JUNEAU, Alaska (July 22, 2026) — Disney Cruise Line and Huna Totem Corporation (HTC) signed a 15-year agreement securing preferential access at Icy Strait Point, ensuring Disney Cruise Line guests will continue visiting the Indigenous-owned destination through at least 2041.
The agreement reflects a shared commitment to supporting tourism in Southeast Alaska while creating opportunities for guests to experience the region’s culture, heritage and natural beauty.
Situated on the shores of Hoonah, Icy Strait Point offers visitors an authentic connection to Huna Tlingit culture alongside world-class wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation. The cruise destination is the largest employer in Hoonah and was developed by HTC to curate authentic Alaska experiences that uplift the community’s people and inspire all who visit.
“Disney Cruise Line has been an important part of the Icy Strait Point story for nearly a decade, and we’re grateful to build on that relationship through this agreement,” said Howard Sherman, Huna Totem Tourism Group President. “Each Disney Cruise Line visit helps support local jobs, businesses and economic opportunity in Hoonah while creating meaningful connections between guests and the people who call this place home.”
The agreement secures Disney Cruise Line preferential docking at Icy Strait Point for one vessel each week and includes a minimum annual passenger guarantee, supporting future Alaska sailings that connect Disney guests with the culture, wildlife and natural beauty of Southeast Alaska. Disney Cruise Line expanded its Alaska presence in 2026 to two ships, with select seven-night itineraries aboard the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder featuring calls at Icy Strait Point.
“Icy Strait Point has been a valued part of our Alaska itineraries for nearly a decade, offering Disney Cruise Line guests an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, wildlife and rich cultural heritage of Hoonah and the broader Southeast Alaska region,” said Jose Fernandez, Vice President, Port Strategy, Development & Operations, Disney Cruise Line. “This agreement will help ensure our guests can continue to enjoy the unique experiences that have made Icy Strait Point a fan-favorite destination.”
As Disney Cruise Line continues to expand its fleet, it remains committed to operating responsibly and growing its impact in local port communities. In recent years, Disney Cruise Line has supported community-led initiatives throughout Southeast Alaska focused on food security, youth development and environmental stewardship, including leadership development and workforce readiness opportunities for local youth.
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About Disney Cruise Line: Since launching in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has established itself as a leader in the cruise industry, providing a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all Disney has to offer. Today, the award-winning Disney Cruise Line continues to expand its blueprint for family cruising with a fleet of eight ships — Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, Disney Destiny, and Disney Adventure — with five more ships on the way by 2031.
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About Huna Totem Corporation: Culture-driven and community-centric, Huna Totem Corporation (HTC) is an over 50-year-old Alaska Native corporation with businesses across tourism and product development as well as government contracting. Since opening its first tourism business, Icy Strait Point in 2004, it has welcomed over four million cruise travelers. HTC’s port development and operations model is globally recognized, and the corporation has received numerous awards including Travel + Leisure’s 2025 Global Vision Award, Porthole Cruise & Travel 2025 Readers’ Choice Award: Best Alaska Cruise Destination, Condé Nast Traveler’s “25 Best Places to Go in 2025,” Seatrade’s Global Port of the Year in 2020; and a #11 ranking on the New York Times 2022 Top 52 Places for a Changed World. With recent Alaska expansions to Klawock and Whittier, HTC continues to lead in sustainable and culturally rich tourism. Formed under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA), HTC represents more than 1,850 Alaska Native shareholders with Indigenous ties to Glacier Bay and the community of Hoonah, Alaska. The corporation is the single largest employer in Hoonah. To learn more, visit www.hunatotem.com.
Huna Totem Corporation Media Contact: Thompson PR (huna@thompsonpr.com)