Reasons To Visit Alaska
Alaska, the USA’s largest state, has to be some of the best bear watching territory anywhere in the world. Black and brown bears (sometimes known as grizzly bears) can be found, when they want to be, nearly everywhere in the state.
Alaska offers some truly spectacular cruising opportunities on a wide variety of ships. Some of the country’s most awe-inspiring scenery lies around its magnificent coastline; places such as Glacier Bay, Admiralty Island and Tracy Arm.
Famous for its salmon, fishing is a popular pastime in Alaska and there are many places in which to partake in the sport. If you are in Homer don’t miss the opportunity to land a prize-winning halibut in this self-proclaimed Halibut Fishing Capital of the World!
Along the coast of Alaska, some of North America’s highest mountains feed more than half the world’s glaciers, an epic sight as they carve icebergs into chill waters. Expedition cruises operate in these waters using zodiacs to discover breathtaking coastlines and a plethora of wildlife.
Home to magnificent glaciers, endless tundra and pristine fjords, as well as being the home of North America’s highest mountain, Mount Mckinley, Alaska’s scenery rivals that of New Zealand, except everything can be seen here on a larger scale.
In a state where moose outnumber humans, it’s no wonder Alaska is considered one of the world’s last true wildernesses. Here you can find entire ecosystems still intact and vast areas of land untouched by human hands.
One Alaskan animal you are likely to see a lot of are the delightful sea otters. These enchanting animals spend most of their lives floating on their backs, furry faces and paws in the air.
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With the Chugach Mountains as a backdrop, Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska. There are some excellent museums and shopping opportunities here.
The Copper Whale Inn bed & breakfast is located in the heart of historic Anchorage, convenient to the city's restaurants, galleries, museums and attractions. The West End location offers...
Winterlake Lodge lies 198 miles north-west of Anchorage along Alaska's historic Iditarod Trail. Activities include hiking the Iditarod Trail, swimming in the lake and kayaking or canoeing.
The Captain Cook Hotel is one of Anchorage’s most luxurious properties and is situated in the bustling heart of the city. This award-winning hotel has a total of 547 rooms and suites, many...
Situated in the heart of downtown Anchorage, this hotel was built in 1916 when the city was in its infancy: now it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the most...
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