Travel Tips

Alaska’s vastness is both a blessing and a challenge for vacation planning. While it offers endless natural beauty and unique experiences, traveling between destinations can take significant time. Unlike the Lower 48, where attractions are often clustered close together, Alaska’s... Read more

Alaska attracts travelers of all sorts with its unique wildlife, natural beauty, Midnight Sun, Northern Lights, and endless list of “only-in-Alaska” experiences. And when Denali daydreamers and Alaska trip planners contemplate their upcoming Alaska journey, one major question often arises:... Read more

For many travelers, one of the most exciting parts of exploring new places and cultures is savoring their local cuisines. Tasting locally sourced and prepared cuisine brings visitors closer to the unique flavors and foods of the region, the lifestyles... Read more

In Alaska, we like to celebrate all the usual holidays (and invent our own of course too!). Any excuse for more fun. Christmas is especially popular in America’s 49th state. Heck, it’s always Christmas in the quaint Alaskan community of... Read more

When winter arrives in the Lower 48 and elsewhere, many travelers yearn for the warmth of sun and sand getaways. And there’s no question that Alaska features more snow drifts than beaches during the winter, but for winter aficionados, this... Read more

Summer in Alaska is a busy time for Alaskan residents and visitors alike. Everyone, including Alaska’s wildlife, is seemingly sent into hyperactive overdrive by the solar sensations of the warm, bright midnight sun and the opportunity to soak up every... Read more

When you come to Alaska in the summer, you’ll quickly appreciate why this state is known as the Land of the Midnight Sun. You’ll also begin to understand how all Alaskans are able to “hang tough” through the state’s dark,... Read more

A ride on the iconic Alaska Railroad is not the usual train-riding experience. This is not a commuter train or an urban subway system. In fact, it is the farthest thing from it. And most other cross-state train routes in... Read more

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... 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... Read more