5 Destinations for A Quintessential Alaskan Experience

From the spellbinding spectacle of nature to the sweeping views of charming small towns and from the United States’ almost two-thirds of national parks to giant glaciers – Alaska has a lot to offer you. It won’t be wrong to say that the 49th US state is nothing like the rest of the country. Also, since the physically separate state is being recognized as the travel gem that it is, flight tickets to Alaska are now available from all around the world, allowing us to escape to this scenic place. You can, of course, drive along the thousands of miles of Alaska Highway and discover the scattered travel gems; however, we recommend you to include some of the following cities and towns in your itinerary to make the best of your trip. Seward This small town is located just south of Anchorage on the Seward Highway. A drive through the acclaimed highway alone is worth your time. And as you approach the town, a wide selection of attractions and activities will be awaiting you. You can visit Alaska Sealife Center that lets you hold starfish and also brings you face to face with sea creatures like octopus, puffins, and other aquatic animals. Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge is also a short drive away from Seward. Fairbanks Fairbanks is located south to Denali and north to the Arctic. The position alone gets many globetrotters excited about a visit to this Alaskan town which is no less than a wonderland. The magical spectacle of nature Fairbanks offers are rare, and you will be spellbound to see the ever-changing green, purple, yellow, and red lights. Take a horse-drawn sleigh or a dog sled to enhance your experience. Homer Want to enjoy your vacations in Alaska without facing extreme weather conditions? Let the majestic Kenai Mountains be your protector. Almost every road in this charming little town leads you to a hiking trail and then the scenic wilderness. The world’s most densely populated brown bear area; Katmai National Park is also located just beyond the town. You can also enjoy fishing and boat tours. And don’t forget to visit the breweries, wineries, and cafes dotted across the city and enjoying local delicacies. Anchorage Anchorage offers the best of both the world the comforts of any large US city and a peek into quintessential Alaska. While some of the cultural attractions such as the Native Heritage Center are within the city limits, the coveted Alaskan wilderness is also less than a 30-minute drive from here. The other major attractions include Alaska Zoo, Seward, and Kenai Fjords National Park. Sitka Complete your Alaska excursion by visiting Sitka, the historic town where the US bought “The Last Frontier” from Russians. The Alaskan treasure is situated the quaint Baranof Island and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains covered by old pine forests. Needless to say, the town puts forward plenty of hiking and trekking opportunities. A short boat ride can be taken to see humpback whales, sea lions, and otters.