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Enjoy a three-night package (2 guests per room, 4 guests per cabin cruiser for fishing) valid May 28 - Sept. 1, 2006). This package includes four days of fishing and all meals and non-alcoholic beverages. Wine is included at dinner.

Famous for the rich fishing grounds that made the Waterfall Cannery one of the most productive salmon fishing canneries in Alaska, this converted Resort attracts anglers of all skill levels from around the world for the staggering number of trophy-size Salmon, Halibut, and Ling-cod that return each season.

Along the West Coast of Prince of Wales Island, extreme tides and surging ocean currents create a habitat for millions of bait fish that attract annual returns of trophy-size salmon, halibut, red snapper, and ling cod. These natural phenomena, which first attracted commercial fishermen, offer premier fishing grounds in Alaska for some of the best salmon and halibut sport fishing in the world.

Guest Services include an on-site Alaska Airline Ticket Agent, maid service, hospitality services, lounge, general store, on site masseuse and laundry facilities. Custom Seafood Processing by professionally trained Waterfall staff.

Arrival Day -Guests depart Ketchikan by floatplane for the 40-minute flight to Waterfall Resort at about 1 p.m. Upon arrival you are greeted by the resort Manager and Staff. Shortly after checking in, you leave for an afternoon of fishing. Lunch is on board the cabin cruiser and guests return to the resort by 5:30 p.m. The fish are cleaned, filleted and vacuum packed. Dinner, featuring Alaskan cuisine, is served in the dining room from 6-8 p.m. Other evening activities may include a hike to the waterfall, relaxing in the guest lounge, or a game of pool.

Full Days -A hearty breakfast is served daily at 5 a.m. Boats depart at 6:30 a.m. for a full day of fishing and exploring. Guides teach guests the Alaskan style of fishing for king salmon and halibut. Visitors also explore the inlets and bays looking for whales, bald eagles, sea lions, etc. Boats return to the resort at 4:30 p.m. when catches are unloaded and pictures are taken. Hopefully, your fish will qualify for one of over 35 prizes in this year's $100,000 King of Kings Tournament.

 Departure Day -After fishing for several hours, guests return to the resort at 10 a.m. and our staff prepares and packages the morning's catch for the trip home. Lunch is available before the floatplane arrives. Waterfall Resort's on-site Alaska Airlines agent has already handled your travel arrangements and tagged your luggage and fish boxes. This service eliminates the check-in procedure in Ketchikan if you are making a direct connection on the same day on Alaska Airlines. Planes leave the resort for Ketchikan at approximately 1 p.m. every day.

Fairmont Olympic (Seattle)-Enjoy a two-night stay in a Junior Suite providing an oversized room with a well-defined seating area at your choice of these two properties. Your stay includes daily breakfast for two in the dining room. These certificates can be redeemed with no blackout dates and will be accepted on any date that the hotel has ANY availability including holidays. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued.

As the Pacific Northwest's only AAA Five Diamond hotel, this prestigious member of Conde Nast's 2006 Gold List. Boasting impeccable service and splendid Italian Renaissance architecture, The Olympic is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of Historic Hotels of America. The Fairmont Olympic Hotel is ideally located in the heart of Seattle, footsteps from the city's most exciting attractions, including the famous Pike Place Market, Seattle Waterfront, and Space Needle, plus a multitude of museums, theatres, shops and restaurants.  In addition to 450 well-appointed guestrooms and suites, The Olympic also offers a full service fitness center, spa, and indoor swimming pool.

American Airlines

This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States subject to availability. The winning bidders can upgrade their coach class airfare to first class for $750 per person subject to availability. Note: On three class flights upgrade is to business class. A minimum of 14 days advance booking is required as is a Saturday night stay. The winning bidders will be able to earn AAdvantage miles in accordance with the terms and conditions of the AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued and all reservations are subject to availability.

Any airport departure or taxes (if charged) are the responsibility of the winning bidder. Ground transportation is not included in this package.

Local Airfare: Round-trip floatplane ride for (2) from Ketchikan to Waterfall Resort is included. This package includes coach class round-trip airfare from Seattle to Ketchikan subject to availability and inventory controlled.

This package does not include required fishing license, Alaska King Salmon Stamp, optional tournament entry fees and optional guide and staff gratuities.