Living In Juneau, Alaska – The Pros and Cons (from a local)

People often wonder what it’s like to live in Juneau, Alaska. Whenever I talk to someone from the lower 48 for the first time, that’s always their first question. I’ll start off by saying that it has its ups and downs, just like every other place in the world. I’ll alternate between the better parts …

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Should You Move To Ketchikan, Alaska? (Pros & Cons)

If the Pacific Northwest is good, the more Pacific Northwest you can get is better, right? If you’re looking to enjoy the most distilled version of the PNW (meaning gorgeous nature and lots of rain) then Ketchikan, Alaska might be the perfect place. Many people (including myself) get a wild hair at some point in …

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What’s It Like Living In Southeast Alaska? (My Experience)

Are you planning on or considering moving to Southeast Alaska? Well, the answer is going to depend wildly based on which city or town you’re in, but there are some things that we all have in common. I’ve lived in Juneau for decades, but I have friends who either currently live in or at one …

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