture, shop for unique treasures, and choose from incredible sightseeing adventures. Around every corner you’ll discover something spectacular—from snowcapped mountains and cascading waterfalls to pristine wilderness and opportunities to spot whales, eagles, bears, and other Alaskan wildlife.
Our quilting classes will be held during our time at sea. The rest of the time is open to you to sew as you like, with our dedicated classroom and provided sewing machines.
About the Educator
Carla is a dedicated and experienced quilting instructor with over 30 years of quilting expertise and 25 years of teaching experience. Her passion for quilting is matched by her enthusiasm for sharing her knowledge, particularly in quilt design, piecing techniques, and the effective use of modern tools in quilt construction and creativity.
Leveraging her background as a retired post-secondary educator, Carla applies her extensive skills in adult education to her quilting instruction. She is committed to guiding students through every step of the quilting process. Her teaching approach is characterized by patience, organization, and a genuine enthusiasm that creates a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Carla has published 15 of her own quilt designs and is proud to serve as a Pattern Designer with Island Batik. She is also a Certified Instructor for Studio 180 Design’s tools and techniques, specializing in precision traditional piecing, and for Sew Kind of Wonderful, focussing on their No Stress/No Pins curved piecing methods. Carla’s deep knowledge and passion for quilting make her a sought-after instructor in the quilting community.
About the Project
We’re thrilled to welcome back Carla Alexiuk, who will be joining us onboard and bringing along a brand-new quilting project for this special Alaskan adventure! Carla’s creativity, enthusiasm, and love of quilting will make our days at sea just as memorable as the incredible destinations outside our windows.
Carla has project designs swimming in her head and once she has centered on “the one”, we will update that information here. In the meantime, check out Carla’s website to see her design work.
https://quiltingbytheriver.ca/Cruise Itinerary: 7 night Alaska Sailing
18 June 2028: Depart from Seattle, Washington at 3pm – Evening Meet and Greet
19 June 2028: Quilting and Cruising – Pre-Dinner Cocktail – Evening Open Sewing
20 June 2028: Morning Quilting and Cruising – Juneau, Alaska from 12:30pm to 10pm
21 June 2028: Scenic Cruising Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier – Evening Quilting and Cruising
22 June 2028: Sitka, Alaska from 8am to 4pm – Evening Open Sewing (Pajama Party)
23 June 2028: Ketchikan, Alaska from 7am to 1pm – Afternoon Quilting and Cruising – Evening Open Sewing
24 June 2028: Quilting and Cruising – Afternoon Quilting Event – Victoria, BC from 8pm to 11:59pm
25 June 2028: Arrive Seattle, Washington at 7am – Disembarkation per Holland America
About the Ship:
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam dazzles with museum-quality art and lavish staterooms. Guests of this Vista Class ship will have their pick of onboard activities. Sing along to your favorite hits at Billboard Onboard. Enjoy a Pilates class at the Fitness Center. Or savor the delights of one of our specialty restaurants. Noordam is the youngest of HAL’s four early-2000s-vintage Vista-class ships, which all are named after different points on the compass (noord” means north in Dutch). The overall ambiance makes the ship a good choice for those who don’t need waterslides or ziplines to find their bliss at sea.
Features of this ship include:
- Afternoon Musical Concerts
- America’s Test Kitchen
- 5 Hot Tubs
- 2 Pools
- Live Nightly Music
- Basketball Court
- Martini Tasting
- Casino
- Team Trivia
- The Greenhouse Spa & Salon
- Hydrotherapy Pool
- Movie Matinees
- Nightly Entertainment on the Mainstage
- Fitness Classes
- Happy Hour Drink Specials
Package Includes:
- Onboard accommodations
- Port fees and taxes
- Quilting and Cruising at Sea
- Complete quilt top kit
- Scheduled Open Sewing Hours
- Welcome Aboard Reception
- Group Dining
- Farewell Reception
- Machines provided by: Janome
PRICING
ALL PRICING IS IN USD.
Pricing is per person, based on double occupancy. Other categories and occupancy are available upon request. Pricing is subject to change until booked and deposited in full.
The Have It All Promotion is currently available and will automatically be added to your booking. The Have It All promotion is valid for the 1st and 2nd person in the stateroom and includes a FREE beverage package, FREE specialty dining for 1 night, and a shore excursion credit, as well as onboard gratuities.
Neptune Suite:
SA: $6254 per person – Rooms are on Deck 7 Midship (near Neptune Lounge)
SC: $5654 per person – Rooms are on Deck 6 Aft – Rear Facing
Description: Neptune Suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows with a door that opens to a private verandah, two lower beds that convert to a king-sized bed, large sitting area with sofa bed, dressing room, and private bathroom with dual sink vanity, shower stall and full-sized whirlpool tub. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Neptune Suite Amenities: Complimentary laundry and dry cleaning, oversize bath towels, corsages and boutonnieres for formal night, hors d’oeuvres before dinner, binoculars and umbrellas for use on the cruise, cocktail party with ship officers, priority boarding, priority dining and seating requests, daily breakfast service, high tea service in-suite, access to the Neptune Lounge.
Stateroom Size: 500 – 712 sq ft *
Verandah:
Category VA: $4404 per person – Rooms are on Deck 8 – Midship
Category VB: $4284 per person – Rooms are on Decks 4, 5, 6, 7 – Mid-Forward, Mid-Aft and Rear Facing
Category VC: $4164 per person – Rooms are on Decks 5 and 7 Mid-Forward and Mid-Aft
Category VD: $4044 per person – Rooms are on Decks 6, 7 – Forward and Aft
Description: Verandah staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows with a door that opens to a private balcony, two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, sitting area, and private bathroom with tub/shower combination. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Stateroom Size: 212 – 359 sq ft *
Ocean View:
Category C: $3514 per person – Rooms are on Deck 1 Midship
Category D: $3444 per person – Rooms are on Deck 1 Mid-Forward
Description: Oceanview staterooms feature a picture window, two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, and private bathroom with tub/shower combination. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Stateroom Size: 174 – 180 sq ft *
Interior:
Category K: $3104 per person – Rooms are on Deck 1, 5 and 6 Forward and Aft
Category L: $3064 per person – Rooms are on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Forward and Aft
Description: Large Interior staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed and private bathroom with shower. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Stateroom Size: 151 – 233 sq ft *
Payment Schedule: Monthly Payment Plans are Available Upon Request
*Payments to Holland America as well as Travel Adventures will appear on your credit card statements to equal the total of your initial trip cost.
(Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time unless booked and deposited)
$500 deposit per person: Due at the time of booking
2nd deposit of $500 per person: Due on or before 1 July 2027
Final Payment: Due on or before 1 February 2028
**Trip/Travel Insurance will be quoted by email following the original deposit.
Cancellation Fee Schedule: These fees are in addition to any fees charged by the cruise line.
A $500 cancellation fee per person will be assessed beginning 1 July 2027
A $1000 cancellation fee per person will be assessed beginning 1 February 2028
Cancellations made 90 days or less prior to the cruise departure date will be 100% non-refundable.