Most people dream of a summer visit to Alaska. But if you want something a little different, come discover Southcentral Alaska in the fall months. Alaska transforms in the fall, and it’s honestly one of the best times to visit if you’re looking for a more relaxed, intimate experience. The weather cools down, the crowds…
After the roar of the monster truck and the whine of the jet boat, the silence as we floated among the ice at the base of Knik Glacier was powerful. Being close to a glacier is a magical experience. You can only understand the immense size and force of a glacier when you are this…
Winter in Alaska is nothing short of magical, and we’ve got a list of things that we want to experience this winter. Some are annual favorites and others are new adventures for our family. Winter offers us a time to explore Alaska with fewer crowds. And the snowy landscape provides activities that are radically different…
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…
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…
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…
Nestled at the tip of Resurrection Bay on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, Seward is easy to get to and offers stunning scenery and a long list of outdoor activities, making it a must-see for visitors to Alaska. Resurrection Bay is a fjord of the Gulf of Alaska. A fiord is a long, narrow inlet which was…
Valdez is a less frequently visited part of Alaska, but definitely one that should be on your list. We spent three days in Valdez and barely scratched the surface of all there is to do in this hidden Alaskan gem. The drive from Anchorage to Valdez takes you through high tundra, mountain passes and stunning…
