Tourism is winding down. That means sweet in-state deals for Alaskans.
It's a great time to snag a deal on a cruise, train ride, RV rental or stay at a lodge.
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Trekking through fire and ice on Greenland’s 102-mile Arctic Circle Trail
From sunburn to Gore-Tex on a nine-day wilderness hike across one of the island’s largest expanses of ice-free terrain.
It’s the season for late-summer airfare deals. Here’s what to look for.
Summer-only carriers looking to scoop up the last of the high-season travelers, while year-round carriers are discounting prices for fall.
Faster internet, beds for napping, more legroom: Here’s how technology is making air travel more comfortable
Scott McMurren: With new planes, travelers have more options to make their trip more comfortable.
A marine state park in Southeast Alaska features historic cannery ruins
Taku Harbor State Marine Park near Juneau preserves the state's cannery history.
St. Paul is definitely remote, but for seals and seabirds, it can hardly be beat
St. Paul Island is in the middle of the action for nature’s migration of birds, fish and mammals. And it’s a wonder to behold.
Travel bargains are often hiding in plain sight. Here are some basic tools to help you find them.
Scott McMurren: Oftentimes a travel bargain is hiding in plain sight. Here's some basic tools to help you find a good travel deal.
Playing tour guide this summer for visitors to Alaska? Here are some fun itineraries
Scott McMurren: Over the years, we refer to our close-in adventures as Tour A, B or C. They’ve served us well, particularly for first-time visitors.
Surprises await when you explore the green spaces of New York City
Central Park is the biggie, but there are other patches of green throughout the city. The High Line is a park built on an elevated train track that stretches almost 1.5 miles along Manhattan’s west side.
Summer has arrived: Here are the cheapest ways to get out of town
Scott McMurren: There's deals to be had, whether you're headed by rail to Denali or taking a flight out of state.
Curious about Nome, Wiseman and Fort Yukon? Here are your guides
Scott McMurren: In remote Alaska towns, it often falls to a single bus driver or tour guide to make a lasting impression.
Banff, Jasper and the incredible sights you’ll see driving up the Alaska-Canadian Highway
Scott McMurren: “Today, you should be prepared for the most beautiful drive of your life,” said the bellman as we hit the road going northwest toward Jasper.
For these families, showing off Alaska is a multi-generational affair
Scott McMurren: Those who start and operate local tourist enterprises often are guided by their affection for a particular slice of Alaska. Sometimes their children are inspired to take up the torch, too.
Think you’ve driven crazy roads? Just wait till you try driving the Fraser River Valley
Scott McMurren: The valley kept getting deeper and the water kept getting bigger and eventually, you arrive at a place called “Hell’s Gate.”
A DIY trip through Alaska’s Inside Passage
Following in the footsteps of John Muir — and millions of modern cruise ship passengers — one marine ferry at a time.
Alaska Airlines says goodbye to plastic straws, stir sticks
The company handed out 22 million plastic stir straws and citrus picks last year. In July, that will change.
Here’s what to expect on the road to Haines, by the numbers
Scott McMurren: The hills along the way aren't green yet, but you'll still want to pull over for some beautiful views.
Some things to keep in mind as you plan your next Alaska road trip
Scott McMurren: Whether you're going north on the Dalton or south on the Alcan, you'll want to be prepared for a wide range of road conditions.
Chasing the sun from New York to Alaska on a plane
Sometimes, it's worth taking a moment to savor an experience we sometimes take for granted — the traverse of our country in one day.
Now is the time for early-season deals on Alaska tours and lodges
Scott McMurren: Some of this month’s best bargains are reserved for younger travelers, but there are plenty of early-season specials for grown-ups, too.