Here Are The 20 Worst Mistakes Tourists Make While Visiting Alaska
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Alaska is a big, mighty and unforgiving beast. For tourists and new residents alike, the lifestyle up here can be quite the adjustment. The simplest things like taking a walk into the woods or out on the beach can actually be very dangerous, deadly mistakes if you’re not properly prepared. Then there are those things that you’d think would be common sense – like driving the speed limit, not approaching wildlife, bringing a map and using your manners. Check out the 20 worst mistakes that tourists make while visiting Alaska and be prepared to nod your head in agreement.
It's their land and we're just playing on it. So even if they take over your favorite fishing spots, your best bet is to walk away slowly and let them rule the roost.
You can see some beautiful sights, but the real/raw Alaska is experienced when you leave the herd and break off on your own.
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With hundreds of miles of road system, you'll be missing all the good stuff if you just rely on public transportation.
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And when you are driving in Alaska, don't expect a great GPS signal. A road map is crucial for those no-service areas.
Same goes for the AM/FM radio. Without service, you won't have much access to summer jams. So be prepared and bring some music.
With the most epic camping spots in the world, you'll be selling yourself short if you spend every night in a hotel. We guarantee that!
Can you say... mouth-watering Alaska king crab or scrumptious reindeer dogs? Yes, please!
We will just go for the gold here and say that we for SURE have the best bakeries in the world. Two Sisters in Homer and the Bake Shop in Girdwood are a couple others that are wow-worthy.
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Our greatest claim to fame... you better put it on your bucket list!
Gun recommended but bear spray should do the trick. If you forgot it, turn around and get it before taking one step further.
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It might be sunny at sunrise but by noon it could be raining and by early afternoon you might see a snowflake or two. Why? Because it's Alaska and that is just how mother nature rolls up here!
Were just over it. Please stop with the questions. If you must ask, seek Google for approval.
We understand... the sights are dreamy. But when you're going 30 in a 55 zone, you make us angry. Very, very angry.
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That is one very dangerous and uber-sucking mistake that you just don't want to make.
Oh, you're tired? That's nice. But if you miss a spectacular Northern Lights show, you'll regret it for the rest of your life. So suck it up, buttercup!
They say that real Alaska begins when you leave the city. So leave the rush behind you and never look back. You will forever be changed.
Sure the sun might not set until 1am. But, hey - it's Alaska. When in Rome...
Oh and did we mention that you have to be up again at 4am? Worth it!
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If you haven't already realized, Alaska has some of the best people on the planet. So if you come here with a face-paced agenda, we will ask you to go home (and only come back when you've had a good attitude adjustment). Please and thank you!
Those sharp hooks are hard to dodge when the salmon start running. So if you like both of your eyes, we recommend NEVER forgetting your shades!
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