Breathtaking scenery, gleaming glaciers, abundant wildlife, and Native American culture are only a few of the spectacular attractions that draw cruise vacationers to Alaska.
Ships that visit Alaska on a seven-day itinerary typically sail along the Inside Passage and visit Glacier Bay National Park or Hubbard Glacier, stopping at four ports along the way.
For climate and sunlight purposes, cruises to Alaska sail strictly during the summer months, from early May to mid-September. June, July and August can be classified as peak season when average daily high temperatures can reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
A variety of cruise ships sail to Alaska, including luxury vessels and midsize ships – most of which offer expanded kids programs for family vacationers. The majority of ships sail from Vancouver, British Columbia or Seattle, Washington. Both embarkation/disembarkation points allow ships to visit the most popular ports on an Alaska cruise, including Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway.
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In Alaska, the land is every bit as beautiful as the sea. Land based vacations give visitors the chance to enjoy all Alaska has to offer. Whether traveling by rail, motorcoach, or car, you can’t go wrong with visiting this beautiful state.
Alaska is a nature lover’s paradise. It is home to 8 National Parks. Top destinations such as Kenai Fjords National Park and Denali National Park offer wildlife viewing, hiking, rafting, kayaking, and more!
Traveling by rail is a great way to take in the majestic beauty of Alaska. Guests can sit back and take in the stunning scenery while enjoying a delicious meal. Rail service runs from Fairbanks to Seward.
Whatever your desire, Alaska has something for everyone.
Fairbanks lures people from all over the world to see the captivating light of the aurora borealis. Opportunities to view the northern lights abound. At 65 degrees north latitude, the sky takes on a life of its own. It’s the perfect canvas for the aurora borealis, the midnight sun, and sunsets/sunrises that last forever.
In Fairbanks, there are serious mountain ranges, pristine rivers and lakes, abundant wildlife and a certain solitude that is found nowhere else on earth. Here you can travel to a remote locale and still enjoy all the amenities of a charming downtown, a thriving arts community, rich Alaska Native culture, authentic Alaskan activities and attractions.
Popular Fairbanks activities include snowmobiling, dog sledding, visiting a reindeer ranch, and taking a dip in the natural hot springs. Contact me today to start planning your trip.
Alaska is beautiful both land, sea, and rail.
Fairbanks’ Aurora Season is from August 21 to April 21 and the aurora will be visible in Fairbanks an average of four out of five nights when the sky is clear and dark enough. Scientifically speaking, the aurora is dancing above year-round, but we can only see it during the Aurora Season when we have dark enough skies.
Fairbanks’ location is ideal for northern lights viewing because it is under the “Auroral Oval,” a ring-shaped zone over the far north where aurora activity is concentrated. Additionally, Fairbanks’ low precipitation and distance from coastal areas contribute to consistently clear nights. All combined these variables make the Fairbanks region an outstanding destination for possible aurora borealis viewing.
The northern lights are so prolific in the Fairbanks region and the Arctic that visitors who stay a minimum of three nights and are actively out during the late evening hours increase their chance of seeing the aurora to more than 90 percent!
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