ALASKA
Itineraries | Destination Guides | Packing Lists | Recommendations
As a born and raised Alaskan, I know how to travel around this beautiful state. Whether you’re a seasoned Alaska traveler or visiting for the first time, I have plenty of articles to help you plan your perfect trip.
Below you’ll find guides, itineraries, destinations, packing lists, and more resources.
Packing for Alaska
There’s nothing worse than taking a three-hour detour on your vacation to go to four different stores because you forgot your raincoat.
Or worse, having to skip an adventure entirely due to poor planning.
I’ve been there, and don’t want you to make the same mistakes.
I have a detailed summer packing guide with my personal recommendations. I’ve tried many products and brands over the years, and included my favorites, leaving out the unnecessary fluff. Having just a few essential items can really make a difference on your trip.
ITINERARIES
The Only Anchorage to Homer Driving Guide You’ll Need
The Perfect 2 or 3 Day Homer, Alaska Itinerary [from an Alaskan]
The Perfect 10 Day Alaska Road Trip + Itinerary
Things to do in Girdwood [Alaska] + Itinerary
The Only Anchorage to Seward Driving Guide [and Itinerary!] You’ll Need
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
Use the articles below to plan the perfect trip.
Everything You Need to Know About Camping at Brooks Camp, Alaska (Katmai National Park)
Congratulations, if you’re reading this you likely reserved your spot at Brooks Camp Campground! Or, perhaps you’re in the planning stages and trying to figure…
Katmai National Park: Everything You Need to Plan Your Trip to Brooks Falls
The Only Anchorage to Homer Driving Guide You’ll Need
About Homer I’ve driven to Homer many times over the years. To get there, you leave Anchorage, drive along Turnagain Arm and make your way…
My Experience at the Alyeska Nordic Spa (Alaska)
Alaska Trip Planning: Everything you Need to Know About Renting an RV in Alaska
The 22 Best Things to do in Palmer, Alaska [from a local]
Have a Few Hours in Anchorage? Here’s What to Do
Anchorage is a small city of about 300,000 residents. It’s built on a grid and is easy to get around with a car. No matter…
20 Unforgettable Experiences in Alaska
Experiences in Alaska are like none other. In one day you can fly over the tallest mountain in North America, go dog mushing on a…
Should I Visit Seward or Homer Alaska (or both)?
Alaska Planning: Should I Visit Anchorage or Fairbanks (or both?)
When considering the sheer size of Alaska, it can be daunting to start planning your trip. But when you look a little closer, you’ll realize…
49 Beautiful Photos of Southcentral Alaska to Inspire your Next Trip
Alaska is home to everything big and wild. There are big mountains and more caribou than people. There are beautiful vast landscapes and the ever-changing…
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Alaska [2023]
The Best Time of Year to Visit Alaska
Summer is the most popular time of year to visit Alaska, but is it the best for you? Use this guide to find out when you should visit.
POPULAR DESTINATIONS
Explore articles related to the best destinations on the road system.
WHERE TO STAY
Explore articles related to the best destinations on the road system.
From cabins to guest cottages to lodges to mansions, there are some really unique places to stay in Alaska. I wrote an article highlighting some of the coolest stays in Alaska.
When searching for places to stay, I recommend not only searching the main booking sites (booking.com, Airbnb, VRBO) but also doing a simple Google search.
Many places are not listed on main search sites, so be sure to search [place] + lodging or accommodations.
The Coolest VRBO Stays in Alaska
All Alaska Articles
Everything You Need to Know About Camping at Brooks Camp, Alaska (Katmai National Park)
Congratulations, if you’re reading this you likely reserved your spot at Brooks Camp Campground! Or, perhaps you’re in the planning stages and trying to figure…
Katmai National Park: Everything You Need to Plan Your Trip to Brooks Falls
Katmai National Park Packing List: What to Bring (and What to Leave at Home)
The Only Anchorage to Homer Driving Guide You’ll Need
About Homer I’ve driven to Homer many times over the years. To get there, you leave Anchorage, drive along Turnagain Arm and make your way…
The Perfect 2 or 3 Day Homer, Alaska Itinerary [from an Alaskan]
Everything You Need to Know About Lowell Point, Alaska (and why it’s better than Seward)
I’ll be honest, I’ve been holding myself back from writing about Lowell Point. I mention it in a few articles about Seward, but a part…
How to Spend 24 Hours in Anchorage, Alaska
The Perfect Alaska Winter Travel Guide
Visiting Alaska in the winter is a completely different experience than summer travel. Everything is covered in white, it’s cold, it’s dark, and the driving…
My Experience at the Alyeska Nordic Spa (Alaska)
Alaska Trip Planning: Everything you Need to Know About Renting an RV in Alaska
How to See the Northern Lights from Anchorage, Alaska
7 Glaciers You Can Drive To From Anchorage
Alaska is covered in glaciers. In fact, roughly five percent of Alaska is covered in these beautiful ice sheets (about 300,000 total) and they are…