If you are like most Americans, you have never had the pleasure of visiting Alaska. You may have seen beautiful pictures of races across the snow with barking dogs against an ice laden landscape or bears catching salmon in the river, but you most likely have not seen the scenery up close and personal. One of my friends took a vacation to Alaska and she gave me a list of some must-sees that should not be missed when visiting Alaska. … Continue reading →
Perhaps you have heard about the latest cruise phenomenon. Everyone is talking about Alaska as the most exciting cruise destination in years. With its tremendous vistas, free roaming wildlife, unbelievable glaciers and rustic setting, it is no wonder Alaska is becoming such a popular cruise option. Perhaps you would like to experience Alaska aboard a ship but fear it is an adventure your wallet can’t afford. Never fear! Cheap Alaska cruises are available to those who know where to look … Continue reading →
This is Alaska: biking through rugged canyons; zipping through the rain forests on a harness hooked to a wire; dogsledding across frozen glaciers; wild-life spotting eagles, bears, moose, wolves and orca whales; fishing for salmon and Alaskan king crab; charging through the wilderness on the White Pass & Yukon Railroad; experiencing the raw power and beauty of nature. In Juneau, a classic Alaskan tour is the “Four Glaciers By Helicopter & Dog Sled Adventure.” On this once-in-a-lifetime expedition for lovers … Continue reading →
There are lots of ways to get from one state to the next, but it’s much more difficult to reach Alaska than many other locations. Most of the state is uninhabited, due to cold and a harsh environment, and the area can only be accessed via air or sea travel. However, there have been a lot of improvements over the years. The Alaska cruise line industry is booming. People are attracted by the beautiful, untouched scenery and majestic wildlife. If … Continue reading →
Basically, an Alaska cruise tour refers to the combination of an Alaska cruise vacation and an Alaska land vacation. Usually, this cruise tour ranges from 3 to 18 days to give the “cruiser” an opportunity to experience both the coastal and interior areas of Alaska, America’s last frontier. An Alaska cruise tour will give you an opportunity to explore the heart of the country including breathtaking sights to Mt. McKinley and the famed Denali National Park. Being a vacation package … Continue reading →
Are you thinking about taking your family on a Christmas vacation? While it’s been traditional to wait at home for Santa to arrive, a number of American families spend Christmas away from home each year. Christmas vacations are becoming more and more popular and you will likely find that there is a wide variety of fun holiday vacations available to you. What better place to visit during the holiday season than the North Pole – North Pole, New York that … Continue reading →
The sight of a huge, glimmering cruise liners easily making it trough the rise and fall of water in the high seas is dazzling. Cruise liners are the royalties of the sea travel with unparalleled comfort and opulence. Regardless of the posh offerings, there are adventures that only small crafts with small passengers can satisfy. If the desire is to feel nature up close and personal and not just to see it in an Alaska cruise, a small cruise boat … Continue reading →
Alaska has always been a source of awe and mystery and has some of the best skiing in the world. One of the finest resorts in the state is the Alyeska Resort with a top elevation of 2751 feet and a 2501 vertical drop. The area gets an average of 631 inches of snow annually. Even though this is some of the best skiing in the world, you won’t find the slopes overly crowded, and there are no long lift lines. There are nine lifts, including … Continue reading →
Cruise vacations have become a popular way to travel today, and there is a wide choice of itineraries and destinations for the avid cruiser. One of the places that have become quite popular to visit by ship is Alaska. With breathtaking scenery, ample wildlife and plenty of adventurous excursions, this destination has appealed to a wide variety of ages and tastes. However, knowing what to take on an Alaskan cruise can be a bit more complicated than packing for your … Continue reading →
