Pros: Beautiful scenic spots, nature in all it's glory Cons: Cold and can be rainy
I have been reading all the fine reviews that have been posted as part of Klugers write-off in honor of his wife Ahlstromomy, who has been coping with health issues and will be undergoing surgery in the near future. .She loves nature so the reviews...
Pros: Some great scenery, a few neat towns Cons: Cruise ships, some over-touristed areas, weather, over-hyped in general
16 276 kilometers (10 091 miles), 64 days, C$4693, and a whole hell of a lot of rain. Even with all that, I barely scraped the surface of what Alaska has to offer, but I can't honestly say I have a booming desire to return and dig deeper. Like those that ...
Pros: Beauty of area Cons: Tour was a bit overpriced
This is my second editorial about our recent Alaskan cruise. We sailed on the Sky Princess (see previous review) and visited Skagway on the way back from the Hubbard Glacier.
History of Skagway: Founded in 1888, Skagway's White Pass...
Pros: Rich with Indian history Cons: Not for children
Visiting Ketchikan and Totem Bight as a shore excursion on our recent cruise was a delightful departure from the real world for us. The rich Indian heritage abounds and is evident by the world's largest collection of totem poles.
Why would anyone choose to live in Fairbanks, Alaska?
The first pioneers came in 1902, lured by gold. A later boom brought others to build the Alaska oil pipeline. The Army and Air Force brought many, and they either married and stayed...
Pros: Beautiful scenery, friendly people, great fishing, and very relaxing! Cons: It would've been nice to actually catch a King Salmon myself!
A few years ago some friends and I went on a short fishing trip in Alaska in late May. Out of all the trips that I have taken in my life so far......that was definitely one of the most relaxing ones that I have ever been on.
Ask any park ranger in Alaska and he will probably know the answer: about 100,000! Sure, and how do they know this? Apparently some VERY dedicated researchers took it upon themselves to figure it out. Yep, you guessed it, what goes in must come out, and...
If you're lucky enough to be in Alaska when the salmon are running, you're in for a treat. Having spent their adult lives at sea, salmon return to their birthplace to spawn and then die. This means traveling hundreds of miles, overcoming endless...
Pros: Rugged mountain views, wildlife, salmon, glaciers, and English is spoken! Cons: Overcast or rainy days
Having always been enchanted with mountains and seashores, we felt the cruise up the inside passage of Alaska seemed the perfect fit. This completed my visiting all 50 states in my 66 years.
Our ship, the Zaandam of Holland America's fleet,...
Pros: beautiful, peaceful, rugged and massive Cons: bumpy roads, but we don't have to worry about them in this opinion.
It is June 21, the First Day of Summer. It also happens to be the longest day (as in day v. night) of the year, which is a pretty major event for us here in Alaska. Almost to religious proportions. After all, just days ago we...
Pros: Incredible Scenery, A real frontier atmosphere, bears, bears, and more bears! Cons: Rain, rain, and more rain.
When most people think of Alaska, they tend to think of Denali, Anchorage, Fairbanks, the Kenai Peninsula, Glacier Bay, etc. All phenomenal places, but definitely on the beaten path. If you're looking for a more hidden Alaska, head for the tiny town of...
Pros: Relaxing, yet thrilling; a chance to catch one of the tastiest fish around Cons: Not for PETA members or the squeamish
One of the most memorable experiences of my recent trip to Alaska (albeit one I don’t necessarily want to repeat) was our king salmon fishing trip. The salmon run only during June and July and fishing for kings is tightly regulated; you can only keep one...
Pros: Not a Tourist Trap, Lots of Great Fishing! Cons: Expensive (Hey, It's Alaska)!
How many people can say they've had the pleasure of visiting the majestic state of Alaska? I never thought I'd get there, so on a whim one day, I took a job that would allow me the luxury of two full weeks in scenic Kodiak Island. I was alone,...
Pros: The place to go for wildlife and nature viewing during the summer. Cons: Requires serious planning unless you sign up for a guided tour.
INTRO Let's face it...traveling with teens anywhere is a supreme challenge. This review tells how we survived a trip to Alaska with our two teen sons. The key is to plan in January your summer itinerary. It also helps if you or a close friend have lived ...
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