Author: Jennie Flaming

A visit to the Large Animal Research Station at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (LARS) is an absolute must do for anyone visiting Fairbanks who loves animals. It’s also a great opportunity for those who like to learn about somewhat obscure local things while traveling! Musk oxen and reindeer...

If you’re looking for an unforgettable and unique winter adventure in Fairbanks, you can’t do better than a dog sledding tour with Chena Outdoor Collective! It’s a thrill for all ages to ride behind a dog team through a snowy forest and so fun to meet all the dogs...

Flying along through a snowy forest or over a glacier in a sled behind a dog team is a uniquely Alaskan thrill that should not be missed if you’re planning a winter trip to Alaska! If you’re visiting Alaska in the summer as most visitors are, there are still...

Vancouver, British Columbia is one of the most beautiful and fun cities to visit in the world. In addition to the delights of the city just outside the city and endless adventures to experience and explore. As a near neighbor to the south in Seattle, I’ve had the opportunity...

Eklutna Lake is a fantastic day trip from Anchorage or Wasilla, extremely popular with locals and visitors alike for its summer lake fun from camping to fishing to hiking, biking and kayaking. This is one of my favorite places for a low key fun day enjoying an Alaska summer...

If you’re looking for an urban seven day trip to see the best cities of the Pacific Northwest, with beautiful ferry rides through islands in view of towering mountains, then a Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle week long trip is for you! You’ll get to experience the best of the...

The Harding Icefield trail is possibly the most spectacular view hike in Alaska. With a multitude of unforgettable and stunning hikes there is stiff competition, but most Alaskans will tell you this is one of the best, if not the best hike around. If you’re a hiker and you...

If you’re looking for a beautiful and mellow hike near Anchorage, or place to stretch your legs on an Alaskan road trip, the Albert Loop trail at the Eagle River Nature Center might be the perfect hike for you. The Albert Loop trail is a great beginner family friendly hike...

Looking for a fantastic hike near Seattle but confused about all your options? Are you a beginner looking for hikes that aren’t extremely steep? I’ve got you! I’m a born and raised Seattleite and have loved hiking here my whole life. These are my Top 20 mellow hikes near...

Travel insurance is not the most exciting topic in travel planning, but it’s an important one to think about and not just for international travel. Travel insurance for Alaska may not be necessary depending on your itinerary, but it’s an important consideration if you’re planning an Alaska trip. I...