The Iditarod is the best-known race of Alaska’s official state sport, but there are dozens of dog races that take place during Alaska winters. Once a basic form of transportation, this popular activity has evolved into a recreational and competitive activity for both residents and tourists. Here’s more about how dog mushing became Alaska’s favorite…
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As the holiday season draws to a close and we pack up our boughs of holly, we’d like to take a moment to reminisce about some of our favorite seasonal traditions in the Last Frontier. Whether indoors or outdoors, artistic or athletic, we can never get enough of the holiday season in Alaska and the…
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The holidays are here and that means it’s time to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones! Are you shopping for someone who has everything? This year, don’t give them something that will get shoved to the back of the closet- give them the experience of a weekend getaway! With Westmark’s featured holiday special,…
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With Christmas quickly approaching, it’s time to think long and hard about your holiday wishes, compose a letter to Santa and send it off to the North Pole in hopes that he will read it before the big day. You may not know this, but North Pole is a real town in Alaska and home…
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During the chilly and dark months of winter, Alaskans like to get a little creative with their drinks. Here are some of our favorite seasonal drinks, each with a special twist from the Last Frontier. Westmark feature: Hot Peppermint Patty – A favorite at Westmark hotels, this sweet, seasonal beverage is the perfect nightcap on…
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No need to leave the kids at home for a trip to Fairbanks. Not only will it be memorable for the Alaska beauty and wildlife, but for the great activities that are designed for families visiting the state’s second-largest city. Fairbanks has plenty of activities that will make for favorite family travel memories for years…
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The best way to learn about a place, aside from actually going there, is to learn from people who live there. Thanks to the Internet and the rise of blog culture, this is easier than ever. If you want to get a feel for Alaska before you visit, such as finding the best restaurants, local…
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Nothing says summer like the Fourth of July, and this year Alaska is having one heck of a summer. With seriously warm temperatures, round-the-clock sunlight and endless activities there might not be a better place on earth to celebrate Independence Day. In Alaska’s biggest city, you’d have trouble finding a way to not celebrate the…
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Spooky stories from the Last Frontier Some visit Alaska in hopes of finding glaciers, mountains and wildlife. Others are looking for something a little more off the beaten path, and some might even be seeking out the supernatural. Whether you’re planning a ghost tour of the 49th state or are just a little curious, here…
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Alaska has a lot to offer travelers of all types, from the rugged mountain man to the animal obsessed youngster. Stunning landscapes, adrenaline-pumping adventures, abundant wildlife, and fascinating cultural experiences await its visitors. But with so many unique activities to choose from, it can be hard to find balanced activities that everyone will enjoy. We’ve…
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