10 Fun Facts about Alaska

Most visitors to Alaska come hoping to see amazing scenery and lots of wildlife. But like most places, there are some iconic foods that Alaska is famous for and that you must try during your visit to Alaska. From Alaska street food to Alaska seafood, there is something to satisfy every palate. In this post,…
It’s a pretty safe bet that Alaska is not on your top three Spring Break destinations list. But maybe it should be. While you won’t be sunning on a beach, there are plenty of reasons to head north during Spring Break. Because most Alaskan cruises don’t start running their Alaska schedules until May, I am…
Welcome to the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, or “Mat-Su Valley” as the locals call it! Located in the southcentral region of Alaska – north of Anchorage and south of Fairbanks – this area is filled with natural beauty and adventure. We live in and run several businesses in the Mat-Su Valley and we’re excited to share with…
You’ve booked your whale watching cruise and your Denali bus ride. Now, throw the guide book away and discover the Alaska that the locals know and love. Living like a local isn’t just about where you go and what you do. It’s about how you experience it. Here are ten tips that will help you…
Dreaming of an Alaska adventure but feeling overwhelmed by where to start? We’ve got you covered! From insider tips to helpful planning tools, these six resources will take the stress out of travel planning and help you make the most of your time in Alaska. When I first started exploring Alaska, I relied on guidebooks…
Moose eat up to 70 pounds of plants every day Moose eat a variety of plants including woody plants, shrubs, bark, and water plants. They need almost 10,000 calories each day. In the summertime, moose eat up to 70 pounds of plants every day. During the winter, they eat about 30 pounds each day. During…