 Whether
it's the stunning national parks, the breathtaking glaciers, or the abundant
wildlife, Alaska's
natural beauty has always been a draw for adventure seekers and sightseers
alike.
With 119 state parks, whale watching tours, exceptional fishing, canoeing and
kayaking, glacier hiking and a number of museums and cultural centers, Alaska has something to
offer everyone. A good starting point for your Alaskan adventure is Travel Alaska
(travelalaska.com) which features an in depth look at things to do on
your vacation.
Getting To Your Alaska
Vacation
The hard part, and usually most expensive, portion of your vacation will be
getting to America's
most northern state. There are a handful of airports in Alaska,
though most travelers fly in to Ted Stevens Anchorage
International Airport
in Anchorage.
The airport is serviced by a number of carriers including Delta, Continental,
Frontier Airlines and of course, Alaskan Airlines. Fairbanks
and Juneau, the
state capital, also have airports.
The best way to get a deal on a cheap flight is to plan ahead. Peak season for
Alaskan vacations are June, July and August when the weather is ideal. But if
you can plan your trip for May or September when the weather is still mild,
there are deals to be found. May is a good time to experience the natural
wildflowers, while September is perfect time to see the start of fall foliage.
Sites like Orbitz.com,
CheapTickets.com
and Expedia.com are good places to compare shop for both airfare and hotels in Alaska.
Things To Do - Alaska Tours
and much more
It is important to consider that the closer you book your trip to June 22nd,
the more daylight you will have for sightseeing--whether it's the bald eagles,
moose, bears or whales.
The Kenai Fjords allow you to get up close and personal with an active glacier
on one of the parks many ranger walks. You can also how glaciers, ocean storms
and earthquakes managed to create this wondrous national park.
If your interests lie in plant, bird or mammal watching, Prince
William Sound is a must-see. Columbia
Bay is part of the Chugach National Forest
which includes most of the Sound. There you will find the world's northernmost
rainforest as well as one of North America's
largest populations of black bear roaming freely. In the water you can find
species such as killer and humpback whales, porpoise and sea lions.
The natural beauty offered
in Alaska is
definitely worth the trip. So enjoy your
Alaska
vacation and don't forget to send a postcard!
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