What is there to do in Anchorage, Alaska?
I am in the Air Force Reserve and headed to Anchorage, AK soon. What is there to do up there? I like taking pictures (I work for a newspaper as a civilian). I will only be there for two weeks and won't be able to travel more than 150 miles from Elmendorf AFB.
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If you like fishing salmon season starts in April i thing go to kenai on kenai river..Lot's of fun...
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well if you like to fish there are some good red saukeye guides around
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I would head to Eklutna,,,,It is about 15 miles north of Anchorage towards wasilla. It is an old Russian cemetery that has Spirit houses.Only about half of a mile off the interstate, Also South of Anchorage is very pretty...I would try to avoid Anchorage itself.
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Well, if you are going to visit soon, it is still going to be winter conditions. A little after that, will be break up season, which I think, is the ugliest time of year to visit. No real salmon fishing this time of year to speak of. A guy mentioned before about Kenai, which is wonderful in the summer and great fishing, but is about a 4.5 hour drive without traffic and might not be the best place to visit in March/April. As far as pictures, you could always head toward Alyeska, the route is very scenic and would offer several pull offs with great photo opportunites. There are waterfalls alongside the road and a lot of the time, wildlife as well. You could also try heading North towards the Valley. I would check out Hatcher's Pass. You can drive up quite a ways and take beautiful pictures looking down at the Matanuska Valley/Rivers . Something to keep in mind, is that this is Alaska and it still gets dark a whole lost sooner than the Lower 48. You don't want to drive all the way out to these places and find that it's 4 in the afternoon and dark out. Kind of ruins the picture. Both Alyeska and the Valley are less than 150 mi. from the AFB. Alyeska is probably an hour drive outside Anch. and the Valley is a quick 45 min. to Palmer, then maybe another 30 or so to get up Hatchers. Both are well worth it! As far as Anchorage goes, I'm not a huge fan. Lived in Alaska for 26 years and never really go unless I have to. I know a lot of people enjoy going to Koot's (If you want to go out). I'm sure if you ask anyone where to go out, especially if you are not from around here, they will tell you to check out Chilkoot Charlies. It is worth checking out. Anyways, hope that this helps... If you ever get the chance to come back up, come during the summer. There is so much more to do... millions of possibilities. Good Luck and enjoy our beautiful State.
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Affordable places to stay in or near Anchorage, Alaska?
I am going to be traveling to Anchorage in the beginning of September and have been looking for places to stay and everything that I have been finding has seemed extremely expensive. Does anyone out there know of someplace in or near Anchorage that is reasonably priced?? And if you know of some places or areas that I wouldn't want a place to stay at please let me know that to. Thanks in advance!!!
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Super 8 motel in Anchorage.
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Google "youth hostel anchorage" and 10 different hostels pop up. We have a different au pair living with us each year and several of them have used the youth hostels when they take a trip to Anchorage. Probably your cheapest option (other than camping) if you're a tourist here or while looking for a place to rent long-term. You don't have to be a student or a youth to stay. Just willing to share a same-sex room with 4-6 people. With showers down the hall. Hotels along Spenard (fairly close to the airport) tend to be older, cheaper, and sometimes seedier than ones downtown or mid-town. Friends have had good luck with priceline.com if they ask for about $90 rooms during the summer, $55 or so in winter. Beginning of September is very much shoulder season. Things are tapering off, but we're over the peak season of June-July-August. Willing to pay more, and I like the Voyager downtown. mini-kitchens in the rooms, with dishes, big rooms, friendly. Convenient downtown location. A lot of Alaskans use them when they have to be in Anchorage. Not cheap, but not more expensive then anyone else, either. They drop their rates a lot in winter.
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I am going to be traveling to Anchorage in the beginning of September and have been looking for places to stay and everything that I have been finding has seemed extremely expensive. Does anyone out there know of someplace in or near Anchorage that is reasonably priced?? And if you know of some places or areas that I wouldn't want a place to stay at please let me know that to. Thanks in advance!!!
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Super 8 motel in Anchorage.
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Google "youth hostel anchorage" and 10 different hostels pop up. We have a different au pair living with us each year and several of them have used the youth hostels when they take a trip to Anchorage. Probably your cheapest option (other than camping) if you're a tourist here or while looking for a place to rent long-term. You don't have to be a student or a youth to stay. Just willing to share a same-sex room with 4-6 people. With showers down the hall. Hotels along Spenard (fairly close to the airport) tend to be older, cheaper, and sometimes seedier than ones downtown or mid-town. Friends have had good luck with priceline.com if they ask for about $90 rooms during the summer, $55 or so in winter. Beginning of September is very much shoulder season. Things are tapering off, but we're over the peak season of June-July-August. Willing to pay more, and I like the Voyager downtown. mini-kitchens in the rooms, with dishes, big rooms, friendly. Convenient downtown location. A lot of Alaskans use them when they have to be in Anchorage. Not cheap, but not more expensive then anyone else, either. They drop their rates a lot in winter.
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Is there a ferry that runs from Anchorage to Cordova?
I'm going to travel to Alaska next month. I've found that the cheapest way to get from Anchorage to Cordova is by ferry. But I didn't find any information about ferry schedule. I'll appreciate for any help.
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Simply google "Alaska Marine Highway" and you will find the ferry schedule. You need to sign up and pay for your Cordova trip asap! That ferry is not run very often and it books up early!! The ferry does not go from Anchorage to Cordova. It leaves from Seward - about a 2 hour drive from Anchorage.
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I'm going to travel to Alaska next month. I've found that the cheapest way to get from Anchorage to Cordova is by ferry. But I didn't find any information about ferry schedule. I'll appreciate for any help.
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Simply google "Alaska Marine Highway" and you will find the ferry schedule. You need to sign up and pay for your Cordova trip asap! That ferry is not run very often and it books up early!! The ferry does not go from Anchorage to Cordova. It leaves from Seward - about a 2 hour drive from Anchorage.
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Is it safe for my dog to travel in the cargo area of the plane?
I'm flying from Phoenix to Anchorage on Friday for 2 weeks to visit my mom. I'm EXTREMELY worried about taking my Labrador, Toby. I really want him to come with me, but I am not willing to expose him to any type of danger. Has anyone had any experiences with having their pets travel in cargo? I'm worried about the temperatures, and whether he will be stressed or could get hurt. I will give best answer. Thanks!
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There is no reason for you to take your dog for that sort of time. You should leave him at home with a friend or in a kennel. There's no reason to take the risk.
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The airlines will only allow dogs to be shipped if the temperatures are within an acceptable range. Check with the airlines for what those figures are. As for any stress, they quickly get over it unless the dog is very high anxiety to start with.
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That's how ALL animals travel.
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It should be fine. Airlines are used to dealing with animals. When we moved from Japan to the United States we brought our dog with us and she did just fine down in the cargo area for the 10+ hour flight. If you dog has all of it's shots he should be fine
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Vist you local vet to get some stress pills. Make sure you dog is comfee and relaxed. Give your dog the stress pills and Toby should be fine. Good luck! :)
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I'm flying from Phoenix to Anchorage on Friday for 2 weeks to visit my mom. I'm EXTREMELY worried about taking my Labrador, Toby. I really want him to come with me, but I am not willing to expose him to any type of danger. Has anyone had any experiences with having their pets travel in cargo? I'm worried about the temperatures, and whether he will be stressed or could get hurt. I will give best answer. Thanks!
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There is no reason for you to take your dog for that sort of time. You should leave him at home with a friend or in a kennel. There's no reason to take the risk.
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The airlines will only allow dogs to be shipped if the temperatures are within an acceptable range. Check with the airlines for what those figures are. As for any stress, they quickly get over it unless the dog is very high anxiety to start with.
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That's how ALL animals travel.
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It should be fine. Airlines are used to dealing with animals. When we moved from Japan to the United States we brought our dog with us and she did just fine down in the cargo area for the 10+ hour flight. If you dog has all of it's shots he should be fine
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Vist you local vet to get some stress pills. Make sure you dog is comfee and relaxed. Give your dog the stress pills and Toby should be fine. Good luck! :)
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how expensive is to travel from seward`s port to anchorage`s airport, and how long is the trip, is it easy?
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Do you mean from the city of Seward (Alaska) to Anchorage? They are not that far apart by Alaska standards, maybe 120 miles. Figure on $30 or so for a bus or up to $100 for a cab. There's good roads all the way but you never know what kind of weather you'll get this time of year. There are a couple of places between Seward and Anchorage that get blasted with snow in the winter.
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Do you mean from the city of Seward (Alaska) to Anchorage? They are not that far apart by Alaska standards, maybe 120 miles. Figure on $30 or so for a bus or up to $100 for a cab. There's good roads all the way but you never know what kind of weather you'll get this time of year. There are a couple of places between Seward and Anchorage that get blasted with snow in the winter.
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