This photo is used under a Creative Commons license by Gerald Seng The past is alive and well in Dawson City. The Gold Rush boomtown is hands-on history. Modern day adventures seekers can retrace the steps of the hopeful who came to this region in the late 1890’s in search of fortune. Your experience will…
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This photo is used under a Creative Commons license by Zanastardust. He is the subject of many stories; we give gifts in his name and we have all seen countless movies featuring everyone’s favorite red-cheeked do-gooder and his herd of flying reindeer. We even make our children promise to behave or else he will skip…
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This photo is used under a Creative Commons license by ab.photo. For skiers and snowboarders of all levels, Alaska is a powder-packed paradise. Unfortunately, unless you are a backcountry skier, the costs associated with buying a lift ticket, renting gear and coordinating lodging can really add up. The Westmark Anchorage is ideally located in the…
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The Westmark Fairbanks hotel is home to Red Lantern Steak & Spirits, serving upscale American comfort food. The menu is constructed with a conscious effort made to serve as much Alaska-grown food as possible. WARNING: just reading the descriptions of the following menu items may cause extreme mouth-watering and a grumbling stomach. Whether you’re more of…
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The locals will tell you that one of the most important things to know before making your journey to the Great North is to be prepared for varied, and possibly inclement, weather in any season. Most concur that the best way to do this is dressing in layers. Taking off outer layers is simple,…
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Family vacations are a wonderful way to create lasting memories (and photos) for everyone. What makes a trip with children especially successful is making sure to keep their interests in mind when planning your itinerary. That’s why we’ve pulled together a cheat sheet of fun things to do with kids in Anchorage. 1. Take a…
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Congratulations! You’re engaged and preparing to embark on a lifetime journey with your fiancé. This is one of the most exciting times in a couple’s life, but planning a wedding can often be a daunting task. After walking down the aisle, exchanging vows and cutting the cake, you’re officially married! That’s when it’s time to…
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Evening fishing trip in Alaska Alaska salmon is world-famous for delighting the palates of foodies around the world. Whether it’s served up formally by a master chef or prepared on a home barbecue with a dash of cooking sherry and lemon, salmon is as delicious as it is nutritious. But eating salmon is only half…
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If you’re planning a trip to Alaska from outside of the US, there are a few issues you’ll need to consider, and the sooner the better. If you take some time to plan things out in advance, you’ll be able to step off the plane with confidence, ready to enjoy a fun and productive visit.…
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The problem with planning a top-notch family vacation in Alaska is that it often requires more time than most parents have to spare. Lounging on the beach with your feet up and a good book in hand may seem like the ideal vacation for kicking off spring, but if you have kids, they may disagree.…
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