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…
We are sending all the moms out there lots of love on their special day! Celebrate Mother’s Day with our roundup of adorable Alaska (wildlife) moms and babies. Can you name this animal? This one can be tough to identify without the antlers – we bet you’d be able…
Aries – Catch your limit Aries, you surly love adventure and adrenaline. There is nothing quite like the rush that comes from yelling “fish on!” when you have a salmon on the line. Get out on the river and catch your limit! Salmon isn’t the only fishing you can…
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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…
Boasting 30 different mountain ranges and 17 of the 20 highest peaks in the United States, Alaska is a place with plenty of options for mountain lovers to explore. We get it, Denali is North America’s tallest mountain (and definitely deserving of all the attention!), but here are a few…
Are you ready for a weekend retreat with your girls? You’re in luck! Alaska is the perfect place to travel with your girlfriends, sisters, mothers and daughters. Leave the planning to the pros and find comfort, relaxation and more with a stay at one of the many Princess Lodges. Here…
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Alaska produces a bounty of blueberries every year, and right now they are ripe for the picking. One of the best ways to really experience a place while you’re on vacation is to eat fresh and local whenever you can! Many Alaska restaurants will feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients in…
June 18 is National Fishing Day and there are plenty of opportunities to observe the holiday at Princess Alaska Lodges. If you want to reel in a big one during your stay, we’ve got all the tips and tricks to make sure you go home with fish for your freezer.
Travelers to Denali will have a new dining option this summer. Visit Fannie Q’s Saloon for a bite to eat during your Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge adventure. The restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving locally inspired dishes with indoor and…
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There is nothing quite like an Alaska summer – especially when you plan to spend some time at one of the Princess Lodges. We are so excited to be open for the season and already have a full list of experiences for our guests this summer. Add these activities to…