Visiting Alaska

Whatever mode of transportation you use to get to Alaska, you probably won’t have unlimited space for luggage. But you don’t have to let packing limits dictate what adventures you choose! Use this guide to narrow down what you should bring and what you can rent in the 49th state.

Anyone who has planned a trip to Denali National Park and Preserve knows that there’s only one road in. The 92-mile road takes travelers deep into the park, through valleys and mountains and along beautiful landscapes and wildlife at every turn. Private vehicles are permitted to drive 15 miles down

Spring has just started and the sunlight is coming back fast. There is still plenty of time to stake out a good stargazing location before it gets too light. Here are some of the best places to see your favorite constellations. Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge Stay at Westmark Fairbanks

If you think you need to wait around for warm summer months to head to Alaska, thinking again! Winter is when the real fun begins. There are many reasons to add a winter trip to Alaska to your bucket list. Keep reading – we’re sure these cold weather-only experiences will

We outfitted you with the basics in our first Alaska blog devoted to packing for an Alaska vacation, but this time we’re going to dive a little deeper. Packing for a winter vacation to Alaska can be daunting, but we have all the tips and tricks to make sure you

Vacation is the time to get away from the stresses of everyday life and recharge the ol’ batteries. Then why do we sometimes get home from a trip feeling even more tired and worn out than when we left? Try these tips to turn your Alaska vacation into a true

You’re probably not traveling to Alaska for a beach vacation, but did you know that the state has more miles of coastline than all other states combined? With this in mind, you might want to rethink your itinerary and plan for some beach days. We’re going to cheat and throw

Photo by Craig Sunter You’ve decided on the adventure of a lifetime – a long visit to Alaska! Maybe you’ll hike in Denali, or maybe you’ll take a train across Alaska. Maybe you’ll visit the historic and rugged small towns. Maybe you want to wing it and see what the