Vacations are made for indulgence and your Alaskan vacation should be no different. Why not treat yourself to a signature Alaskan dessert? Try one of these unforgettable treats before your trip or plan a party when you return to share the memories (and deliciousness) with friends. Baked Alaska…
Souvenirs are the perfect way to carry home reminders of your Alaskan adventure. But you don’t want to discover later that your memento was made in China. Instead, choose one of these five locally-made keepsakes for an authentic Alaskan memory. 1) Ulu knives Originally made from slate, these traditional,…
Few sights are more spectacular on an Alaska tour than the glaciers at Kenai Fjords , Glacier Bay and Denali. Whether you plan to visit the glaciers by cruising or hiking, use this quick glossary to learn a few key phrases to impress your fellow travelers (and…
Remember the days when a National Geographic subscription was an essential part of the American household? While the recent decline of print media has put a serious dent in the prevalence of this classic publication, it has persevered and still puts out some of the best geographic content in the…
Taking a vacation to Alaska means packing some items you might not think of taking elsewhere. So ditch the flip flops and the sandals and take a look at the items listed below; you’ll need all of them if you’re planning a new adventure up north. Sunglasses Sunglasses are…
Any time of year, Alaska provides an endless array of fun opportunities for families to enjoy on their visit to our beautiful state. From playing in the snow in the winter to enjoying a round of midnight golf in the summer, there’s something for everyone up here. Take a look…
UAF’s Nicole Bozek had 28 points in a loss to West Liberty. Photo courtesy UAF. Congratulations to all the teams that competed in the Mt. McKinley Bank North Star Invitational last weekend, especially tournament champions, the Lenoir-Rhyne Bears from North Carolina. Many of the visiting teams chose to stay…
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A child plays with an ice sculpture in Fairbanks. Photo courtesy of State of Alaska Tourism / Robin Hood. What better way to celebrate the magic of the holiday season than to visit the home of Santa Claus himself. Every year the city of North Pole, a 15-minute drive…
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Friends enjoy nordic skiing on the Jim Whisenhant Cross Country Ski Trail system at Birch Hill Recreation Area in Fairbanks. Photo courtesy State of Alaska Tourism / Matt Hage. Fairbanks offers great wintertime fun and outdoor recreation. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite outdoor activities for you to…
Read MoreThe crew heads to the field to pick potatoes. Photo by Clark James Mishler. On a sunny fall day in late September, members of the Anchorage East Rotary Club and their friends boarded a Princess motor coach and headed north from Anchorage to Palmer to spend…