Things can really heat up in Anchorage when the mood is set. Alaska offers many adventures to share with the one you love from adrenalin arousing to cozy quiet. If you need an excuse to snuggle, a horse-drawn carriage ride, spooky ghost walk or other guided Anchorage sightseeing tour, tram ride with a view of seven glaciers or scenic trolley ride all offer the opportunity. Each activity creates the special moment for you to draw your loved-one in close.
If flirting with adventure fits the bill: the cold splash and noisy rush of whitewater rafting or a sunny day speeding down world-class slopes will heighten the senses.
The couple that plays together should pamper together. Book a table for two and enjoy a couples’ spa massage for yourself and your playmate. The luxurious surroundings will set the tone for a relaxing evening alone or recharge your batteries before you dance the night away.
Local fare is a feast for the eyes as well as the palette. Stunningly plated dishes taste as good as they look, all served in front of a backdrop of spectacular scenery. A wide variety of styles, price points, and flavors guarantees you’ll never get bored dining out in Anchorage.
An arm-in-arm stroll is the epitome of romance. Gaze on a pair of swans paddle in the glimmering water during a sunset stroll on the Potter Marsh boardwalk, where the union of fresh and salt water creates a fertile oasis for plants, fish and birds. Or, meander the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and admire the view of Cook Inlet while recounting legend of the Sleeping Lady who waits for her lover to return for your impressed sweetie.
Après stroll, a seductive smile across a candlelit glass of wine can be shared at one of the many restaurants and pubs or more intimately in your romantically appointed hotel room. Many local restaurants boast extensive wine cellars with knowledgeable staff who will select the perfect vintage or shop for yourself at a local wine boutique.
When chocolate is required, a cup of hot cocoa infused with red pepper is guaranteed to spice up the mood. Local restaurants and coffee shops serve handcrafted truffles and desserts that provide just the nibble for which you’re looking.
