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…
Welcome to the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, or “The Mat-Su” 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…
Plus a few more that require a boat, train or helicopter Glaciers are often high on the list of things people want to see during a visit to Alaska. The good news is, wherever you are in Alaska, you probably will see a glacier. There are about 27,000 glaciers in Alaska but only a third…
Alaska is the perfect place for outdoor-loving families. Wasilla and Palmer are located in the middle of it all and make a great jumping off spot for exploring Southcentral Alaska. The area’s lakes, rivers and hills provide plenty of opportunities for family-friendly hikes through the gorgeous Alaska landscape. From a raised boardwalk to a surprise…
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,…
Discover the unique flavors and stories of Palmer’s craft beer community on the beer trail. Walk the 1.8 miles from Palmer Brewing Company to Matanuska Brewing Company, stopping at Palmer Alehouse and Bleeding Heart Brewery on the way.
So many questions come to mind when planning a trip to Alaska. Planning a trip to Alaska is a big task. Whether you’re looking to explore the great outdoors, discover the local culture, or simply unwind in a beautiful setting, these questions will help you plan your trip, stay safe, and enjoy all that Alaska…
The best way to explore Southcentral Alaska is to rent a car or RV and head out on your own. These 12 towns are easy to get to and offer loads of outdoor adventure and Alaska-style fun. We’ll suggest a few things to do in each town and let you know our favorite thing to…
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…
