Category: About Alaska

Must-see architecture for your next Alaska vacation

Anyone who is planning the ultimate Alaska vacation is surely paying attention to the state’s unique natural beauty, but that’s not all there is to see. An entire itinerary could be dedicated to a tour of Alaska’s architectural highlights, and some of...

Awards season in Alaska

Awards season is upon us and we can’t wait to see who’s taking home the big awards this year. As we fill out our Oscars prediction ballots and reflect on our favorite films of the past year, we’re...

Which Alaska community best suits your personality?

Planning a trip to the Last Frontier but not sure where to go? Take our quiz to find out where you belong in the 49th state!

It’s Friday night – what’s on your schedule for the evening?
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Alaska books to complete your 49th state packing list

Alaska is one of the newer states in the nation, but it’s rich with history and stories to tell. Here are a few books by authors who have lived in Alaska, must-reads for your Alaska vacation or even back home when you’re...

Preserving your Alaska summer bounty

You spent the summer hunting for mushrooms, fishing for salmon and harvesting berries from all over Alaska. But winter is just around the corner, so now what? Alaskans have a few tricks up their sleeves for at-home preservation and keeping their food...

Summer roundup: best decks and porches in the Last Frontier

There’s just something about enjoying a meal or beer al fresco; it screams summer. Whether it’s in your backyard, on a mountaintop after an afternoon hike or out at the lake, frosty beverages and/or snacks plus sunshine and fresh air always equal...

10 facts about the Alaskan malamute, the state’s official dog

The Alaskan malamute became the Alaska state dog in 2010 after a group of school kids championed the effort through the Alaska Legislature as part of a class project. We think it’s a pretty fitting choice. Here are a few things you...

They’re off! What to watch for in the 2017 Iditarod

The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race has officially kicked off in Fairbanks, Alaska. A total of 71 teams are now on their way across nearly 1,000 miles of rugged Alaska terrain, racing to be the first to Nome. An exciting race is...

A Love Letter to Denali National Park

Dear Denali,

We’ve certainly never been coy about our affection for you, but love is in the air this spring, and, along with your centennial birthday this year, we couldn’t fight the urge to set pen to paper and finally profess our...

License plates of the 49th state

Cars in Alaska have been sporting license plates since 1921. In that nearly century-long span of time, there have been many different versions, slogans and art to adorn the front and backs of our motor vehicles. Some have been hits...