When I was a junior at Juneau-Douglas High School, I worked downtown three days a week. Not directly after school, mind you, there was about a two-hour gap between the final bell and when I could clock in for work. Every work night, I did the same thing after school. I walked over to the …
My aunt and uncle told us that they were coming up to Alaska for Christmas and they were going to make a stop in Juneau. I haven’t seen them in years, so we were naturally very excited to see them and drive them around town. We asked them what they wanted to see and they …
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 …
If you’re coming up to Juneau, Alaska, either on a cruise or flying in for a few days, it’s important to be prepared for the weather conditions. Before I get into specifics, I’ll give the standard disclaimer that I give tourists, friends from out of town, and my own nieces when they come to visit. …
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 …
There are tons of factors that mean Alaska is full of single people. However, not everyone has an easy time finding someone that they get along with. Whether it’s the isolation or the fact that most guys spend too much time on fishing boats it makes finding stimulating conversation hard at times. Or, as my …
Welcome to Juneau, Alaska! If you’re looking for great food, you have come to the right place. A lot of restaurants downtown, especially the popular ones, can get very busy during tourist season, especially on days when we have five cruise ships in town. If you’re in a hurry, if you’ve been here before and …
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 …