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Explore 36 Alaska travel stories from Adventure Life, featuring expert insights, destination highlights, and firsthand experiences from ancient and culturally rich sites. Whether you’re planning your next adventure in 2026 or 2027, these stories offer inspiration for exploring ruins, archaeological wonders, and hidden historical gems across the globe. Learn from the journeys of fellow travelers and discover meaningful ways to connect with the past through thoughtful travel. Let these Alaska stories guide your path into history.
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Juneau, Alaska

Family Expedition in Alaska

Our family joined a small ship expedition cruise to explore Alaska's inside passage.
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Witness incredible wildlife migrations

Top 5 Wildlife Destinations

What are the top five destinations if you want to see incredible animals? At the top of our list: Africa, Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Alaska, and Costa Rica! Spread across five distinct ecological zones from the northernmost tip of the globe down to its frigid south pole, Adventure Life has tours that will immerse you in the best wildlife.
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Wolves nuzzling in the snow

Mating Season

Mating season – the best time of year for wildlife enthusiasts! With destinations to every corner of the globe, Adventure Life is your key to seeing nature's most fascinating breeding rituals, from the dance of the blue-footed boobies in the Galapagos Islands to the playful, nuzzling interactions of the wolves of Yellowstone.
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Just a comparison in size

The Small Ship Advantage

Learn the BIG differences of small ship expeditions compared to the huge, more traditional cruises. Fewer passengers means having the complete attention of the crew, personalized activities, and more time to really explore Alaska!
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Alaska cruise and wildlife viewing tours

Alaska Cruise: When to Go?

Is it best to go on an Alaskan cruise in the highest season, warmest months of July and August? Or do the shoulder months of June and September have advantages? The time that you choose to travel depends on your personal interests & desires. Our Alaska cruise experts reveal their recommendations.
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Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska

Where should I go in Alaska?

Alaska's natural riches offer visitors the chance the explore some of the United State's most amazing landscapes. Discover locations such as Katmai National Park, Inside Passage, Glacier Bay National Park, Fairbanks, or Denali National Park for a remarkable experience.
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Breaching Orca Whale

Top Alaska Cruise Ports

Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, Haines, Sitka, Wrangell, and Thorne Bay are the best ports of call for cruises throughout Alaska. The state of Alaska is unrivaled in the United States as a place to discover the breathtaking wilderness, history, and culture that surrounds the Northwest.
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Alaskan totem poles

Alaska Overview

Our nation's 49th state went unnoticed by travelers for so long. This introduction to Alaska gives just a few of the reasons why it is now being recognized as such an attractive destination. Alaska offers unique experiences right within our own country for savvy and novice travelers alike.
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Bear sighting in Alaska

Wildlife of Alaska

Alaska's animals will be the stars of the show during your visit! Several species of bears and moose dominate the landscape, while seals and seabirds inhabit the coastlines. Whale watching is a major attraction, and you may even get a lucky glimpse of playful sea otters. Prepare yourself for a WILD experience!
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12 Must-Do Experiences in Alaska: Unforgettable Adventures & Sights

Discover 12 unforgettable experiences in Asia that will leave you spellbound with their beauty, culture, and adventure.
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Catching the Northern Lights from the deck of the Wilderness Discoverer

Whales, Glaciers, and Railroads: A Journey Through Alaska's Wild Beauty

My Alaskan adventure was the perfect mix of coastal wonder and inland discovery. I kayaked through icy waters, watched whales and orcas surface just yards away, and hiked through forests that felt completely untouched. The rail journey offered sweeping views of mountains and valleys, while the cruise revealed glacier-filled bays I’ll never …
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Traveler on a glacier tour of Alaska.

Introduction to Alaska

Alaska has recently gained incredible popularity as a travel destination. Our trips can help you discover the many reasons why! From the beautiful panhandle to cozy fishing communities, get an introduction to some of Alaska's most popular highlights and celebrated attributes.
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Coastal Brown Bear, Salmon Stream on Chichagof Island

Alaska's Inside Passage

Traveling Alaska's Inside Passage from Juneau to Sitka on the National Geographic Quest
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Kodiak bears in Alaska

Best Small Ship Expedition Cruises to Alaska

Discover the best small ship cruises in Alaska for an intimate, wildlife-rich adventure. Explore glaciers, fjords, and remote wilderness up close.
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Top Alaska Cruise Ports

Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, Haines, Sitka, Wrangell, and Thorne Bay are the best ports of call for cruises throughout Alaska. The state of Alaska is unrivaled in the United States as a place to discover the breathtaking wilderness, history, and culture that surrounds the Northwest. Juneau Often a starting point for Alaska cruises, the …
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Large group of seals

Best Time to Take an Alaskan Cruise

The best time to take an Alaskan cruise is April through September with July and August being the highest season attracting the most travelers. Convention holds that the best months to cruise Alaska are July and August when the temperatures are at their highest and the weather is generally sunnier. However, the best time for Alaska cruises depends on your personal preferences.
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Hiking in Denali

Kevin's Too-Quick Alaska Visit

A quick end-of-summer trip, based around a wedding of old friends in Homer, Alaska. But as a trip planner at Adventure Life, one can never pass up the opportunity to explore a new place. And surprise... more old friends at the lodge in Denali National Park!
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Mendenhall Glacier with field of Fireweed in Juneau, Alaska

Wild Alaska!

Enter an untamed wilderness that allows opportunities to have up close experiences with the natural wonders of Alaska. Moose, caribou, brown & black bears, and bald eagles greet you as you explore by land. While cruising, keep an eye out for humpback whales, orcas, otters, and porpoises. Zodiac and kayak excursions give access to more …
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Icebergs everywhere in Tracy Arm Ford

Alaskan Suntan

An incredible 8 days in Alaska filled with wildlife, adventure, cultural encounters, laughter, and unexpected SUNSHINE!
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Root Glacier

Adventures with Baby - Alaska!

Wherein my husband and I take our 6-month-old on a self-drive tour in Alaska. We rented a camper van and explored the Kenai Peninsula, Anchorage and the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. And we learned how (and how not!) to travel with baby.
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Gazing into Alaska wilderness

Our Family Alaska Trip

We'll never forget our family trip to Alaska and all the adventure we enjoyed together. We spent time at Camp Denali and hiking the surrounding area. The boys enjoyed hiking up to the peaks and riding the Alaskan railway to explore the countryside. We covered so much ground and saw a Moose grazing with her calves. Later we viewed the mountain …
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Tlingit boy

Our Alaskan Gold Rush Cruise

A fun-filled historical cruise that took my sister and I through Southeast Alaska from Juneau down to Seattle in August. We saw living history with our crew from the Gold Rush era. There was not a dull moment with wildlife and culture abounding, especially the whales!
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Harbor seals in Glacier Bay

Juneau Alaska

Juneau is Alaska's capital city, and though not the largest, it may be the most full of contrast. It is bustling metropolis in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
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Gold rush characters wave to neighboring cruisers

Unexpected History

Ancestors of the Alaska Natives are believed to have migrated into the area thousands of years ago then never moved any farther south. Throughout the Arctic and northern areas, these people established varying indigenous cultures. Tlingit, Haida, and Inupiaq are just a few of the various indigenous groups of Alaska.
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