What are the kashrut standards on the Alaska cruise?

The cruise program provides Glatt Kosher, Pas Yisroel, and Cholov Yisroel dining overseen by the MGK (Maritime Glatt Kosher) with on-board mashgichim.

Are there daily prayer services available?

Yes, daily minyanim (Shacharit, Mincha, and Maariv) are organized, and a Torah is brought on board for designated reading days.

How is Shabbat observed while at sea?

The organizers coordinate logistics including Shabbat meals, Kiddush, and technical considerations such as door locks and elevator usage to ensure a halachically observant environment.

Which Alaskan ports are included in the itinerary?

Port highlights typically include Hubbard Glacier, Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan in Alaska, as well as Victoria in British Columbia.

Alaska Kosher cruise

JULY 30 - AUGUST 6, 2023

Location: Seattle, WA, United States

Organizer: Kosherica

About

JULY 30 - AUGUST 6, 2023
7 NIGHTS

Day 1, Sun, July 30
Seattle, Washington
Departs 4:00pm

Day 2, Mon, July 31
At Sea

Day 3, Tue, August 1
Juneau, Alaska
Arrives 1:00pm - Departs 9:00pm

Day 4, Wed, August 2
Hubbard Glacier

Day 5, Thu, August 3
Sitka, Alaska (Tender port)
Arrives 8:00am - Departs 4:00pm

Day 6, Fri, August 4
Ketchikan, Alaska
Arrives 7:00am - Departs 1:00pm

Day 7, Sat, August 5
Victoria, British Columbia
Arrives 6:00pm - Departs 11:59pm

Day 8, Sun, August 6
Seattle, Washington
Arrives 7:00am

About the provider

Welcome to Kosherica, the Leader in the Luxury Glatt Kosher Tours, Vacations, Passover Programs and Cruises. For over 25 years we have pleased more Jewish Travelers then all Jewish cruise and tour companies combined. We pledge a commitment to the Jewish community to provide five star Glatt Kosher, Chalov Yisroel Pas Yisroel cuisine on the world's most respected cruises, cruise lines and Passover resorts / hotels.

You'll find that our Glatt Kosher vacations are land or floating resorts offering every comfort, convenience and amenity that one could imagine. You can lie back and be completely pampered. Or you can go non-stop enjoying one great show after another "” dine like never before "” try your luck in the lively casino "” or just be pampered in stunning spas. Welcome to a Glatt Kosher Cruise or Passover Resort / Hotel / Program of a lifetime. We look forward to being your guide on this magnificent Glatt Kosher adventure.

Rooms & accommodation

Holland America

Kashrut & dining

Glatt Kosher Dining

Each Kosherica cruise has a team of mashgichim and a rav hamachshir on board to make sure every tiny food item - as well as anything going near our kosher food service - is constantly supervised.

When evening falls and candlelight glows, you will dine on our Glatt Kosher (Cholov Yisroel, Pas Yisroel) award winning gourmet cuisine prepared under the strict supervision of the MGK (Maritime Glatt Kosher). Under the guidance of world-renowned Master Chefs, our culinary delights are made from scratch and seasoned with fresh herbs. Our beautiful main restaurant presents soft music, exquisite settings of china and gorgeous linen with attentive yet unobtrusive service from the trained staff.

Morning may bring a delicious breakfast cuisine with a variety of hot and cold dishes and appetizing gourmet buffet display in a special dining room area reserved especially for Kosherica guests.

In the afternoon you can savor the views along with delicate finger sandwiches at our Elegant Tea.

And to ensure that you don't go to sleep hungry we invite you to our midnight nosh featuring a variety of delicious treats.

Religious life & Shabbat

Kosherica provides minyanim three times a day. A Torah is brought onto the ship for Torah readings. There is also a Daf Yomi shiur and fascinating guest lectures to help you connect with your spiritual side.

Shabbat on a Kosherica cruise is a unique and uplifting experience. Our experienced team has thought of every possible concern, from Shabbat minyan and Shabbat meals to locking doors, flushing toilets, and Shabbat elevator. From sunset to nightfall, Shabbat with Kosherica is a day of rest like no other on the planet. Kosherica's lavish glatt kosher, chalav Yisroel and pas Yisroel five-course Friday night dinners and Kiddush lunches provide all the gefilte fish, Moroccan salmon, lox, herring, chicken soup, cholent, kugel and kishka you could wish for, topped with fresh salads, fresh fruit, meats and decadent desserts. Spend your day learning, reading, playing games, making friends and marveling at the serene seascapes and spectacular coastlines.

Activities & entertainment

MS Westerdam

Location

Address: Seattle, Washington, USA

Contact

Organizer: Kosherica
Location: Seattle, United States
Phone: (305) 695-2700
Phone: (877) 724-5567
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.kosherica.com/