Famous for its dramatic icy landscapes, gaping gorges, stunning glaciers, glistening fjords, fascinating wildlife, cold conditions, and for being a remote wilderness, Alaska is often referred to as the USA’s last frontier. Cruising, fishing, and wildlife spotting are some of the most popular tourist activities in the state. Separated from the contiguous states by Canada, Alaska …
The sixth largest city in Alaska, Wasilla was established as a railroad intersection bringing business and work to the area. The town began to thrive with passing gold miners and fishers, becoming a place of agriculture within its own right. The surrounding areas make it a good starting point for exploring further Alaska and it has …
Overlooking the mouth of the river Kenai, this town is home to some beautiful scenery. Expect amazing views of the Alaska mountain range, Mount Spurr, Mount Iliamna and Mount Redoubt. Not only is there a spectacular backdrop but the area is abundant when it comes to wildlife too. Expect bears, eagles and specific to this …
Imagine the gushing of water over rocks, sometimes aggressive and other times calm, as it surges and plunges down hillsides. Alaska is one spot washed by an overflow of splendid falls moving fast to carry the streams downhill as they make their way to the sea and the larger rivers. The image isn’t complete until you …
Sitka sits on the outer coast of Alaska’s Inside Passage and central to the sprawling Tongass National Forest. The blend of Russian and Tlingit past gives the city a unique feel, steeped in history it is also the place where the transfer ceremony took place after the US purchased Alaska from the Russians. Accessible only by …
As the capital of the US State of Alaska, you may expect Juneau to be a metropolis of a city. However, this historic town has much to offer in terms of history and is interestingly the only state capital that can only be reached by plane or boat. There are no roads to Juneau. A …
If you have ever imagined what it would be like to get away from it all in the wilderness then Fairbanks is probably that place. Here you will find mountain ranges, flowing rivers and sparking lakes, amazing wildlife and that feeling you are in the middle of nowhere with no one else around. Sat at 65 …
The most north-western state in the USA and most western point in all of North America, Alaska is filled with natural beauty. So much so that it is an outdoor lover’s dream, what with its wildlife, snowy peaks, 66,000 miles of coastline, fjords and waterfalls. Alaska is extremely diverse, with various terrain at various elevations. …
Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska and acts as the gateway to the state’s vast and abundant wildernesses. Best known for its preservation of native culture Anchorage is quite unlike any other city in the United States of America. The people, faced with some of the most adverse weather in all of North America are hardy …
Alaska is large. It’s more or less half the size of the contiguous United States. Based on this alone, it’s difficult to cover all the ground in one trip. Alaska is the kind of place you take in slowly, over a few trips. Along with its big size, comes an overabundance of beauty. Most of …