One of the questions I am asked the most is, “Can you see the northern lights in Alaska?”. The answer to that question is a resounding YES! You can see the northern lights in Alaska. And the best part is you can see quite a few other stunning sights when you are taking a family […]

The Aurora Borealis, or northern lights as they are more commonly called, are a prominent feature up north. There are only a few places where you can see these dancing lights in the nighttime sky. Alaska is one of those destinations. If you have been wanting to see the northern lights, a family vacation in […]

If you have been longing to experience the Northern Lights firsthand with your family, you will be thrilled to know you can see this phenomenon right here in North America. Yes, you read that right! You don’t need to travel thousands of miles to see these lights dance across the nighttime sky. Start reading to […]

It is hard to believe that my vacation in Alaska is almost over! From my time wandering around Anchorage to exploring Denali National Park and cruising down the Chena River. I have loved every minute of my Alaska vacation. After I stepped off the Riverboat Discovery, I was able to spend a little more time […]

An Alaska vacation is so much fun! I should know since I have taken a couple over the years. Most of my time in Alaska has been spent while cruising on small ships. My adventure this time had me spending more time on land. Taking land tours is exciting in Alaska. But I was so […]

From the moment I landed in Anchorage, my vacation in Alaska has been amazing. My first few hours in Alaska were spent in Anchorage. I went directly from the airport to my hotel. It was nice to relax for a couple hours after my flight. I didn’t stay in my room for too long though, […]

Alaska is known for its quirky festivals and celebrations. The creativity of the locals seems to bloom during the long winter months. I have discovered some events that range from unusual to downright odd. 7 Quirky Festivals and Celebrations in Alaska The Cordova Ice Worm Festival The Cordova Ice Worm Festival has been held in […]