Hiking the Albert Loop Trail near Anchorage
If you’re looking for a beautiful and mellow hike near Anchorage, or place to stretch your legs on an Alaskan road trip, the Albert Loop trail at the Eagle River Nature Center might be the perfect hike for you. The Albert Loop trail is a great beginner family friendly hike...
Top 20 Mellow Hikes near Seattle from a Seattleite
Looking for a fantastic hike near Seattle but confused about all your options? Are you a beginner looking for hikes that aren’t extremely steep? I’ve got you! I’m a born and raised Seattleite and have loved hiking here my whole life. These are my Top 20 mellow hikes near...
Do you need Travel Insurance for Alaska?
Travel insurance is not the most exciting topic in travel planning, but it’s an important one to think about and not just for international travel. Travel insurance is an important consideration if you’re planning an Alaska trip. I lived in Alaska for 7 years and now I help people...
13 Best Waterfall Hikes near Seattle
What hiker doesn’t love a stunning waterfall hike? Waterfalls are an ideal destination for a hike, especially in a rainy climate like Seattle. I’m a born and raised Seattelite and I’ve loved these trails my whole life. I’ve curated my list of the very best waterfall hikes near Seattle...
5 Best Spots for Cross Country Skiing in Fairbanks, Alaska
When I lived in Fairbanks, cross country skiing was the activity that got me through the winter. I learned to cross country ski here and when I visit, cross country skiing in Fairbanks is one of the highlights for me and a good reason to go in winter. There...
10 Best Weekend Getaways from Vancouver
One of the wonderful things about Vancouver is the all the other amazing places that are close enough for a weekend getaway (or an addition to your Vancouver Itinerary if you’re a visitor). In just a couple hours, you can be in a completely different landscape or climate, a...
Things to do in King Salmon, Alaska
If you’re heading to King Salmon as a visitor, you’re probably planning to visit Katmai National Park or go on a fishing trip and have discovered that a visit to King Salmon is in your future! If you’re wondering how much time to spend in King Salmon, what to...
11 Quirky small towns in Alaska you’ll never forget
Alaska is full of interesting towns and new experiences, epic landscapes and wildlife. But if you like quirky and unusual towns you don’t want the chance to see this unique part of Alaska. Each of these small communities is quirky in its own way, with something you won’t experience...
Is Flightseeing in Alaska worth it?
Flightseeing in Alaska is an epic experience of a lifetime, and totally worth the expense if you love epic landscapes and ice and rock and enjoy the experience of flying. If you don’t want to spend the money for flightseeing, or you don’t want to fly in a small...
What is the Best Month to Visit Alaska?
Planning a trip and trying to figure out the best month to visit Alaska? When will it be sunny without too many bugs? When can I see the northern lights? Most people will tell you that June or July is the best month to visit Alaska, and while those...