Here in the 49th state, we are observing the 49th anniversary of the largest earthquake to ever hit the North American continent. We’re speaking of the Great Alaskan Quake, which struck at 5:36 p.m. on March 27th, 1964. … Continue reading
“Let’s Rondy!” Walking around Anchorage in February of each year, you’ll hear people saying that. What the heck does it mean? Well, my dear Adventurous Traveler…the Fur Rendezvous Festival is a significant part of the history and tradition of Anchorage! … Continue reading
Every month in Alaska is great, but many Alaskans think August is one of the nicest times of the year. Some of us get particularly excited about the Alaska State Fair, held just outside Palmer, an FDR New Deal colony … Continue reading
Jim & Judy of Judy’s Touch of Class B&B If you were not in the Egan Center this last Thursday, you missed a fabulous event hosted by Visit Anchorage, formerly known as the ACVB. Kari Sellars of Visit Anchorage led a … Continue reading
With the midnight sun high overhead, the colossal, boreal forest of the Chugach Mountain Range looming on the horizon, and the sparkling waters of Cook Inlet summoning like a siren, Anchorage provides endless possibilities for adventure and entertainment at every … Continue reading
It’s that time of year again… reserve March 4th! AND…this year there will be no concerns about snow. The great race, as we locals like to call it, is an opportunity to participate in a major athletic event without being … Continue reading
Anchorage’s 2011-2012 winter brought a particularly cold January and far more snow than usual. It would be easy to succumb to cabin fever while remaining indoors. Why become increasingly irritated with everyone and anything? Anchorage is throwing a party and everyone … Continue reading
See a show, stay a night…get more at a B&B! With the recent sell-out of “Beauty and the Beast” presented by the Anchorage Concert Association (ACA) at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts (otherwise known as … Continue reading
Anchorage Folk Festival Weekend – What a Treat! Hello again from JoAnna at Planet Anchorage B&B. I attended the Opening Night of the Folk Festival and picked up a schedule for the entire program Jan 19-29th 2012. Thursday night was … Continue reading
Anchorage Folk Festival 2012: First Night! B&B hosts are also active community members. Here is a first hand report from one regarding a wonderful, free, two-week long event that gets those in Anchorage to brave the cold and dark of … Continue reading
