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Inside Passage Northern Region
Inside Passage Northern Region
The northern region of the Inside Passage is home to Juneau, Alaska’s state capital, and other cruise ship ports of call including Skagway, Sitka, and Hoonah/Icy Strait Point. The area is known for its Tlingit and Haida culture, Russian heritage, whale watching and wildlife viewing, salmon and halibut fishing, glaciers, and outdoor recreation opportunities in the many state parks, wildlife refuges, and the expansive Tongass National Forest. The town of Skagway, bustling in the summer months with cruise ship activity, is known for its colorful gold rush history and the famous White Pass & Yukon Railroad and Chilkoot Trail.
In Sitka, the Russian capital of Alaska from 1808 to 1867, the New Archangel Dancers keep the Russian spirit alive. Visitors can view Alaska Native artifacts at Sheldon Jackson Museum, totem poles and a cultural center at Sitka National Historical Park, and get up-close view of eagles and other birds at the Alaska Raptor Center. Juneau is known for its lively downtown, easily accessible glacier viewing at Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, great hiking trails, and vibrant culinary scene.
Cruise ships aren’t the only way to explore this area. Juneau is home to the Juneau International Airport, with daily flights from destinations in Alaska and the Lower 48, making it an easy to reach destination. Most northern Inside Passage communities are along the Alaska Marine Highway ferry route and are also accessible by smaller regional air carriers and air taxis. The towns of Haines and Skagway are accessible by road, though you have to drive through Canada to reach them.
Northern Region: Cities & Towns
- Angoon
- Elfin Cove
- Haines
- Hoonah/Icy Strait Point
- Juneau
- Pelican
- Sitka
- Skagway
- Tenakee Springs
- Yakutat
Northern Region: Parks
- Admiralty Island National Monument
- Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve
- Haines Area State Parks
- Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
- Mendenhall Wetlands State Game Refuge
- Point Bridget State Park
- Sitka Area State Parks
- Sitka National Historical Park
- Pack Creek Bear Viewing Area / Stan Price State Wildlife Sanctuary
- Wickersham State Historic Site
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Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
one day in 📍Skagway, Alaska
We visited the small town at the end of February, on a cold and sunny day. Skagway is a very small town where only around 1000 people live there permanently. The city was founded during the Klondike gold rush. But during the summer it’s very busy, with up to 5 cruise ships stopping by each day.
We where very happy to had the chance for a visit in quiet and peace, even when it looked a bit like a ghost town. The trip was definitely worth it. We liked the back in time feeling transferred by the old, colourful houses & exploring the coastline.
_______________________________________________
#skagway #alaska #goldminingtown #usa #visitskagway #travelalaska #weltreise#klondikegoldrush #oldtown #vanlifecanada #travelphotography #livingthedream
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Northern Lights and the Arctic Circle Alaska Railroad in Winter - Fairbanks to Anchorage
From $549 CAD pp
Witness the beauty of Alaska, the Arctic Circle, and the Northern Lights on your Alaska Winter Vacation. Take a thrilling sled ride with champion Alaska Huskies. Board Alaska Railroad and travel on the Aurora Winter Train from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Pass by the crown jewel of Alaska, Denali, and see it rising above the Susitna river. Spend time exploring Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, before returning home.
Glacial waters, virgin white peaks and deeply verdant forests adorn the horizons, and fascinating villages, cities and islands lie off the beaten track, just waiting to be discovered. Unearth Alaska with a cruise down the Inside Passage, exploring the Juneau Icefields, the lush greenery of Tongass National Forest, or the breathtaking tidewaters and ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Trip Highlights
Sightseeing tour of the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights
Dog Sled Ride
What's Included
One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Fairbanks to Anchorage
4 nights' hotel accommodations
Book today and travel Alaska this summer!
[email protected]
#Alaska #Northernlights #traintravel #alaskatrain #railbookers #adventuretravel
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Northern Lights and the Arctic Circle Alaska Railroad in Winter - Fairbanks to Anchorage
From $549 CAD pp
Witness the beauty of Alaska, the Arctic Circle, and the Northern Lights on your Alaska Winter Vacation. Take a thrilling sled ride with champion Alaska Huskies. Board Alaska Railroad and travel on the Aurora Winter Train from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Pass by the crown jewel of Alaska, Denali, and see it rising above the Susitna river. Spend time exploring Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, before returning home.
Glacial waters, virgin white peaks and deeply verdant forests adorn the horizons, and fascinating villages, cities and islands lie off the beaten track, just waiting to be discovered. Unearth Alaska with a cruise down the Inside Passage, exploring the Juneau Icefields, the lush greenery of Tongass National Forest, or the breathtaking tidewaters and ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Trip Highlights
Sightseeing tour of the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights
Dog Sled Ride
What's Included
One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Fairbanks to Anchorage
4 nights' hotel accommodations
Book today and travel Alaska this summer!
[email protected]
#Alaska #Northernlights #traintravel #alaskatrain #railbookers #adventuretravel
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Northern Lights and the Arctic Circle Alaska Railroad in Winter - Fairbanks to Anchorage
From $549 CAD pp
Witness the beauty of Alaska, the Arctic Circle, and the Northern Lights on your Alaska Winter Vacation. Take a thrilling sled ride with champion Alaska Huskies. Board Alaska Railroad and travel on the Aurora Winter Train from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Pass by the crown jewel of Alaska, Denali, and see it rising above the Susitna river. Spend time exploring Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, before returning home.
Glacial waters, virgin white peaks and deeply verdant forests adorn the horizons, and fascinating villages, cities and islands lie off the beaten track, just waiting to be discovered. Unearth Alaska with a cruise down the Inside Passage, exploring the Juneau Icefields, the lush greenery of Tongass National Forest, or the breathtaking tidewaters and ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Trip Highlights
Sightseeing tour of the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights
Dog Sled Ride
What's Included
One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Fairbanks to Anchorage
4 nights' hotel accommodations
Book today and travel Alaska this summer!
[email protected]
#Alaska #Northernlights #traintravel #alaskatrain #railbookers #adventuretravel
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Northern Lights and the Arctic Circle Alaska Railroad in Winter - Fairbanks to Anchorage
From $549 CAD pp
Witness the beauty of Alaska, the Arctic Circle, and the Northern Lights on your Alaska Winter Vacation. Take a thrilling sled ride with champion Alaska Huskies. Board Alaska Railroad and travel on the Aurora Winter Train from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Pass by the crown jewel of Alaska, Denali, and see it rising above the Susitna river. Spend time exploring Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, before returning home.
Glacial waters, virgin white peaks and deeply verdant forests adorn the horizons, and fascinating villages, cities and islands lie off the beaten track, just waiting to be discovered. Unearth Alaska with a cruise down the Inside Passage, exploring the Juneau Icefields, the lush greenery of Tongass National Forest, or the breathtaking tidewaters and ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Trip Highlights
Sightseeing tour of the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights
Dog Sled Ride
What's Included
One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Fairbanks to Anchorage
4 nights' hotel accommodations
Book today and travel Alaska this summer!
[email protected]
#Alaska #Northernlights #traintravel #alaskatrain #railbookers #adventuretravel
Northern Lights and the Arctic Circle Alaska Railroad in Winter - Fairbanks to Anchorage
From $549 CAD pp
Witness the beauty of Alaska, the Arctic Circle, and the Northern Lights on your Alaska Winter Vacation. Take a thrilling sled ride with champion Alaska Huskies. Board Alaska Railroad and travel on the Aurora Winter Train from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Pass by the crown jewel of Alaska, Denali, and see it rising above the Susitna river. Spend time exploring Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, before returning home.
Glacial waters, virgin white peaks and deeply verdant forests adorn the horizons, and fascinating villages, cities and islands lie off the beaten track, just waiting to be discovered. Unearth Alaska with a cruise down the Inside Passage, exploring the Juneau Icefields, the lush greenery of Tongass National Forest, or the breathtaking tidewaters and ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Trip Highlights
Sightseeing tour of the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights
Dog Sled Ride
What's Included
One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Fairbanks to Anchorage
4 nights' hotel accommodations
Book today and travel Alaska this summer!
[email protected]
#Alaska #Northernlights #traintravel #alaskatrain #railbookers #adventuretravel
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
Northern Lights and the Arctic Circle Alaska Railroad in Winter - Fairbanks to Anchorage
From $549 CAD pp
Witness the beauty of Alaska, the Arctic Circle, and the Northern Lights on your Alaska Winter Vacation. Take a thrilling sled ride with champion Alaska Huskies. Board Alaska Railroad and travel on the Aurora Winter Train from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Pass by the crown jewel of Alaska, Denali, and see it rising above the Susitna river. Spend time exploring Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, before returning home.
Glacial waters, virgin white peaks and deeply verdant forests adorn the horizons, and fascinating villages, cities and islands lie off the beaten track, just waiting to be discovered. Unearth Alaska with a cruise down the Inside Passage, exploring the Juneau Icefields, the lush greenery of Tongass National Forest, or the breathtaking tidewaters and ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Trip Highlights
Sightseeing tour of the Arctic Circle and Northern Lights
Dog Sled Ride
What's Included
One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Fairbanks to Anchorage
4 nights' hotel accommodations
Book today and travel Alaska this summer!
[email protected]
#Alaska #Northernlights #traintravel #alaskatrain #railbookers #adventuretravel
Last year, just before the snow came, I had the opportunity to take on an amazing assignment. It was a collaboration between travelalaska and natgeotravel, where we explored how travelers could experience Indigenous culture in southeast Alaska through local businesses and art. For two weeks, tlingit.witch and I visited some of our favorite local businesses, scenic locations and got to meet some amazing artists we admire.
I’ve included some of my favorite photos from our adventure above, but in the coming week, I will be sharing individual posts about the artists we profiled.
A huge thanks to tlingit.witch, a local Indigenous photographer, for collaborating with me and the entire team at Natgeo to make this project both successful and enjoyable!
Stay tuned for more!
Also, if you’d like to read the article on NatGeo, you can find the link on my profile.
Photos.
1. Sitka National Historical Park, located within walking distance of downtown Sitka, is home to historic and contemporary totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida artists.
2. Accessible by air or sea, Sitka is a small city on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago, a 40-minute flight or several-hour ferry ride from Juneau.
3. Seagulls from Sitka National Historical Park
4. Sitka National Historical Park.
5. Satter Harbor at Auke Bay in Juneau.
6. Whale watching aboard an Allen Marine vessel in Juneau, Alaska.
7. Light mist rises from the ocean surface as a humpback whale lifts its tail above the water, seen from the balcony of an Allen Marine Tours whale-watching and wildlife cruise in Juneau.
8. Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.
9. The Goldbelt Tram takes visitors on a 1,800-foot climb from Juneau’s cruise ship pier to the top of Mount Roberts. The ride lasts approximately six minutes and offers expansive views of the Chilkat Mountains and Gastineau Channel.
10. A totem atop Mount Roberts along the Mount Roberts Trail accessible by The Gold Belt Tram.
one day in 📍Skagway, Alaska
We visited the small town at the end of February, on a cold and sunny day. Skagway is a very small town where only around 1000 people live there permanently. The city was founded during the Klondike gold rush. But during the summer it’s very busy, with up to 5 cruise ships stopping by each day.
We where very happy to had the chance for a visit in quiet and peace, even when it looked a bit like a ghost town. The trip was definitely worth it. We liked the back in time feeling transferred by the old, colourful houses & exploring the coastline.
_______________________________________________
#skagway #alaska #goldminingtown #usa #visitskagway #travelalaska #weltreise#klondikegoldrush #oldtown #vanlifecanada #travelphotography #livingthedream
one day in 📍Skagway, Alaska
We visited the small town at the end of February, on a cold and sunny day. Skagway is a very small town where only around 1000 people live there permanently. The city was founded during the Klondike gold rush. But during the summer it’s very busy, with up to 5 cruise ships stopping by each day.
We where very happy to had the chance for a visit in quiet and peace, even when it looked a bit like a ghost town. The trip was definitely worth it. We liked the back in time feeling transferred by the old, colourful houses & exploring the coastline.
_______________________________________________
#skagway #alaska #goldminingtown #usa #visitskagway #travelalaska #weltreise#klondikegoldrush #oldtown #vanlifecanada #travelphotography #livingthedream
one day in 📍Skagway, Alaska
We visited the small town at the end of February, on a cold and sunny day. Skagway is a very small town where only around 1000 people live there permanently. The city was founded during the Klondike gold rush. But during the summer it’s very busy, with up to 5 cruise ships stopping by each day.
We where very happy to had the chance for a visit in quiet and peace, even when it looked a bit like a ghost town. The trip was definitely worth it. We liked the back in time feeling transferred by the old, colourful houses & exploring the coastline.
_______________________________________________
#skagway #alaska #goldminingtown #usa #visitskagway #travelalaska #weltreise#klondikegoldrush #oldtown #vanlifecanada #travelphotography #livingthedream