Travel Stories

Alaska

- national parks
- activities
These top summer itineraries for Alaska take you to the edge of the map
8 min read • Jun 6, 2022
In a state where the journey is as absorbing as the destination, any trip is an adventure. Try our guide to Alaska's best itineraries by land, air and sea.
- cruise
- activities
Alaska's best things to do on your next trip
7 min read • Dec 24, 2021
Alaska offers countless experiences and adventures, like Denali National Park and the northern lights, so we've narrowed the list of activities for you.
- beaches
- activities
Alaska's best beaches for bears, bald eagles and natural beauty
9 min read • Dec 8, 2021
Bereft of sun-loungers, Alaska redefines the traditional image of a beach. Here are the best beaches in Alaska for getting active, seeing wildlife and more.
- destination practicalities
- tips and advice
Everything you need to know before traveling to Alaska
7 min read • Dec 6, 2021
Alaska is bigger, colder and more remote than any other state in the US. Here are the key things you need to know to stay safe in the Last Frontier state.
- activities
- camping
Seeing Alaska on a budget is possible - here's how to do it
7 min read • Oct 21, 2021
Let’s be honest. Alaska isn’t the US’s most economical destination. But with some creative planning and an ability to trade luxury for a grittier…
- wildlife and nature
- activities
The best places to go in Alaska: explore this stunning wilderness
8 min read • Oct 7, 2021
From wildlife watching spots to glacier hiking, these are the best places to visit in Alaska. A visual treat awaits you!
- hiking
- activities
Find your footing in the Last Frontier with these top hikes in Alaska
11 min read • Sep 24, 2021
If you are craving a hike in Alaska and aren't sure where to start, here are our fourteen favorites.
- activities
- national parks
Explore Alaska on the the cheap with these 10 epic experiences
7 min read • Sep 17, 2021
A state known as much for its high prices as its epic experiences, Alaska doesn't have to break the budget. Here's how to visit on the cheap.
- festivals and events
- art and culture
When is the best time to go to Alaska?
5 min read • May 20, 2021
In Alaska you’ll rarely encounter crowds, but costs can be high, and the weather can deliver an uncomfortable shiver even in spring and fall. Here's when to…
- cruise
- activities
How to travel around Alaska
10 min read • Apr 21, 2021
From hitting the road in an RV to chartering planes to boarding cruise ships, there are plenty of options for navigating Alaska.
- national parks
- activities
Introducing Alaska’s national parks
6 min read • Apr 8, 2021
With more than half of the United States' national park lands by area, Alaska has plenty of wild, pristine landscapes to choose from. Here’s a rundown on…
- air travel
- destination practicalities
5 places in the USA where you can try your hand at flying
5 min read • Jan 6, 2021
Ever wanted to soar above the clouds? Practice a barrel roll? These top US spots are perfect for trying your hand at piloting a plane.
- wildlife and nature
- activities
The 12 best secluded cabins to rent on the West Coast
6 min read • Oct 26, 2020
Between the iconic California shoreline and the old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest, America’s left coast is home to an array of diverse ecosystems,…
- wildlife and nature
- activities
How to photograph the northern lights
7 min read • Sep 23, 2020
Capturing the aurora borealis on camera isn't easy. Photographer Robert Annis shares his tips for getting a good photo.
- cruise
- activities
Why Alaska's stunning coast is best seen by ferry
14 min read • Jun 12, 2020
Travel writer Carson Vaughan takes a cruise up the Inside Passage on the Alaska Marine Highway System.
- history
- art and culture
Under the Radar USA: Fairbanks is Alaska’s Golden Heart
4 min read • Dec 10, 2019
Fairbanks is more than Northern Lights and Midnight Sun. Experience culture, museums, wildlife, hot springs, and national parks in Alaska's interior.
- sustainable travel
- connections
'Bears at 10 o’clock': keeping your nerve with 10,000 brown bears in Tongass National Forest
6 min read • Nov 14, 2019
Alaska's Tongass National Forest is North America’s largest woodland. To sense the scope of this land of 10,000 bears you must brave the wilderness.
- sports
- activities
5 Alaska adventures that offer a new perspective
6 min read • Nov 1, 2019
A slew of adventures, including heli-biking down an active volcano provide sweeping views from above, will give you a deep appreciation for the 49th state.
- history
- art and culture
How to spend two days in Anchorage, Alaska
4 min read • Oct 28, 2019
Follow this weekend itinerary to sample the best of what this northern frontier city – the largest in the vast state of Alaska – has to offer.
- cruise
- activities
Alternative ways to explore Alaska beyond mega cruise ships
5 min read • Sep 23, 2019
There’s a lot to love about big cruise liners but they aren’t right for everyone. Find out how to explore Alaska by small ship, train or self-drive tour.
- wildlife and nature
- activities
Alone with the river: the world's best places for fly fishing
4 min read • Sep 16, 2019
Few activities besides fly fishing offer quiet moments of solitude – that is, until the fish strikes. Here are some of the best places to hook into the…
- road trips
- destination practicalities
Chena hot springs is home base for the best of Alaska
4 min read • Jun 25, 2019
An Alaskan vacation brings to mind images of huge salmon, slow-moving glaciers, never ending mountain ranges, and – for those who’ve visited before –…