Great Alaskan Holidays Marks 35th Anniversary
This year Great Alaskan Holidays, Alaska’s largest RV rental, sales, and service business, celebrates its 35th anniversary in Alaska’s travel, tourism, and leisure industry.
Tag: Visitor Industry
Iron Dog
Nowhere is this love of snowmachining more obvious than during the Iron Dog, when seventy-two riders set off across the state in one of the longest and most challenging snowmachine races in the world.
Backcountry Riding on a “Snow Pony”
Snowmachining is a truly exciting way to experience Alaska’s backcountry with its towering mountain peaks silhouetted against an immense expanse of sky; unmatchable shades of blue captured in glacial ice; and networks of trails winding through thick forests and over frozen lakes.
Building a New Bridge Among Thousands of Bears in Katmai National Park & Preserve
STG Incorporated recently completed the construction of a new bridge and walkway over the Brooks River in Katmai National Park and Preserve for the National Park Service.
Lake Clark National Park and Preserve Opens Second Public Use Cabin in Historic Prospector’s Log Home
Lake Clark National Park and Preserve recently opened its second public use cabin. The historic Joe Thompson cabin is at the base of the newly revitalized Portage Creek Trail on the north shore of Lake Clark about thirteen miles from Port Alsworth.
Princess Cruises Dedicates Totem Pole to Ketchikan to Commemorate 50th Year Sailing to Alaska
To thank the local community of Ketchikan, Alaska for supporting Princess Cruises over the last fifty years, the cruise line recently hosted a special golden anniversary ceremony at the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau to dedicate a specially-crafted totem pole to this charming coastal town.
Alaska Airlines’ Newest Painted Pixar-Themed Aircraft Showcases Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park
In collaboration with the Disneyland Resort, Alaska Airlines showcased its latest special-edition aircraft livery today that offers a whimsical tribute to Pixar Pier, a reimagined land at Disney California Adventure Park.
Winter is Coming, but Denali Still Has Much to Offer
Denali National Park is still open during the winter and there is much to do.
Denali National Park and Preserve Seeks Feedback on Kantishna and Wonder Lake Planning Effort
The National Park Service is exploring ways to provide and support additional recreational use in the Kantishna and Wonder Lake areas of Denali National Park.
Alaska Airlines, Aircraft Technicians Ratify Final Transition Agreement in Virgin America Merger
Alaska Airlines’ 900 Airbus and Boeing aircraft technicians have ratified a Transition Agreement and an Integrated Seniority List.