Alaska has captivated imaginations for centuries. People have always been intrigued by Alaska, from the Indigenous peoples who first lived in the area to the gold rush era of the late 19th century. But Hollywood certainly knows how to capitalize on a good thing. Many great movies are set in…
Alaska is known for Denali, the Iditarod, and gorgeous northern lights, among many other things. The state is also home to over 800,000 people, some of whom are well-known. Here is a list of celebrities who have called Alaska home. 1. Jewel Born…
There is nothing quite like leaning back in a warm railcar and enjoying the sights of Alaska’s backcountry. The Alaska Railroad is older than Alaska’s statehood, and it all began in 1914 when President Woodrow Wilson created the Alaska Engineering Commission to officially map out a…
There is no doubt in our minds that traveling has the power to inspire positive social change. At Princess Lodges, our goal is to add value to lives through travel and connect with new communities, encourage new ways of thinking and foster relationships. When it comes to the environment, we…
It may come as a surprise to some to learn that despite Alaska’s relatively small agriculture industry, the largest state in the U.S. also grows some of the largest vegetables. When we say large, we mean giant — 130-pound cabbages, 35-pound broccoli stocks, and 2,000 pound pumpkins. Vegetables at the…
Alaska is the largest state in the U.S. and there is a vast array of captivating landscapes and activities to be enjoyed. With so much to experience right here, plan a staycation this summer. Take your staycation to the next level this year on a Princess…
It’s no surprise that a number of athletes competing in the 2022 Winter Olympics are either from the snowy northern state of Alaska or have some connection here. In this year’s Games, Alaskan athletes will compete in cross-country skiing, ice hockey, figure skating, and curling. Cross-Country Skiing…
Calling all skin care fiends! Several skin care brands in Alaska take advantage of the state’s natural ingredients such as wild berries, sea salt and glacial mud to create skin care products you’ll love. Below are some of our favorites and where to buy them when you’re here, or order…
While summer solstice may feel like any other day in some parts of the world, solstice celebrations in Alaska go to another level. Locals celebrate the extra hours of daylight with all-night baseball games, specifically the Midnight Sun Game in Fairbanks, where the first pitch is thrown out at 10…
Fall is here and it’s finally time for a little rest. Enjoy some downtime and relaxation with this Alaska reading list featuring books by our favorites Alaska authors and books about our favorite Alaska places. “Ada Blackjack” by Jennifer Niven This book tells the true story of a young Inuit…