Aspen Hotels
Spend a day in the beautiful, Alaskan mountains! Here are 4 best destinations for skiing in Alaska: 1. Alyeska Resort During winter time, the Alyeska Resort receives an abundant amount of snow. The Alyeska Resort is most famous for their downhill skiing because of their steep mountains, they even have the longest double black diamond…
Category Archives: Alaska Vacations
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Best Ski Destinations in Alaska
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The History of Gold in Alaska
We’ve struck gold, over $1 billion to be exact! Gold seekers traveled many miles in the deadliest parts of Alaska in hopes of striking it rich. Out of 30,000 prospectors, only 4,000 turned their dreams into reality. Here is the timeline of gold history in Alaska: 1849 – Russian mining engineer, Doroshin, first discovered gold…
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The Deadliest Catch – An Alaskan Legend
It is one of the deadliest professions in the world! If you haven’t been living under a rock for a few years, you will know about the show, The Deadliest Catch. What: The Deadliest Catch is a TV show on Discovery channel about crab fishing in Alaska, captained by Johnathan and Andy Hillstrand. Fishing in…
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Top Reasons to Visit Alaska in Winter
Don’t let the freezing temperatures keep you away from the beauty of Alaska in the winter! There are quite a few reasons to visit Alaska during winter, here are some of them: 1. Northern Lights If seeing the Northern lights isn’t on your bucket list, add it ASAP! The Northern lights shine year round but…
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Top Museums in Alaska
Alaska is not just a pretty face, the state also has some depth with rich history and culture. 1. The Alaska State Museum, Juneau Starting way back in the 1900’s, this museum was meant to collect and preserve artifacts for the District of Alaska. The Alaska State Museum opened to the public in 1920 and…
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Calling All Fishing Fans to Taku Harbor
Grab your fishing gear and head to one of the most secluded and beautiful spots in Alaska, Taku Harbor. Where is Taku Harbor? 22 miles Southeast of Juneau. Does Taku Harbor have any history? Yes, Taku Harbor is named after the Taku people in 1848. It was once a trading post named Fort Durham, a…
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Zip-Line Through the Rainforest in Juneau
Feel the crisp Alaskan air as you soar above the Juneau rainforest! There are so many zip-line tours to choose from in Juneau, among the best is Alaska Zipline Adventures. This tour is great for all ages and you can choose from 3 different packages: Apline Zipline Adventure, Zip & Glacier Combo, or Group Adventures. Apline…
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Where to View Wildlife in Alaska
Alaska is the one of the best places in the world to experience untamed wilderness and wildlife! Here is a complied list of places in Alaska where you can see bears, moose, whales, sheep, and more! 1. Marine Wildlife Day Cruises Sail to untouched waters on a day cruise to see seals, puffins, cormorants, whales,…
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Can’t Miss Juneau Food Spots
Visit these 10 food spots in Juneau for mouth-watering Alaskan cuisine. Hangar On The Wharf 2 Marine Way #106 Varied fare & 20+ beers on tap in a converted airplane hangar (with large windows) on a wooden pier. Twisted Fish Company Alaskan Grill 550 S Franklin St. Soaring windows provide water views in this casual…
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Ride Horseback Through Alaska
What better way to see Alaska than on horseback? Check out these top rated tours for a unique and unforgettable sight-seeing experience. Alaska Horse Adventures 18810 E Walling Rd, Palmer, AK Guests can chose between a 1.5 hour trail ride for a short and sweet adventure and a 3 hour trail ride for a more immersive…
