Alaskan Frontier Gardens Recently my bed and breakfast, Alaskan Frontier Gardens, B&B hosted guests from Mexico City. They were here in Alaska on their honeymoon, staying for a week. There were two things they wanted to see while they were … Continue reading
What’s (Almost) Better than Staying in One of Anchorage’s Great Bed and Breakfast Inns? Getting an Award from the Anchorage Alaska Bed and Breakfast Association! AABBA 2013 Award Winners Shine! The Anchorage Alaska Bed and Breakfast Association (AABBA) recently … Continue reading
Turnagain Arm – L Roth As with everyday life, the summer season passed by too quickly. In south-central Alaska, summer was beautiful, fall was wet, and winter is around the corner. With the approach of darkness comes the Bed & … Continue reading
Over the last two weekends, I traveled north and south across Alaska. The combined trip focused on four of Alaska’s 12 numbered highways (yes, only 12 criss-cross this large state!) The Parks, The Richardson, The Seward, and the Sterling Highways … Continue reading
Independence Mine – L. Roth Independence Mine: What a wonderful day trip from Anchorage, straight into Alaska’s history. Drive about 2 hours north and get to walk through time by visiting the Independence Gold Mine located on the Palmer side … Continue reading
Potter Marsh Viewing Area Today was one of those days to take a ride and view the wonders of Turnagain Arm. For years, I have wanted to take a ride to Hope, Alaska. Today was the day. Loaded the dogs … 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
Well, we now have that white stuff on the ground called “SNOW” and more is forecast for this weekend . It is a beautiful time in Alaska with lots of winter activities. Downhill skiing and snowboarding on several slopes around … Continue reading
So. You’re coming to visit Alaska? You are spending some time in Anchorage? Well, you’ll want to know the places that locals vote as the best of the best when it comes to the arts, “Made in Alaska” products, eating … Continue reading
Did you get to tour the Port of Anchorage in previous years? You have more opportunities this year! On Sunday August 19, September 16, and October 21, you can hop a bus at the Alaska Railroad Corporate Office (after parking … Continue reading
