Anchorage Trolley City Tour (4K)
We took the Anchorage Trolley Tour which gave a nice overview of the city. It was $20 per person (we paid cash to the driver before boarding). The starting point was easy to locate as it was right next to the Anchorage Visitor Information center which looks like a log cabin, an easy walk from where we were dropped off from our cruise shuttle. Anchorage was the mid-way point of our 14 day Alaska cruise aboard the Holland America Amsterdam in June of 2017.
We visited the airport near the lake and saw a float plane land, taxi, and another takeoff.
We definitely recommend this tour- the tour guide was very informative and you get a nice overview of Anchorage Alaska.
Anchorage Downtown Tour (Visitor Information Center, Reindeer Sausage, Veteran's Memorial Monument)
Take a look and see what downtown Anchorage looks like. We arrived there via a complimentary shuttle service from the Port of Anchorage (see our video of that here: ). Once downtown, we checked out the Anchorage Visitor Information Center, a cool log cabin with a garden roof. From there we took a one hour Anchorage city tour on a trolley (video: ), saw the historic City Hall, then visited the Alaska Public Lands Information Center Museum (video: ). We then hiked the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail (video: ) before checking out Veteran's Memorial Monument at Delaney Park, and then taking a look at the grounds of the Alaska Center of the Performing Arts. If you do visit Anchorage, don't forget to check out the Reindeer Sausage which was pretty tasty!
This was from our June 2017 Alaska Cruise aboard the Holland America MS Amsterdam, which docked at the Port of Anchorage (video: )
Anchorage Alaska- Big Life Big Alaska-www.anchorage.net/tg
Anchorage Hub of Alaska: Surrounded by some of the most spectacular wilderness in the United States, Anchorage is a first-class destination, with all the amenities you've come to expect in any traditional meeting place.
Anchorage sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains along the coast of Cook Inlet and lies as far west as the Hawaiian Islands and as far north as Helsinki yet it boasts a mild climate. Four mountain ranges, (the Chugach, Alaska, Kenai and Talkeetna) and the warm Japanese Chugach current combine to create pleasant year-round temperatures. Spring through fall, Anchorage's climate is similar to San Francisco's spring weather; winter comparisons usually remind visitors of ski resorts in the Rocky Mountains, Canada or Europe.
The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport serves as the primary port of entry into Alaska's largest city. With more than 300 flights either originating or terminating here each day, reaching Anchorage via air is both comfortable, convenient and time-efficient.
Visitors venturing to Anchorage can also drive from anywhere on the continent, any time of the year. The Alaska Highway, which links Alaska with Canada and the contiguous United States, is fully paved and offers services all year long. Another option is to take the Alaska Marine Highway to a nearby port such as Whittier, then take the highway or railway to Anchorage from there. See the Alaska Marine Highway section of this guide for more information or go to AlaskaFerry.com.
The parks system within Anchorage showcases some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. Virtually every aspect of Anchorage's unique past is represented in the historic, cultural or natural themes of these accessible parks.
There are more than 180 miles of groomed trails in Anchorage, many of which are lighted, as well as hundreds of backcountry treks. The grand Chugach State Park embraces the south side of the Anchorage Bowl and offers backcountry access literally minutes from downtown. Kincaid Park is a cross-country skier's delight and one of only two courses certified for international competition in the United States. Hundreds of trails cross through wooded areas abundant with wildlife and vistas of the Alaska Range and Mt. Denali.
Often, flying is the only way to reach backcountry areas that offer an unforgettable experience in the pristine wilderness of Alaska. Flying is so popular in Alaska that 1 in 36 residents have a pilot's license and towns without a stop sign probably have a landing strip. Even the capital city of Juneau can only be accessed by water or plane.
There are many companies offering charter services for just a few hours or longer backcountry trips. From Anchorage, take a flight seeing trip to Denali National Park and circle majestic Mt. McKinley while looking down on fantastic flora and fauna below. A fly-in fishing trip is a popular way to experience an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan thrill.
On Cook Inlet, Glenn Hwy 1 and the Seward Highway; 358 miles southwest of Fairbanks; 725 miles east of Whitehorse. Population: Anchorage Municipality: 277,638 (42% of state population). Visitor Information: Anchorage Convention and Visitors Bureau: 524 W. Fourth Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2212; Phone: (907) 276-4118; Fax: (907) 278-5559; Email:info@anchorage.net; Website: Anchorage.net. Log Cabin and Downtown Visitor Information Center: Fourth Avenue and F Street, Anchorage, AK 99501; Phone: (907) 274-3531 (Open Daily). Anchorage Chamber of Commerce: 441 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501; Phone: (907) 272-2401. Alaska Public Lands Information Center: 605 W 4th Ave #105, Anchorage, AK 99501; Phone: (907) 271-2737.
Anchorage, Alaska
Alaska is the largest state in the United States in land area at 570,374 square miles, over twice the size of Texas
Mount McKinley, or Denali The High One is the highest mountain in the United States and North America with an elevation of 20,320 feet.
Anchorage is Alaska's largest city with over 291,000 residents. At 61 degrees north is it slightly more northern than Oslo and Stockholm.
Because of the northern latitude, in the summer the days are very long although the temperatures rarely rise above the 70s. But that doesn't stop Alaska's residents from shedding their parkas for shorts the moment the sun appears.
Oscar Anderson was an early Anchorage resident, said to be the 18th person to set foot on the area and his house, built in 1915 was the first wood-frame house in Anchorage.
The Glacier Brewhouse is both a brewery and one of Anchorage's top restaurants. The place gets busy early so it is a good idea to make reservations. Aside from rotisserie meats the menu features lots of fresh local seafood. And who ever had fresh raspberry whet beer? The brewhouse was brewing it and it was delicious. Alaska glacier bottled water is a great way to taste the purity of the environment around Anchorage. This bottled water is a popular drink for Asians who visit and refer glaciers. Although there were rave reviews about the seafood chowder and the calamari, I tried the pita with hummus which was a great appetizer that went well with the raspberry wheat beer.
One can't be in Alaska without tasting king crab legs. The fresh version is more spectacular than the deep freeze version we get in the lower 48. Alaskan halibut also shines over their southern neighbors and at Glacier Brewhouse they serve it with a healthy balsamic salad and a not so healthy side of fries.
A popular street food are reindeer hot dogs which are actually a blend of pork sausage and reindeer. I didn't taste it but I understand it is a must try, unless you are Santa Claus. There are lots of tourist shops selling made in China souvenirs but if you want something that is truly Alaskan and unique, The Oomingmak Qiviut shop is an Alaskan native cooperative that produces Muskox products.
It is owned by approximately 250 Native Alaskan women from remote coastal villages of Alaska who knit each item by hand. Each village has a signature pattern derived from traditional aspects of village life and the Eskimo culture; they may come from an ancient artifact or a beadwork design.
The name Musk Ox is deceiving, as the animal does not produce musk, nor is it related to cattle. Skeletal and behavioral studies show a closer relationship to sheep and goats Qiviut is shed naturally each year during the spring months.
About 40 miles south of Anchorage is the Alyeska ski resort -- even in May there is abundant snow -- although skiers were not about. It has an average of 643 of annual snowfall and is known for its steep terrain. For off piste skiing - Chugach Powder Guides operate snowcat or helicopter adventure in the world-famous Chugach Mountain Range. Helicopters guarantee 16 - 20,000 vertical feet of skiing per day. The cost $1125 per person. If that price is unbearable ... the normal day ski lift pass is $60 for an adult.
Not far from Alyeska is Portage and the home of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals and many who cannot be released into the wild are given a permanent home at the center.
Snickers, the porcupine is one such creature that was raised in a home and has a lot of personality .. so much so that a youtube video featuring him with almost 1.8 million views. (youtube.com/watch?v=U5I5H7EeC8k)
The center had recently taken in three orphaned moose calves who keep the four-year old moose Jack company. Jack had arrived at the center as a 3-day old moose with bite marks and a broken leg .. and a 20% chance of survival.
Muskox who's warm fur is used in making Qiviut products are an arctic survivor. Their thick coat grows up to 36 inches long.
The wood bison were extinct from Alaska until they were reintroduced in 2003. They are the largest land animal in North America.
Bears are also residents at the center including brown bears, black bears and a grizzly bear.
Heading south toward the coastal town of Whittier brings one to the Whittier tunnel. This is the longest combined railroad car tunnel in North America and connects the commuters between the Prince William Sound and Turnagain Arm. The tunnel opened in 1943.
Whittier is home to lots of sea life from birds, to sea otters, seals, whales, and sea lions.
In 1964 a 9.2 magnitude earthquake (the largest ever recorded in North America)
generated a major tectonic tsunami. The waves destroyed Girdwood and Portage and evidence of the damage today is still visible from the dead wood forests in the area.
For more visit: travelalaska.com and for more Around The World videos go to: atw.tv
Alaska Guardsman Trains with Anchorage Fire Department
Capt. Ken Mayfield, a Fairbanks fire fighter and a Technical Sgt. traditional Guardsmen in the 176th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard's fire department, sets up pneumatic shoring to brace a simulated weakened structure while at The Anchorage Fire Department's training center near Merrill Field, Anchorage, Alaska. Mayfield, along with other fire fighters from across the state, took part of a 60-hour Urban Search and Rescue course, hosted by the Anchorage Fire Department.
Guided Cruise On Kachemak Bay & Tour Of Historic Seldovia | Central Charters & Tours | Homer, Alaska
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Alaska Vlog
Lauren and Isaac get drunk and discuss the state of Alaska.
Brighton, Michigan to Alaska.wmv
I accompanied my son from Brighton, Michigan to Anchorage, Alaska on his move up there from St. Petersburg, FL to follow his girlfriend in the Air Force. The trip was 4,400 miles and we went around Chicago, through Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, up through Calgery, then through British Columbia, Yukon Providence, then through Alaska to Anchorage. It took 6 days. Then I spent 6 days visiting state parks, hiking Flat Top Mountain, visiting Virgin Falls and Thunder Falls, Aleska, Ulunka Lake, and Moose Ridge on the way to Seward before returning home via airlines.
Traveling and Getting Around Alaska
From the Alaska Experience Travel Guide to Alaska.
for stock footage and complete Alaska Travel Guide info
Transcript:
The very size of alaska encourages diversity in it's people.
Many communities remain isolated by distance and terrain.
Aireal; iliamna, upik
And it's this same isolation - the empty spaces on the
Alaskan maps, the remote landscapes unreachable by road- gold denali pan
That many visitors to alaska find irresistable.
The major highways cover only a small portion
Of the state, and of these, only a few are open
many towns are accesible only by plane,
Or in the case of some northern coastal towns,
By barge during the summer months.
The airplane plays a major role in all
aspects of modern alaskan life.
owning a small plane is not a luxury reserved for
The wealthy, but a commonplace necessity.
one of three alaskan citizens has a pilots license-
Giving the state more private pilots per capita
Than anywhere in the world.
And instead of a main street, many communities
have an airstrip down the center of town.
It would be difficult for anyone to see very much
of alaska without spending some time in a small plane.
Charter air services are readily available throughout the state.
Fly-in fishing and hunting trips are popular-
And can provide the wilderness experience of a lifetime.
For those who'd rather explore the more beaten path,
The Alaskan railroad offers an equally exciting way
to venture into the wilderness.
the train connects anchorage with fairbanks by way of
denali, or mt. Mckinley national park, and is one of
the most popular ways to see the park. The station
is just a few yards from the denali park hotel,
Which is itself built around old railroad cars.
since passenger cars are no longer allowed into the park,
The train provides a viable alternative for travel to and
from denali. From the hotel, free shuttle busses commute
in and out of the park on a regular basis .
South of anchorage, the alaskan railroad serves the
Stretch along turnagain arm to portage and the fishing
Village of seward.
trains and planes are not the only form of transportation the alaskans use.
Dogsleds, once the most comfortable and fastest way to get around in alaska
Have been replaced by the threewheelers and snowmobile.
but the dog remains an integral part of indian and eskimo
culture. Walking through any native village you
Will see racks of salmon drying in the sun .....
the traditional form of dog food for the dogsled teams.
Dog sled racing is alaskas official state sport,
with major races taking place throughout the winter
And spring seasons. The world's longest dog sled race,
The iditarod, follows the same gruelling thousand mile
Trail that once provided the only overland access across The interior to nome.
Today, those of us more accustomed
To the creature comforts , can see this great land from
the glass dome of a railroad car equipped with a full bar,
or from a luxury cruise ship or the deck of a ferry on
The marine highway.
Top 15. Best Tourist Attractions in Homer - Alaska
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The most beautiful places and sight in Homer.
Top 15. Best Tourist Attractions in Homer - Alaska: Homer Spit, Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center, Pratt Museum, Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies, Norman Lowell Studio & Gallery, Ptarmigan Arts, Kachemak Bay State Park, Bishop's Beach Park, Bear Creek Winery, Seldovia Bay Ferry, Homer Brewing Company, Art Shop Gallery, Homer City Library, Seafarer's Memorial, Hallo Bay Lodge Bear VIewing
The Best of All Anchorage Gyms
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ALASKA ROAD TRIP 2013
Couldn't be bothered spending anymore time on the video so its a pretty rough edit of our road trip to Alaska. Such a beautiful beautiful place and so blessed to have experienced it :)
The Warmest Village in Alaska
And you think your crew and supply logistics are tough to manage... we're out in the bush- in Goodnews Bay, Alaska on a rare sunny day. WxTV is going to show you weatherization in a remote Yup'ik Eskimo village on the Bering Sea where everything is unique. From shipping supplies in on a barge, to hiring crew members from the local village down to the measures installed to keep these residents warm during the brutal Alaskan winters.
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Ecotourism Alaska
Ecotourism Alaska
Alaska Safari Adventure
Visit National Parks with each evening spent at our award winning lodge and Backcountry Camps. Our trip features fly in Bear Viewing, Glacier and Wildlife cruising, Rafting, and visits to the Alaska communities of Homer, and Seward. ----it's all included in our original sightseeing adventure.
Scenic Road from Copper Center to Valdez, Alaska
Travel the Richardson Highway from Copper Center to Valdez, Alaska. The route is very scenic displaying snowy mountains, rapid rivers and cascading waterfalls. There are two glaciers that can be seen from the road.
This road travels through Thompson Pass and terminates in Valdez, the largest American port that does not freeze over in the winter.
Moose Pass Alaska | Free Boondocking | Santa at the North Pole
After we crossed into Alaska, we spent a short time in Anchorage and visited North Pole, AK. After that we drove straight down to the Kenai Peninsula, and setup at a great free spot in Moose Pass, AK. That was our home base for the next month plus. From there we explored glaciers, salmon, and beautiful mountain hikes.
More great footage to follow!
Checking out bears with Bearfoot Tours | Homer Alaska
While in Homer, we had the pleasure of going on an Airplane tour of Lake Clark National Park. We landed on the beach, and hiked around looking at Bears. It was an amazing experience, if you are going to be in Homer, give Bearfoot Tours a call....
Bearfoot Tours Alaska
Get a real up close view of grizzly bears in their natural habitat. Hop aboard a 6 person airplane, travel across the bay to a remote National Park and walk around with the grizzlies. It's like being in a zoo without bars. On your flight you may see whales in the water below, glaciers and volcanoes. Your pilot will guarantee that you will see some bears
Things to know:
• Located in Homer Alaska.
• Boots are provided.
• Plan for 4-6 hours.
• You may land on several different beaches until you find bears.
• The pilot has been flying for years and has an excellent safety record.
• Park rangers are sometimes present at Lake Clark National Park to give out Jr. Ranger badges and answer questions.
• The pilot is very knowledgeable about the bears and their environment.
• Bring snacks, sunscreen, bug spray and be prepared for changing weather.
This is a mind-blowing experience. If you truly want to see what Alaska is all about this is a must. Starting with the breathtaking views of glaciers and volcanoes to the exciting beach landing in the plane and finally watching the grizzly bears just yards away catching fish, munching on grass and cubs following their mothers, this is something you don't want to miss. After spending several months in Alaska we couldn't find anything to top this adventure and I bet you won't either.
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Denali Cabins - McKinley Park, Alaska
Denali Cabins 3 Star Hotel in McKinley Park, Alaska Within US Travel Directory Offering a restaurant, Denali Cabins is located in Denali. A hot tub, an on-site bar and free Wi-Fi access is available.
Rooms here provide guests with a flat-screen TV and cable channels. Featuring free toiletries, the private bathrooms also come with towels. Extras include linens and a fan.
A free shuttle service, a shared lounge, a games room and a tour desk are some of the additional facilities offered at Denali Cabins. A number of outdoor activities can be enjoyed on site or in the immediate area, such as hiking.
Denali Airport is 3 km away, and Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is 380 km from the property.