Lifestyles & Locals

Many Alaskans are passionate about competing in sports and cheering for the state’s – and their respective region’s and local – sports teams and athletes. Yet, while professional football and basketball might seem like natural indoor stadium sports for this... Read more

Alaskans have so much to be grateful for, beginning with the fact that they live in Alaska – one of the most beautiful and exciting places in the world! It takes a special breed to live here, and those who... Read more

Christmas in Alaska might only arrive in late December, but the holiday season and spirit are celebrated year-round in the quaint and quirky town of North Pole. No, this isn’t the North Pole set deep in the icy Arctic at... Read more

While most travelers plan Alaska visits for the peak season of summer sun and fun, those who wander north for Alaska’s winter are welcoming by a surprisingly warm vibe, as well as many unique winter outdoor opportunities and special surprises.... Read more

You’ve savored Alaska’s cuisine and basked in every bite of your Alaskan dining experiences. You’ve enjoyed dishes you’ve anticipated and even dreamed about, seen locally farmed produce taken to Denali-level culinary heights, and savored unique meals in a special and... Read more

When it comes to Alaska dining, fresh fish is a best bet and the state’s delicious duo of salmon and halibut always rank among the most memorable menu items. These two fantastic fish are kitchen superstars, though complete opposites in... Read more

Alaskana in Lights: Where True Alaska is Better and Wackier Than Fantasy Much like Alaska offering something for every traveler, the producers of Alaska reality TV programs strive to offer the same wide variety for every viewer. The early Alaska... Read more

Alaska Reality TV: Survival of the Fittest in Alaskan Wilderness Alaska is a welcoming place of wonder and warm memories for visitors and residents alike. But Alaska can also be dangerous, and even deadly, for those who live in, or... Read more

Many people work hard so they can take their dream trip to Alaska. Alaskans totally understand – they also work hard to finance their “Last Frontier” fun. Job descriptions in Alaska might look the same as anywhere else, but Alaska’s workplaces... Read more

It’s a classic Alaska storyline and far north fantasy – the Gold Rush and visions of gleaming nuggets. In the 1800s and early 1900s, tens of thousands of gold prospectors, opportunists and dreamers traveled north to Alaska. For most, this... Read more