In 2019, Alaska will celebrate 60 years of statehood. That may not seem like a long time compared to some much older states (like some of the original colonies, established in 1787), but it’s a good reminder that Alaska is a young state with a history that is still being…
There’s a new way to view Denali, and you wont want to miss it. Our Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge is now home to a custom-built treehouse, complete with a deck view that’s one of the highest land-based, north-facing Denali viewing areas. You might even recognize it from Animal Planet’s…
There’s a new reason to visit the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge in Cooper Landing. Rod & Reel restaurant is open for breakfast through dinner and the menu is full of Alaska favorites. The fine-dining restaurant is elegant (hello fireplace and Kenai River…
Cyclists rejoice! Just because you couldn’t bring your bike as a carry-on item this trip doesn’t mean you should give up your favorite hobby when you’re on vacation. There are places across Alaska to rent bicycles and routes for every endurance level – from fat-tire biking to leisurely cycles through…
We know it’s tough to plan a Fourth of July celebration on a Wednesday, which is why we’ve done it for you! When you stay with Princess Alaska Lodges during this midweek holiday, you’re in for an unforgettable time. Here are a few highlights from our lodges across the 49th…
Oreo and Lays knock it out of the park with their flavor contests, but we think if they looked to the flavors of Alaska they could really strike gold. We might be a little biased, but nothing tickles our taste buds quite like the sweet taste of fireweed or a…
Are you checking “visit Alaska” off your bucket list this summer? In such a big state with so much to do, it’s handy to put together a list of what to do while you’re here. We’ve created one of our own to give you a little jumpstart. Feel free to…
Alaska’s fashion has always been in a league of its own, with inhabitants generally favoring practicality and comfort over couture. But that doesn’t mean Alaskans don’t have it going on – you’ll see plenty of individuals in your travels that have a certain je ne sais quoi, a flair that…
With summer right around the corner, anticipation is building for a number of summer blockbuster releases. Perhaps the biggest title coming out this summer is “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,” the next installment in the popular series. The movies do such a great job of depicting the prehistoric beasts that roamed…
There’s a reason “Inspirational Quotes” is one of Pinterest’s most popular categories. For every sentiment, it seems there’s someone who has already put it perfectly to words. Once you soak up all the inspiration from this roundup of our favorite travel quotes, feel free to keep them in your back…