This photo is used under a Creative Commons license by ab.photo. For skiers and snowboarders of all levels, Alaska is a powder-packed paradise. Unfortunately, unless you are a backcountry skier, the costs associated with buying a lift ticket, renting gear and coordinating lodging can really add up. The Westmark Anchorage is ideally located in the…
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The Westmark Fairbanks hotel is home to Red Lantern Steak & Spirits, serving upscale American comfort food. The menu is constructed with a conscious effort made to serve as much Alaska-grown food as possible. WARNING: just reading the descriptions of the following menu items may cause extreme mouth-watering and a grumbling stomach. Whether you’re more of…
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Family vacations are a wonderful way to create lasting memories (and photos) for everyone. What makes a trip with children especially successful is making sure to keep their interests in mind when planning your itinerary. That’s why we’ve pulled together a cheat sheet of fun things to do with kids in Anchorage. 1. Take a…
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If you’re planning a trip to Alaska from outside of the US, there are a few issues you’ll need to consider, and the sooner the better. If you take some time to plan things out in advance, you’ll be able to step off the plane with confidence, ready to enjoy a fun and productive visit.…
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The problem with planning a top-notch family vacation in Alaska is that it often requires more time than most parents have to spare. Lounging on the beach with your feet up and a good book in hand may seem like the ideal vacation for kicking off spring, but if you have kids, they may disagree.…
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