All that said, any opportunity to visit Alaska is a great one, and Smith often tells his clients, “It’s not about when, but wear.” As in, rather than focusing on the right time to go, one must focus ...

The ways to explore Alaska are just as enticing as the many reasons why people visit. Over a million go see the 49th state by cruise every year. Whether they stay onboard or embark on shore excursions ...

Alaska – The Great Land. The 49 th state has long been on the travel lists for many travelers, and it's not difficult to understand why. Whether they come seeking the awesome majesty of Alaska's ...

Planning the perfect Alaska itinerary is part art and part science. There is no perfect plan, since different people enjoy different activities and have different interests. Some folks travel to ...

The Norwegian Joy docks in downtown Juneau on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Over 3 million people visited Alaska during the tourism season that ended in April 2025 marking a new record for the state, ...

Located about 16 miles north of downtown Ketchikan—the Salmon Capital of the World—the waterfront Salmon Falls Fishing Resort is a haven for anglers wanting an all-inclusive fishing adventure. Watch ...

Alaska cruising is on a roll: After a brief setback in 2020-2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and accompanying cruise shutdowns, passenger numbers have recovered to their pre-pandemic levels and even ...

Last week, I had the chance to visit with several groups of travelers from around Southcentral Alaska to find out their questions and concerns heading in to the summer season. Some joined me in the ...

If you missed the just-ended 2025 Alaska cruise season, don’t worry your pretty little parka about it — your dream of glacier-gazing and totem-trail trekking is already within reach. Alaska’s cruise ...

Ketchikan, Alaska, thrives on the cruise industry, but some locals say the growing number of tourists is impacting the environment. While cruise lines have made efforts to reduce their environmental ...

The best time to visit Alaska will hardly be a surprise—it’s when you can get good weather and a lot of sunlight to see and ...