The Discovery Princess charts a course towards Alaska's Snow Passage, an extraordinary waterway known for its breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife. Naturalist Michael brings his wealth of experience and passion for nature to aid the excited guests in spotting whales, bald eagles and sea lions, while two of the crew search for gold in an old mine. Across the world in Japan, the joy and community spirit of the summer festival season is brought on board the top decks of the Diamond Princess as the crew to don traditional robes and perform a Japanese dance for the passengers.