The road beckons. With so many wonderful sights in Anchorage, getting behind the wheel in Alaska can be a rewarding experience in itself. Here’s a roundup of popular driving tours in and around Anchorage. Pick a favorite, or add them all to cover more of the city and its sights. Each is easy to do…
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Alaska is a big state filled with plenty of pint-sized adventures. Family travel in Anchorage packs all-ages excitement and keeps both kids and parents happy. Kid-friendly Museums and Attractions Shake up your understanding of Alaska science with the Anchorage Museum’s Discovery Center. Create…
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Rafting in Anchorage is a perfect way to spend a summer day. Alaska’s best rafting is close to town, with lazy glacial lakes and rivers and rushing mountain streams. Choose from relaxing, scenic floats or longer, wilder rides with rapids. Find a rafting guide and spend a few hours afloat, or book a…
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Harriman? Eklutna? If you're visiting Alaska, names like Denali are familiar (as they should be). Alaskans know these five hidden spots near Anchorage well. You may not know them now, but you ought to! Their names are unfamiliar, but the sights are unforgettable. Harriman Fjord With more than a…
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Anchorage puts savory surprises and sweet treats on the menu, and the featured ingredients tell the story of Anchorage through the shared language of food. You’ll find these specialties served up at local restaurants from fancy white-linen dining rooms to sun-soaked decks. Anchorage’s multinational…
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Viewing Alaska wildlife is as easy as it is unforgettable. Anchorage’s bears, moose, eagles and whales are never far from view. Knowing their hangouts can improve your odds for spotting them. Whether furry, feathered or finned, plenty of species run wild nearby. Here are some favorite hot spots…
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It seems like swapping news about restaurant openings is a local pastime. In the last few years, there has been a flurry of openings all over town, and a lot of well-deserved buzz about the newcomers. But what happens after the initial wave of patrons? What keeps a restaurant going after the…
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