Traveling north from Anchorage on Parks Highway, heading to Wasilla or Denali National Park, at about Mile 25, you will see an exit to Thunderbird Falls. Thuderbird Falls and Eklutna Lake are very popular spots for locals on a beautiful day. Whether you want to hike about, bike, fish or just paddle along, this is the perfect getaway for a whole family. Continue reading
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Alaska Cruises Reviews
All cruise lines are very similar in that you are on a ship going from point a – to point b. The staterooms have bathrooms and beds and generally sleep 2 to 4 guests. Alaska Cruises have many activities and signature events such as Movies under the stars for Princess, to the DreamWorks Experience on Royal Caribbean. From that point on, the feel of the ship, and the ports of call become the deciding factors in choosing a cruise line. Here is a comparison of Cruise Lines that offer various Continue reading
Best Bear Viewing Adventure Tours In Alaska
Let’s face it, almost all visitors to Alaska want to see wildlife, and most of all bears. Bears can be pretty elusive; if you live in a more populated area of Alaska, you may not see a bear for years. You’ll always see plenty of moose – practically outside your doorstep, but bears are a little harder to find. To see bears in Alaska, you need to Continue reading
Great Food in The Matanuska-Susitna Valley!
Finding great food is a big part of any Vacation, and that’s no exception in Alaska! Consider stopping by the Matanuska-Susitna Valley on your Alaska Vacation, and explore some of the local fare! There are a couple of ways to get to the Mat-Su Valley, from Anchorage. One way is to take the Alaska Railroad Train from Anchorage to Wasilla, or you simply rent a car in Anchorage, and make the drive. A great place to Continue reading
Experience Kantishna – Jewel of Denali National Park
Kantishna is located in one of the top tourist destinations in Alaska, and probably in all of America, Denali National Park. Often referred to as a town at “The End of the Road” or at “The Heart of Denali National Park”, Kantishna lies at the end of the 92-mile restricted Denali Park Road. At the turn of the 20th century, The Alaska Gold Rush brought thousands of prospectors to the Kantishna Hills. It was in these Continue reading