Haines had fewer visitors in 2021 than in any other year for the last two decades, except 2020, according to a report compiled by Haines Borough tourism director Steven Auch.
But Auch and members of the Tourism Advisory Board (TAB) are optimistic that in 2022 the borough could see a return to pre-pandemic tourism levels — or even an increase.
The bulk of Haines’ visitors arrive on cruise ships or ferries. At a Jan. 13…
