Posted in Alaska
October 10, 2017
11 Small Towns In Alaska That Are Excellent Places To Live
Alaska is a land of small towns separated by vast stretches of wilderness and miles of highways. These small towns are as charming as the people are friendly. Drop everything and move to a tiny town where the air is clear, the scenery is killer and the people are fiercely individual.
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Seward is known for being breathtakingly beautiful on a clear day. This oceanside spot offers access to the Kenai Fjords National Park and the amazing Alaska Sea Life Center.
This Charming Alaska Town Is Picture Perfect For An Autumn Day Trip
This Charming Alaska Town Is Picture Perfect For An Autumn Day Trip
Rich with Alaskan history, this town has survived an almost complete rebuild after the Good Friday Earthquake and Tsunami. Valdez is in the heart of Prince William Sound with some of the world's highest coastal mountains, covered in enchanting waterfalls.
Valdez Is One Of The Most Important Towns In Alaska, And It’s Loaded With History
Valdez Is One Of The Most Important Towns In Alaska, And It’s Loaded With History
Sitka lies on the Pacific Ocean in the shadow of the lovely Mount Edgecumbe, a picturesque dormant volcano. This seaside town is the place to dine on wild Alaskan seafood and hike in the temperate rainforest.
The Rainforest Getaway In Alaska That’s Hard To Get To, But Worth The Trip
The Rainforest Getaway In Alaska That’s Hard To Get To, But Worth The Trip
Just a short drive south of Anchorage is the tiny mountain town of Girdwood where the skiing is world-class, the hotels are luxurious, the bakery is a legend and the Chugach Mountains reign supreme.
These 10 Alaska Towns Might Be Tiny… But Their Restaurants Are Amazing
These 10 Alaska Towns Might Be Tiny… But Their Restaurants Are Amazing
In Bethel, there are few cars, but it seems like everyone has a boat! This hub of southwestern Alaska is known for having the best sunsets in the state.
What Life Is Like Inside The Tiny Town In Alaska Where Almost Nobody Owns A Car
What Life Is Like Inside The Tiny Town In Alaska Where Almost Nobody Owns A Car
On the Glenn Highway in the Talkeetna and Chugach mountains, the tiny town of Chickaloon is a popular launching pad for outdoor adventures on the Matanuska River from glacier hiking, ice climbing and white water rafting.
13 Amazing Natural Wonders Hiding In Plain Sight In Alaska — No Hiking Required
13 Amazing Natural Wonders Hiding In Plain Sight In Alaska — No Hiking Required
Hyder lies just over the Canadian border in Southeast Alaska and features beautiful hiking, friendly folks and several saloons. Get "Hyderized" and you may never want to leave.
This Tiny Town In Alaska Is Like Nowhere Else On Earth
This Tiny Town In Alaska Is Like Nowhere Else On Earth
Kotzebue, the small town in Western Alaska, lies just above the Arctic Circle. The streets are lined with brightly colored wooden houses that face the vastness of the Kotzebue Sound.
Visit This Little Known Town For A True Alaskan Adventure
Visit This Little Known Town For A True Alaskan Adventure
This town on the mighty Susitna River, with access to Denali and the Alaska Range, has it all. Talkeetna boasts excellent outdoor opportunities, amazing pizza and local brew, a raucous dance hall, and the mayor is a cat. Who could ask for anything more?
These 10 Alaska Towns Might Be Tiny… But Their Restaurants Are Amazing
These 10 Alaska Towns Might Be Tiny… But Their Restaurants Are Amazing
Hope is a charming, historic town with great access to outdoor activities. In this convenient spot for a weekend escape from Anchorage, the laid back vibe will may it terribly hard to leave.
The Most Criminally Overlooked Town In Alaska And Why You Need To Visit
The Most Criminally Overlooked Town In Alaska And Why You Need To Visit
This little berg is on the ocean side of the world's longest highway tunnel has numerous glaciers only a kayak trip away, hikes to gorgeous spots, and a creepy abandoned building. A stop for both the train and the Alaska Marine Highway, find your way to Whittier and you will fall under the spell of this unique, and uniquely beautiful place.
Its Impossible Not To Love The Most Eccentric Town In Alaska
Its Impossible Not To Love The Most Eccentric Town In Alaska
Make sure you visit all of these charming towns before moving to one. Each one has its own personality, but they are all wonderful places to live, the kind you only find in Alaska.
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