Travel Tips

Seeing any of Alaska’s wonderful wildlife up close frequently delivers thrills, chills and everlasting memories. The mighty grizzly bear gives goosebumps. The majestic bald eagle inspires pride. And the funky moose makes for an immediate smile. But there is something extra special about seeing the mammothlike but graceful whales... Read more

Birding is a popular pastime for many more folks than you probably realize. According to the most recent research from the National Survey on Recreation and the Environment, among the 51 activities that are tracked by the survey, birding is the 15th most popular activity, attracting 33 percent of... Read more

Fishing in Alaska is a fantastic experience, which is why many Alaska visitors plan part, if not all, of their journey to our state around some angling action. Few Alaska activities provide the thrill of having a fish hit the hook and successfully reeling it in, especially when the... Read more

Alaska is an awe-inspiring state, with landscapes and distances so vast, they are sometimes hardly comprehensible to someone who hasn’t seen the Great Land in person. Alaska is also renowned for it’s eight U.S. National Parks which encompass more than 51 million acres in total. So, it’s no surprise... Read more

Kenai Fjords National Park is one of Alaska’s prettiest and most popular natural wonders, in large part because it offers so many of the special features that make Alaska adventures so unique and memorable. Here, you can find a variety of journeys on land and water, like getting close-up... Read more

No animal is more iconic to the northern woodlands and forests of North America than the moose (Alces alces). These not-so-graceful giant herbivores are prevalent all over Alaska and are considered one of “Alaska’s Big Five” among the state’s prolific wildlife, along with bears, caribou, Dall sheep and wolves.... Read more

Anchorage is Alaska’s largest city, and while some forms of daily life here mirror that of any other bustling urban area, it embraces a unique community that blends the best of city living with awesome outdoor adventures and Alaska’s pioneer charm and grit. The spirit of Anchorage is rooted... Read more

Alaska is a vibrant destination and it is exciting to explore it year-round, but summer is when the state truly comes alive. There’s something about that sensational midnight sun and its welcoming warmth, the array of “only-in-summer” Alaska outdoor activities, and an influx of wide-eyed and enthusiastic visitors from... Read more