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Guide to Experiencing Alaska’s Fall Colors

In Alaska, autumn is (somewhat unfairly) referred to as a shoulder season. But there’s nothing second-rate about Alaska in the fall. As the rush of summer visitors settles, the pace begins to slow down and a noticeable calm sets in. The car...

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12 Best Alaska Beers

From Spruce Tip Blonde Ale by Skagway Brewing Co. to Pararescue 212 Porter by Odd Man Rush Brewery, Alaska has a wealth of craft brews to offer. With more than 50 breweries, distilleries, meaderies and cideries in Alaska, there are...

19 Parks Highway Highlights

The Parks Highway in Alaska was completed in 1971 and named for former territorial governor George Alexander Parks in 1975. Also called Highway 3, the Parks Highway stretches 362 miles through gorgeous Alaska scenery and offers the best access to Denali National...

10 Things to Do in Talkeetna

Alaska has more than its fair share of small, eclectic towns. However, Talkeetna, roughly a two-hour drive north of Anchorage (and a stop on many Gray Line Alaska tours), delivers something more. There is a rural yet worldly vibe to this community...

17 Best Books Set in Alaska

Alaska books offer readers not only a glimpse into the northernmost state in the U.S., but they are an excellent way to learn more about the culture and history of the area you travel through. If you loved Eowyn Ivey’s The Snow...

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Visiting Alaska in the Winter

Alaska is every bit as beautiful in the winter as it is cold. But don’t let the frozen ground stop you from enjoying the winter wonderland as stunning views and adventure are still possible. If you’re ready to experience Alaska in the...

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