Travel

There are a number of specials available for Alaskans, including for some last-minute vacations.

The specials from both Alaska Airlines and Delta are enticing, but beware of blackouts and make sure you’re aware of terms of the specific tickets.

From a long list of warm-weather cruises to some flight deals already being offered, there are plenty of options for Alaska travelers.

Doyon has been working on the concept with the state and Denali Borough. It could cost well over $50 million and faces big hurdles.

His travel company, John Hall’s Alaska, has been offering tours of the state on bus, boat and plane.

It’s an often-unsung achievement that involves thousands of gallons of fuel, hundreds of miles traveled per hour and more than a million people in flight at a given moment.

Amid months of mass flight cancellations and delays, the Department of Transportation has launched a customer service dashboard to help vacationers ahead of the travel-heavy Labor Day weekend.

Both big and small air carriers operate to get Alaskans to far-flung destinations within the state.

Travel columnist Scott McMurren identifies a plethora of options to travel to all corners of the globe using Seattle and Los Angeles as launching points.

Even though they may be more expensive, the flights remove some of the issues connected with delays or cancellations.

Have you been shocked by high plane ticket prices to and from Alaska? Have you been avoiding long drives in Alaska to spare your wallet? Tell us your story.

Holland America Line is offering Alaska residents bargain rates on sailings between Whittier and Vancouver. Meanwhile, airfares are coming down in select markets as fall approaches.

Cassandra Raun and her family took a monthlong trip to Africa, visiting a friend she met while living in Guyana.

Travel columnist Scott McMurren said fares are likely to be lower in the fall, and recommends cashing in some of your frequent flyer miles as you shop for flights.

Aboard the Insignia, Cella Baker made stops at 46 countries over about six months.

From Fairbanks to Wrangell, families have been running charter, tour and recreation businesses in the state for decades.

Accommodations in Katmai National Park fill up fast, but there are bear-viewing options out of Homer, Kodiak and Juneau, among other locations.

While the flights may be more attractive to some travelers, there are still considerations for maximizing value on a trip.

Travel columnist Scott McMurren says this is the time to cash in miles and be creative when booking.

On a visit to Sicily, Alaska travel columnist Scott McMurren’s wife and brother-in-law searched for their family history.

Many ships are sailing at less than full capacity and for some travelers, they may offer better value.

Travel columnist Scott McMurren shares his best practices for how to deal with last-minute flight changes.

Residents can enjoy a number of specials and deals on stays, tours and cruises.