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Anchorage Area

The Anchorage area of Alaska is both a thriving city and the launch point for all kinds of adventures. There are lots of direct flights into ANC from the west coast of the USA and there are also a few international flights. Spending time in Anchorage is a great idea to make sure you have a well rounded Alaska trip.

The Anchorage area includes the city itself, Chugach State Park, Turnagain Arm and the Seward Highway as you head to the Kenai Peninsula. With day trips to Portage and Whittier, Anchorage is a hub for a variety of activities and styles of travel, including the Alaska Railroad.

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Anchorage’s Highliner Hotel – Trendy and Fully Automated in Downtown

The Highliner Hotel in downtown Anchorage is a quiet, unassuming place to stay for a fun visit or work trip. Located just off the main restaurants and sightseeing area, see what to expect at Anchorage's first fully automated hotel.
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Hilton Anchorage Hotel – the Highrise in the Middle of it All

The Hilton Anchorage downtown isn't just one of the tallest buildings in the city, but it's also a great pick for a convenient and comfortable stay. See what onsite amenities and room types make this a great stay in downtown Anchorage, Alaska.
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Staying at the Copper Whale Inn – a Homey, Quiet Anchorage Hotel

The Copper Whale Inn in downtown Anchorage is a great spot to stay for a few days while you explore the city. A homey bed-and-breakfast style inn, the Copper Whale is in a great location and is ideal for a quiet visit to Alaska.
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Anchorage Itinerary: 4 Days of Museums, Alaska Native Culture and Beautiful Hikes

This Anchorage itinerary is ideal for 3 or 4 days exploring the city and nearby day trip spots. With museums, Alaska Native culture and easy access to beautiful glaciers, see what a trip to Anchorage can be for YOU.
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Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Anchorage: Beautiful Views and Moose!

Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Anchorage is one of the best ways to both enjoy the outdoors AND see wildlife within the city. Here you'll find information on bike routes (with a map), bike rentals and enjoying the coastal trail viewpoints.
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The Anchorage Museum: Beautiful Art and Alaska Native Culture

The Anchorage Museum is a great place to experience both Alaskan art and Alaska Native culture. The combination of history, local Alaska art and a Smithsonian collection of Native Alaska exhibits make it an ideal addition to your time in Anchorage.
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Visiting the Fascinating Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage

The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a great addition to a trip through Anchorage, AK. Located just outside of town this is an ideal spot to learn about the indigenous peoples of Alaska and see interesting exhibits about current and past Alaska Native cultural practices.
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Amazing Flightseeing with Rust’s Flying Service from Lake Hood, Anchorage

Flightseeing with Rust's Flying Service from Anchorage is a beautiful way to see Alaska from a different view. From bear viewing to seeing the stretches of the Alaskan wilderness, these are the details and tips for a great experience.
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Lazy Otter Tours from Whittier: a Unique Way to See Prince William Sound

Lazy Otter Tours in Whittier takes a very different approach to visiting the glaciers of Prince William Sound and Blackstone Bay. See what makes this boat tour near Anchorage more intimate and unique among Alaska glacier cruises.
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The Famous Phillips 26 Glacier Cruise on Prince William Sound

The Phillips 26 Glacier Cruise from Whittier is one of the best boat tours to do near Anchorage. Visiting College Fjord and Blackstone Bay, see what makes this tour so great and good for people with motion sickness.

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