Posted inAnchorage Area Lodging
An unlikely stay in downtown Anchorage, the Historic Anchorage Hotel is a vintage gem in the heart of the Mushing District. Walking distance to the Anchorage Museum, convention center and lots of great restaurants, see what you'll find here at this historic gem of Alaska travel.
Posted inAnchorage Area Lodging
Captain Cook Hotel: Staying at an Anchorage Icon in Downtown
The Hotel Captain Cook in downtown Anchorage has long be a staple for visiting the city or stopping over on a cruise tour. See what it's actually like staying at the Captain Cook, what the best hotel amenities are and also our dining recommendations (we have some good places to eat nearby).
Posted inLodging MatSu Valley
Hatcher Pass Cabins at Peak Lodging – Cozy, Modern and a Mountain View
We had a wonderful stay at the Peak Lodging cabins near Hatcher Pass in Palmer. Finding a great Alaskan cabin with a beautiful mountain view, modern amenities and comfortable space can be tricky, but not here. See why this small cabin community is a great choice for either a summer or winter getaway near Anchorage, Alaska.
Posted inActivities MatSu Valley Tours
Alaskan Sauna and Cold Plunge Experience on the Knik River in Palmer
Doing an Alaskan sauna and cold plunge in the winter is such a unique and special experience. It may sound crazy to jump in the Knik River when it's 0 degrees outside, but the whole experience is fun, unusual and comes with some great health benefits too. See what our experience was like doing the sauna and cold plunge in Palmer, AK in the winter.
Posted inActivities MatSu Valley Tours
Winter Kayaking on the Beautiful Knik River: Yes! You Can Kayak a Winter Wonderland!
Cold weather winter kayaking near Anchorage is definitely something you need to plan for when you visit Alaska in the off season. It's a beautiful experience unlike anything you might expect you can do during the limited daylight and extreme cold temperatures. See what to expect and if this kayaking tour is a good option for your Alaska trip.
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Winter UTV Tour with Alaska Backcountry Adventures in Palmer
If you want to explore the backcountry in winter, a heated UTV tour is THE way to do it. Alaska Backcountry Adventures in Palmer takes visitors through the frozen Knik River Valley to the face of the Knik Glacier, looking for wildlife the whole way: moose, eagles, Dall sheep and more away this unforgettable day in the snowy wilderness.


