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…
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…
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…
Planning a trip to Alaska can be daunting because there is so much to see. The size of the state makes it difficult to experience it all in one trip. Valdez is one of the lesser visited areas in Alaska but you might want to take a closer look at this hidden gem. We spent…
Alaska’s Kennecott Copper Mine and nearby McCarthy, Alaska are a must see if you love history and getting a little off the beaten path. Located 80 miles from the Canadian border and an 8 hour drive from Anchorage, getting there is an adventure itself. The last 60 miles, you’ll be driving on unpaved McCarthy Road…
Whether you are visiting family or friends, exploring on your own, or here for business; you’ll find lots to do in and around Wasilla and Palmer. Located 45 miles north of Anchorage in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, Wasilla and Palmer offer endless opportunity for outdoor exploring. And if you really want to feel like a local…
