when to see northern lights

Alaska’s captivating Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, may seem mystical, but it’s a phenomenon grounded in science and magnetism rather than magic. Alaska is one of the best places in the world to view the Northern Lights... Read more

Special Guest Blog by Dr. Melanie Windridge, author of Aurora: In Search of the Northern Lights What are the Northern Lights? The swirling arcs of the Aurora Borealis or “the Northern Lights” that we see are actually billions of oxygen... Read more

The Northern Lights are among Alaska’s biggest and brightest, and most exciting and elusive attractions. Experiencing the Northern Lights is something you will never forget, but it isn’t always easy to time things right. It’s worth the effort, however, because... Read more