Destination Alaska

In this episode, I'll tease some of the exciting new developments in the Alaska Seminar Series for 2026... Give it a quick listen, then go find the destinations you want to visit and listen to those episodes too! If you need help planning your Alaska trip, check out my Alaska trip planning options. Bon voyage!

Want to discover Denali, in 2025? This one's for you! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Vanessa from Discover Denali to discuss what visitors need to know to visit and what's new this coming year. Discover Denali supports the greater Denali area, including the gateway communities for Denali National Park, and many incredible tour operators that help visitors explore Denali. In the Q&A, Vanessa answers the following questions: What are the options for fishing near the national park? What can you advise to see/do/eat in the Healy area? What trails would you recommend in or out of the park for great views? How would you split up three days total in the Denali area? This is the audio-only version of the Denali video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Denali: Discover Denali (official website) Discover Denali on Facebook Discover Denali on Instagram As I say in the video, Denali is one of my favorite places in Alaska, so I have LOTS of resources to help you visit: Best things to do Where to eat Where to stay My recommended Denali itinerary Why Alaska’s Best National Park Has No Hotel Be sure to check out the Denali section on https://www.valisemag.com/guides/alaska/ for all of them! 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration!

Want to visit Nome, Alaska, in 2025? Look at you, big explorer!! Listen as I sit down (virtually) with Shauntel from the Nome Convention & Visitors Bureau to discuss what visitors need to know to visit and what's new this coming year. Nome is way off the beaten tourist track even by Alaska standards, and there are some important considerations when planning your trip – and some truly unique things to do in Nome (like seeing the end of the Iditarod, of course!!). ***Apologies for the quality of MY audio track – I'm not sure what happened, but Shauntel sounds great!*** In the Q&A, Shauntel answers the following questions: What are the main differences between Nome and Kotzebue? How can I experience gold rush history in Nome? Are rental cars or public transportation available in Nome? Do I need a car? What do I need to pack for Nome specifically? Are there any snow machine tours to get out and explore beyond town? This is the audio-only version of the Nome video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Nome: Visit Nome (official website) Visit Nome on Facebook Visit Nome on Instagram As I have never been to Nome 😱 I don't have any resources from my blog... yet!! (🤞 for 2025!) 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025 (While I don't cover Nome in these packs, you can use it to plan the rest of your Alaska trip!) 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration!

Want to visit Juneau, Alaska, in 2025? This Southeast Alaska community is the capital – and also an epicenter of culture, cuisine, and much more. Listen in I sit down (virtually) with Kristi from Travel Juneauto discuss what visitors need to know to plan a visit – and a bunch of exciting new developments happening in 2025. In the Q&A section, Kristi answers the following questions: What happened with the flood there? Will it happen more often with climate change? Recommended restaurants in Juneau & best hiking trails? Can you explain the differences in dog sledding tours on the glacier vs not? How can you get from Juneau to Glacier Bay NP? This is the audio-only version of the Juneau video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Juneau: Travel Juneau (official website) Travel Juneau on Facebook Travel Juneau on Instagram 📚 Plus here are some of my own resources to help you visit: Things to do in Juneau Where to Eat in Juneau Where to Stay in Juneau: How to Spend One Day in Juneau The Best Juneau Shore Excursions 🤑 Save $500 off your Southeast Alaska cruise with Uncruise; just use code VAL500 when booking online or over the phone. 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

Want to visit Skagway, Alaska, in 2025? This Southeast Alaska community has something for everyone, from history and culture to hand-crafted spirits and adventure. Listen in as I sit down (virtually) with Jaime from the Skagway Visitor Department to discuss what visitors need to know to plan a visit – and what you need to know specifically about visiting Skagway this year. In the Q&A section, Jaime answers the following questions: Would you still recommend the train if we are taking the train to the Princess Denali Lodge? What is a good way to spend the second half of a port day after riding the White Pass Railway? What tips do you have for RV travel to Skagway? Do you have tips for dog-friendly Skagway activities, etc.? What are the options for getting to Dyea on your own? This is the audio-only version of the Skagway video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Skagway: Skagway.com (official website) Skagway Visitor Department on Facebook Explore Skagway on Instagram 📚 Plus here are some of my own resources to help you visit: Things to do in Skagway Where to Eat in Skagway Where to Stay in Skagway How to Spend One Day in Skagway Best Skagway Shore Excursions 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

Planning to visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in 2025 as part of an Alaska trip? Listen to this first! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Jamie, public relations officer for Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve, to discuss what visitors need to know and updates for visitors this coming year. This is the audio-only version of the Wrangell-St. Elias video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Wrangell-St. Elias: Wrangell-St.Elias National Park & Preserve (official NPS website) WSENP on Facebook WSENP on Instagram Y'all if you can believe it I do NOT have any blog resources about Wrangell-St. Elias as... I haven't been to this park yet. 🫣 Fingers crossed for 2025 though!! 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

Planning to visit Palmer, Wasilla, Talkeetna, or somewhere else in the Matanuska-Susitna (aka Mat-Su) Valley in 2025 as part of an Alaska trip? You're gonna want to listen to this first! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Justin from the Mat-Su Convention & Visitors Bureau to discuss visiting this region and what you need to know specifically for visiting this year. In the Q&A section, Justin answers the following questions: Where to eat??!! (for families/non-foodies and those who are into the gourmet experience) What farms can you visit without having to sign up for a 3rd party tour? Where can you find souvenirs - both touristy and locally crafted? Is Hatcher Pass better from the Palmer or Willow side? Where can you park with an RV in the various parts of the Mat-Su Valley? This is the audio-only version of the Mat-Su video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to the Mat-Su: Visit Mat-Su (official website) Visit the Mat-Su on Facebook Mat-Su Valley on Instagram Y'all if you can believe it I do NOT have any blog resources about the Mat-Su Valley as of releasing this video... 🫣 I do have some articles on my to-write list, so I'll add them here once they're live! 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🤑 Save 10% off any guided hiking tour with Revel Treks & Tours; no code necessary, just use my special link! 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

Want to visit Whittier in 2023? Of course you do! Listen to the audio-only version of this live seminar and Q&A with Lisa, a representative of the Whittier Chamber of Commerce, for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Whittier and the surrounding region this year. In this episode, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Whittier, including getting there and things to do ★ Basics of where to stay ★ Whittier food and drink – and what you *must* try As well as new experiences to have in Whittier in 2023, including: ★ New boats and glacier tours in Prince William Sound ★ Brand new tour companies and tours to book ★ And a really exciting development coming in 2024... In the Q&A section, Lisa answers the following questions: What is the best way to get around town if you arrive by train? What suggestions do you have for camping in the Whittier area? If you had to choose a boat tour to view glaciers, which would you do: Whittier or Seward? (I also have a blog post addressing this exact question!) What are some good things to do in Whittier with two little ones? What are the options for visiting Whittier in the winter? Have other questions about visiting Anchorage? Here's what to do: Head on over to my Alaska Travel Guide – I've got Whittier articles to help you plan Visit the Whittier Chamber website for official travel resources. This episode was originally released as part of my 2023 Alaska Seminar Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

Planning to visit Skagway in 2023? Whether you're taking a cruise or traveling there on your own by ferry, plane, or vehicle, this one's for you. Listen to the audio-only version of a live seminar and Q&A with Wendy from Explore Skagway for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Skagway and the surrounding region this year. In this episode, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Skagway, including different seasons ★ The #1 thing you must do when visiting Skagway ★ How to get to Skagway – you've got choices! As well as new experiences to have in Skagway in 2023, including: ★ Several centennial and milestone celebrations happening this year ★ Special events happening throughout the year in Skagway ★ Tips on visiting in the shoulder season (especially as more Alaska cruises are happening in April and September/October!) In the Q&A section, Wendy answers the following questions: For those of us not coming on a cruise, how many days do you recommend in Skagway? Can you tell me about day trips from Skagway NOT on a tour? What's the difference between the White Pass & Yukon Route train experience and other rides on the Alaska Railroad? Any suggestions for toddler-friendly activities? Are there thrift shops in Skagway? Have other questions about visiting Skagway? Here's what to do: Head on over to my Alaska Travel Guide – I've got Skagway articles to help you plan! Visit the Explore Skagway website for official travel resources. This episode was originally released as part of my 2023 Alaska Seminar Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

Planning to visit Seward, Alaska in 2023? This one's for you! Listen to the audio-only version of my live seminar and Q&A with Jessica from Visit Seward for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Seward and the surrounding region this year. In this episode, we cover:★ Basic info about visiting Seward, where it is, and what makes it special★ How to get to Seward★ Top things to do in Seward As well as new experiences to have in Seward in 2023, including: ★ Exciting events happening this year ★ The 2023 events calendar for Seward to help you plan for special events In the Q&A section, Jessica answers the following questions: What days do cruise ships dock in Seward? What are the options for camping in Seward? What are the options for luggage storage after getting off a cruise ship before a train or bus to Anchorage? What are some of the best hiking trails accessible from town? Can you provide some information on getting shuttle services to the Exit Glacier? What are the options for a half-day fishing charter? If you could eat at one restaurant in Seward, where would it be? Have other questions about visiting Seward? Here's what to do: Head on over to my Alaska Travel Guide – I've got Seward articles to help you plan! Visit the Visit Seward website for official travel resources. (You can find their social media accounts there too!) This episode was originally released as part of my 2023 Alaska Seminar Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.