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You can get to Alaska by air, road, or sea, and once you are here you can travel within Alaska by plane, boat, train, car, or motorcoach/bus.

TRAVEL TO ALASKA

Alaska is located northwest of Washington State, and west of Canada's Yukon. At its southernmost, Alaska is just an hour and a half by jet from Seattle, the closest major airport outside the state. Other towns farther north take from three-and-a-half to four hours by jet from Seattle. Find Out More »

TRAVEL WITHIN ALASKA

Alaska is BIG -- equal to one-fifth the rest of the United States. Getting between our towns can take time. Be sure to look at distance and transportation options between locations when planning your trip. Find Out More »

Alaska Tips
  • A day cruise passes through icy waters

    Glacier Viewing

    One of the most photographed scenes of an Alaskan vacation is the towering blue face of a glacier. No wonder three of the top 10 most-visited attractions in the...

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  • Parks Highway

    Driving Tips

    The vast majority of Southcentral Alaska is on the road system so traveling by car in this region is common. If you drive to Alaska, first remember you will have...

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  • Chilkoot Trail - Summit of Chilkoot Pass

    Chilkoot Trail

    A Southeast Alaska Inside Passage vacation would not be complete without learning about its fascinating Gold Rush history. While hiking either all or part of the Chilkoot Trail just outside...

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  • Native Woman with a basket of berries

    Wild Berries Caution

    Until you can identify them yourself or you are with a botanical expert, you probably shouldn't eat any of them. Alaska's trails systems are full of many different kinds of...

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