An Anchorage Getaway from the West Coast

There has never been a better time to visit Anchorage. With historically low airfares, frequent flights, and more ways to enjoy iconic Alaska than ever before, Anchorage is within easy (and often direct) reach from many U.S. airports. The scenic three-hour flight from Seattle means you could be…

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The Ultimate Alaska Itinerary

From a long weekend to a whole week’s worth of Alaska adventures, Anchorage is filled with wonderful experiences. As a self-guided road trip or the framework for a custom tour, this ultimate itinerary leads the way. Just start with day 1 and follow it for as many days as you have in Anchorage. Find…

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Top Culture and History Attractions in Anchorage

How do you wrap your head around such a huge place with 10,000 years of human history? Get a deep dive into Alaska culture and history at one of these Anchorage attractions. The Anchorage Museum is a world-class facility with a fascinating depiction of Alaska's history and art of the far north. Open…

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3 Ways to Explore Anchorage by Foot or Bike

By area, Anchorage is one of the largest cities in the United States, spanning over 1,900 square miles of mountain range, coastal plain, boreal forest, and bountiful bogland. Explore the area’s vibrant, varied environment with these three off-road routes, accessible to travelers of all speeds and…

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Anchorage Beer and What's Brewing in Alaska

With 18 breweries and counting in and around Anchorage and more than 40 statewide pouring in here, Anchorage is the place to be for Alaska beer. Ask a brewer, and they'll tell you "it's the water." Glacial water flows to all Anchorage taps. It is the best starting ingredient for brews from pilsners…

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9 Surprising Things About Anchorage, Alaska

Living in Alaska can inspire some tall tales, but reality can be just as remarkable as any fiction. Here are a few surprising yet delightful things about life in Anchorage, Alaska. The most famous local is a reindeer Anchorage’s reindeer resident is a star. In a cozy pen on the Delaney Park Strip…

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Anchorage Farmers Market Guide

Anchorage farmers markets have Alaska’s bounty from mid-May through September. Pick up fresh veggies, Alaska seafood straight from the docks, inventive local arts and crafts, and a bite from a food truck all in one stop. There are more than half a dozen farmers' markets in Anchorage. Anchorage…

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A Guide to Anchorage's First Friday Artwalk

Many Anchorage galleries, restaurants, cafes, and other shops feature the work of a different local artist on the first Friday of each month. Hosts stage special receptions on the evening of First Friday – typically from 5 to 8 p.m. – extending their hours, hosting performers or providing light…

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