Fairbanks is located in the heart of Interior Alaska and is the second-largest city in the state. It is considered the coldest city in the region, with an average winter temperature of around minus 11 degrees. Luckily, even with low temperatures, there are still plenty of activities to do all winter long. Bundle up and…
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The classic advice holds true: Layer, layer, layer. You may have ignored your mom when she told you to bring an extra sweater and wear a hat, but up here it is essential to have the right outerwear for a visit. Here are some packing tips on what to bring to Alaska to prepare…
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Whatever mode of transportation you use to get to Alaska, you probably won’t have unlimited space for luggage. But you don’t have to let packing limits dictate what adventures you choose! Use this guide to narrow down what you should bring and what you can rent in the 49th state. To buy and pack: Whether…
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The greatest challenge in planning a trip to Alaska is narrowing down your options. It’s not the worst job, mind you, but given the state’s vastness it can be daunting. To give you a hand, here’s a list of some of our favorites so you can determine the best place to vacation in Alaska. 1.…
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It’s no surprise that a city renowned for its natural beauty is full of free entertainment. But it’s not all about the great outdoors. Check out the wide variety of free and fun things to do in Fairbanks, Alaska, in the summer – many of which are near the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel. Arts & Entertainment…
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Alaska has some of the world’s largest vegetables. The Alaska State Fair hosts several large vegetable competitions including largest cabbage and pumpkin. We’re talking world record breakers. For people not familiar with the state, that may come as a surprise. “I thought Alaska was always snowy,” is one we hear a lot. While it is…
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If you want to share your wanderlust for Alaska with the children in your life, look no further than this compilation of some of our favorite Alaska-themed children’s books. You can share your dreams of traveling to Alaska with your children by introducing them to the state with this collection. Or maybe you and your…
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Alaskans go for months during the summer without really seeing a true night sky, which means no stargazing or potential to see the northern lights. Now that colder months are here and the night sky is back, here are some of our favorite places to go stargazing. Southcentral Flattop Mountain — Visitors and locals…
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Get in the spirit of giving this holiday season! Check out these local Alaska organizations where you can volunteer or give back this year. Bean’s Café exists to fight hunger in all ages, and there are plenty of opportunities for people to give back to the community and volunteer during the holidays. Year-round, Bean’s Café…
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The great state of Alaska is crawling with wildlife. Each clue below describes one of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife species. See how many animals you can guess based on the clues below. Play against your friends to see who gets the most right! Answers are listed at the bottom of the page. 1. I spy…
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