(JUNEAU, Alaska) – The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities Alaska Marine Highway System announced today the release of the winter 2014-2015 schedule, covering ferry travel from October 1, 2014 to April 30, 2015.

Travelers will find the winter schedule to be consistent with previous years’ schedules. Some routes and sailing times may vary to accommodate community events that were identified during public comment.

Travelers are encouraged to make reservations in advance either online at FerryAlaska.com, by calling 1-800-642-0066, or visiting ferry terminal staff throughout the system.  Making advance reservations is the best way to guarantee space for passengers and vehicles, and it allows the system to operate more efficiently.  Fare information is available online or from reservations agents.

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities oversees 237 airports, 9 ferries serving 35 communities along 3,500 marine miles, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.”

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