Category: About Alaska

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...

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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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...