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1. Denali National Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Ketchikan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Mendenhall Glacier

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4. Glacier Bay National Park

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5. Hubbard Glacier

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6. Talkeetna

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7. Skagway

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8. Sitka

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9. Homer

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10. Northern Lights in Fairbanks

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11. Anchorage

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12. Valdez

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13. Seward, Alaska

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14. Haines

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15. Tracy Arm Fjord

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16. Tongass National Forest

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17. Alaska Highway

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18. Columbia Glacier

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19. Kenai Fjords National Park

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20. Matanuska Glacier

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21. Girdwood

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22. Black Sand Beach

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23. Fort Abercrombie State Park

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24. Schooner Beach

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25. The Homer Spit

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Alaska is famous for its stunning scenery, giant glaciers, pristine forests, romantic lodges, and abundant wildlife.
  • See the highest mountain in North America.
  • Watch the Northern Lights and drive along the 1,500-mile Alaska Highway.
  • Explore Alaska’s charming towns and cities, including Juneau, Anchorage, Ketchikan, and many others.

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Annual Alaska Events:
- Juneau Maritime Festival - May 4-5, 2025
- Alaska State Fair - Palmer, Every August
- Blueberry Arts Festival - Ketchikan, Every August
- Sitka WhaleFest - Sitka, November 1st-3rd
- Seward 4th of July Celebration - Seward, Every 4th of July
- Nenana Ice Classic - Nenana, April/May
- Alyeska Resort Blueberry Festival - Every August

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