Gustavus, a town of about 600 people in Southeast Alaska, is known as The Gateway City to Glacier Bay National Park for a very good reason but the activity here isn’t limited to the park! There are many other great things to do in and around the town itself. People often ask how to say …
Most of this has been moved to the Angoon City Page When most people hear the phrase “a town in Southeast Alaska,” Angoon will not be the first one that comes to their mind. After all, it’s a small Tlingit village of just under 500 people. Some people may remember the semi-viral internet music video …
The village of Hoonah, Alaska, is one of the best places in all of Southeast Alaska to learn about Native Alaskan culture, as it is one of the few remaining classic Tlingit villages in the southeast panhandle. Most of the activity here is centered around that, as well as fishing, like most coastal Alaskan towns. …
No trip to Southeast Alaska would be complete without a stop in Haines, one of the most beautiful cities in the entire panhandle. The city has a population of about 1,650 year-round residents, although many people do come to work in the vibrant fishing and tourism industries during the summer months. Most of the towns …
Petersburg, Alaska, is one of the most beautiful hidden gems of Southeast Alaska. Not many visit it during the annual tourist season and even those who do visit might not know what to do when they arrive. It is the crown jewel of Mitkof Island in the Alexander Archipelago and is home to just over …
If you’re planning a trip to beautiful Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska, you won’t want to miss beautiful Craig. Prince of Wales is the fourth-largest island in the United States at over 2,500 square miles. No cruise ships stop at the island, unlike most other major settlements in Southeast Alaska. Craig is the …
The Mendenhall Towers are a unique natural phenomenon located in Juneau, Alaska. There are commonly defined as a “group of seven massifs” that have attracted sightseers for hundreds of years and climbers for the last 50. The towers themselves are formed of columnar basalt, a type of igneous rock that cooled and solidified rapidly. Products …
Taking a cruise to Juneau, Alaska can be one of the most beautiful and fun trips you’ll ever take. The scenery is beautiful and several museums around the city give you the chance to experience our rich history. Unfortunately, if you only have one day in Juneau, you have to choose your activities carefully to …
Cruises to Alaska can be pretty expensive, depending on which cruise line you take, how long it is, and other considerations. Perhaps you’re considering taking a cruise, but you’re concerned you wouldn’t have a lot of money to spend while you’re here. Or perhaps you’re already on a cruise and you find that you have …