You know the phrase, you don’t really know what you’ve got until it’s gone? Well in this case, you don’t really know what you’ve got until you leave! Here are some of the things people miss most when moving from Alaska.

1) The Midnight Sun.
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Alaska is the land of the Midnight Sun. When you leave, it's hard not to long for those long summer days and long summer nights! Without a doubt, one of the very best parts of living in Alaska.
2) Crowds... what are crowds?
JLS Photography - Alaska | Flickr
It's really not too busy up here in Alaska. Maybe that's what makes life in the last frontier so laid back. Either way, when you leave you will miss the lack of crowds, the small amounts of traffic, and the vague sense that you are very far away from it all.
3) Those snow covered roads.
JLS Photography - Alaska | Flickr
This could be a hit or miss for a lot of people, you let me know... Driving in the snow is something some people miss about Alaska. One, it's fun because... hey you're driving in the snow! And two, it really makes you slow down and smell the roses. You know you're in Alaska when you're entire commute is dependent on the weather and road conditions. Not to mention, who doesn't miss seeing all the fancy, brand new cars in town ALL sporting a shiny new dent within the first week of winter?
4) Planes, pilots, the bush... oh my!
Steve Betts | Flickr
It's hard not to miss all the bush planes and float planes you see on a daily basis in Alaska. Not to mention all of those pilots... ladies. 🙂
5) The fresh air.
JLS Photography - Alaska | Flickr
Alaska is huge and full of fresh air. When you’re moving from Alaska and find yourself in some big city somewhere, you'll breathe in and wish you were back where everything seems bigger, cleaner, and fresher. Am I right?
6) The fresh seafood.
Andy Ciordia | Flickr
All that finger licking seafood is by far the best in Alaska. It’s one of the best parts of living in Alaska.

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7) All those festivals.
Troy B. Thompson | Flickr
The festivals in Alaska are one-of-a-kind. From Fur Rondy to the Alaska Bald Eagle Festival... we celebrate our way of life up here and when you leave you really miss it.
8) The Alaska State Fair!
Michael Hayes | Flickr
I'm pretty sure half of the state attends the Alaska State Fair in Palmer. How many other state fairs can claim that? I'd definitely miss it if I left. It’s one of my favorite things about Alaska!
9) That sweet, sweet money.
Travis | Flickr
DUH of course you miss the PFD. Who doesn't love the extra cash!
10) Snakes!
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Snakes, cockroaches, killer bees... these kinds of pests don't like the cold weather, so when you move make sure you keep an eye out for spiders and creepy crawlies... you're not in Alaska anymore!
11) The incredible night sky.
Trond Kristiansen | Flickr
Trust me, when you leave you will miss the true starry night sky that Alaska has to offer. You'll miss chasing those Northern Lights and feeling like it's the first time seeing them every time.
12) Wildlife encounters.
JLS Photography - Alaska | Flickr
You may not believe me now, but you will come to miss slowing down for moose as they use the same roads as you do.
13) Alaskans.
USFWS Mountain-Prairie | Flickr
But what you'll miss most of all is the people. Alaskans are the greatest group of people around. All of you are adventurous, proud, survivalists that just want to hang out and have a great time.

What else would you miss if you were moving from Alaska? Let us know in the comments below. If you’re traveling, these are 11 Things That Will Always Make Alaskans Think Of Home.

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Megan McDonald | May 12, 2020

Is Alaska a great place to live?

Alaska is an amazing place to live. With 24 hours of light to play in during the summer, and 24 hours of dusk and darkness in the winter to recuperate, this is the perfect place to live if you love both adventure and relaxation. The state is so huge you have different weather patterns, different landscapes, and different wildlife, depending on where you travel to. Whether you crave long, intense, snowy winters, or balmy wet ones right on the coast, Alaska has something for everyone. If you’ve ever thought about living in Alaska, go for it! The only thing better than the landscape are the people. You won’t regret a move here, but you might regret not moving here!

What are the most beautiful places in Alaska?

Alaska is filled with a stunning array of beautiful places. There’s a reason why this state is on everyone’s bucket list. Travelers from all over the world head to Alaska to see some of the most unique and rare beauty on the planet. The geography is breathtaking, and you’ll discover incredible places in Alaska like Denali, the largest mountain in all of North America. Hit the coast and sail through Kenai Fjords, taking in glaciers that drop into the ocean. Or you could head above the Arctic Circle and watch the northern lights play across the Brooks Range. Alaska is filled with over 570,000 square miles of beauty all waiting to be explored. However you choose to experience the state, you won’t be disappointed.

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