How to Visit Chicken, Alaska: A Handy Guide
When it comes to exploring Alaska, I like to think that everywhere has something quirky, unique, and worth visiting. From the bigger cities that some might spurn – but which are home to some of the best attractions and experiences – to the smaller towns with the interesting ways they've come to adapt to life in The Last Frontier: all of Alaska is interesting to me, and worth visiting once (at least!)...
Alaska in October: A Guide for Visiting in Late Autumn
Ah, October. After the busy summer and autumn seasons in Alaska, October is the month when you can really start to feel the local's experience of The Last Frontier. Gone are the majority of visitors; gone are the majority (but not all) cruise ships. The days rapidly become shorter and the nights longer and the temperatures steadily drop...
7 Great Things to Do Near Glacier National Park
Ask anyone who's been: there's nowhere on earth like Glacier National Park in Montana. Towering Rocky Mountains have been carved over millions of years by the powerful forces of ice and water; today, the vistas along Going-to-the-Sun Road and in the Many Glacier and Two Medicine areas look as much like the paintings of the American Masters as the real here-and-now we're lucky to live in...
Glacier National Park Reservations: Demystifying How to Visit in 2023
Located in the heart of the universally impressive Rocky Mountains, Glacier National Park is also called the Crown of the Continent – high praise that's well deserved, if you've ever been fortunate to visit. If you're reading this post though, I'm guessing you haven't visited Glacier National Park... instead, you're planning your first trip, and have discovered that it's like, really confusing to figure out when, where, and how to visit Glacier National Park...
Where to Stay in Ketchikan: 5 Great Hotels in Alaska’s “First City”
Situated in the heart of the Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan is a treasure trove of raw, untamed beauty. It's a place where crystal-clear waters meet the vast forest wilderness, offering a gateway to the majestic landscapes of the Last Frontier and the best that Southeast Alaska has to offer...
17 Things to Do in Seward, Alaska, Gateway to Kenai Fjords
Located on the Kenai Peninsula south of Anchorage, Seward is a popular 1-2 day trip for visitors on their first trip to Alaska. Whether it's somewhere you plan to explore before (or after) stepping on (or off) your cruise ship, or you're planning to drive or ride the Alaska Railroad to Seward, this small community has a lot to offer...
Alaska in September: A Complete Guide to Visiting in Autumn
Crisp mornings where you can see your breath. Cold sunlight on golden leaves. The chance to spot the aurora dancing in the sky... September is a great month to visit Alaska – especially when you know how to prepare and make the most of it...
When is the Best Time to Visit Alaska? Here’s the Answer
When should you visit Alaska? Here's the best time to visit Alaska – including the best month – and when to see the aurora, cruise, and travel on a budget.
The 4th of July in Alaska: Independence Day Across The Last Frontier
As the midnight sun illuminates the Alaskan sky, a unique aura of celebration comes alive in the Last Frontier. There's no place quite like Alaska to celebrate America's Independence Day, where 4th of July festivities take on a character that's as wild, sprawling, and awe-inspiring as the state itself...
