12 fun facts that will drive you to visit Alaska’s national parks

Alaska is home to a number of national parks, some of the most (and least) visited in the United States. At Alaska’s most popular national park, visitors come from all over the world to see North America’s tallest peak, Denali. Here are...

Alaska Weather and Seasons

Your guide to weather in Alaska and finding the best time to visit

Despite what you may have heard, Alaska experiences all four seasons. And Alaska summers can be warm! Summer runs from May to August and while that may seem short,...

Strange and Rare Fish Found in Alaska Waters

When you head out on an Alaska fishing charter, you always know what you’re hoping to catch (most likely salmon or halibut). But with more than 500 different species swimming in Alaska waters, there is always a chance that something unexpected will...

Alaska podcasts for your road trip

There are enough sights and stops to keep any Alaska drive exciting, but if you’d like to tune into a podcast when you hit the road on your Gray Line Alaska Self-Drive Tour, get an authentic dose with these made-in-Alaska podcasts....

Best beers to sample on your Alaska tour

In honor of National Beer Day earlier this month, we’ve rounded up some of the best brews in the 49th state. Here are some favorite beers you might pass by on your Gray Line tour. Stop in for a swig!

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4 Common Myths About Alaska

Although Alaska is a widely popular tourist destination, people who haven’t had the privilege of visiting yet are often fooled by some of the misconceptions that surround the 49th state. Don’t be tricked this April Fools’ Day! Here are a few things...

Your Ultimate Guide to the Hurricane Gulch Bridge

If you’re planning to hop aboard a Gray Line Alaska rail tour between Anchorage and Denali National Park, prepare yourself to cross the jaw-dropping Hurricane Gulch Bridge, which rises 296 feet above Hurricane Creek. The bridge is a marvel of engineering. As...

History of Transportation in Alaska

How to get around is not something people often stress about these days, as roads and other transportation systems have become so reliable. In Alaska, more than other places however, it hasn’t always been (and sometimes still isn’t) quite as easy as...

5 Beautiful Waterfalls Near Anchorage

Snow, mountains and wildlife – the usual Alaska sights. While we agree those are all spectacular, there is another sight that’s bound to take your breath away in Alaska: waterfalls! Whether you’re Alaska-born or planning a trip to the 49th state for...

A winter wonderland of Alaska wildlife

Alaska is home to hundreds of different wildlife species. Whether you’re a local or a world traveler, a glimpse of a wild animal in its natural habitat never gets old.

With clearer vegetation, winter is a prime time for spotting wildlife. So,...