We all love a royal wedding, and with the impending May 19 nuptials between Britain’s Prince Harry and America’s Meghan Markle, we can’t help but want a little bit of royalty in our own lives. Here are some of our favorite (easy) ways to treat yourself royally—Alaska-style! At the Westmark Anchorage, step onto one of…
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In our opinion, nobody really needs an excuse to visit Alaska. However, just in case you’re looking for one, we have a foolproof idea. When it comes time to send your child to college, look no further than the 49th state and you’ll have the best reason to plan trip after trip, guilt-free. In addition…
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Kiss me, I’m Alaskan! St. Patrick’s Day in the Last Frontier Despite being a few thousand miles from Ireland, Alaska has some tricks up its sleeve when it comes to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. No matter where you’re staying around the state, there’s sure to be a lively party of some kind. Here are some…
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Westmark Hotels completed some major renovations at its Westmark Anchorage Hotel, just in time for your 2018 travel plans. These renovations to the 14-floor hotel in the heart of downtown Anchorage reaffirm its place as one of the top properties in the city. Changes in the main lobby bring sophistication and warmth, providing guests with…
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Even when the Land of the Midnight Sun feels more like the Land of the Noon Moon, there are celebrations to be had! Across Alaska and the Yukon, residents are throwing parties all winter long and some of these are not to be missed. Every year since 1984, sled dogs have raced 1,000 miles from…
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Winter in Alaska can be long, but these cocktails make us feel warm and cozy even on the snowiest of days. While the weather outside is frightful, the drinks are always delightful! Tundra Spice First up, we have a Westmark classic available at the Westmark Fairbanks’ Red Lantern Steak & Spirits. Fireball Whiskey gives…
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Skiing down mountains and across charming landscape, snowflakes that stay on our nose and eyelashes, dancing auroras that fill the whole sky, these are a few of our favorite things! Winter in Alaska is almost officially here and there’s plenty of fun to be had. Alaskans don’t shut down just because it’s cold. In addition…
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Sometimes even the best itineraries end up with some extra time. Maybe it’s just an hour to spare, or perhaps an entire afternoon. Either way, don’t waste a second of your Alaska vacation! Turn your downtime into an adventure with these fun, last-minute ideas. Walk it out The best way to experience Alaska is often…
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Vacation is the time to get away from the stresses of everyday life and recharge the ol’ batteries. Then why do we sometimes get home from a trip feeling even more tired and worn out than when we left? Try these tips to turn your Alaska vacation into a true retreat and go home rejuvenated.…
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It’s summertime and the living sure is easy, especially when your time is spent enjoying an Alaska vacation. While a trip to the 49th state is sure to be full of adventure, it’s important to also make sure you give yourself some time to kick back. One of our favorite ways to do this is…
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