Chasing Glaciers and Whales: Kenai Fjords National Park Boat Tour

A boat tour in Kenai Fjords National Park is one of those rare adventures that leave you both humbled and speechless. From massive tidewater glaciers to pods of orcas slicing through turquoise water, the entire day felt like experience an endless nature documentary and made me feel like I was living the National Geographic dream.…

The Ultimate Guide to Seward, Alaska

Home to Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward is where the mountains meets the sea. This little harbor town between the Kenai Peninsula and Resurrection bay offers sea and wildlife excursions, towering glaciers, and breathtaking hiking trails. One moment you could be watching sea otters float by in the harbor, the next you’re standing at the…

The Ultimate Guide to Denali National Park in Summer

When visiting Alaska, one’s trip isn’t complete without a visit to the iconic Denali National Park. Not only a visit to the tallest peak in North America but Denali National Park is a place you can only really explore deeply on foot. Through shuttle rides, hikes, and stops at the few trailheads, here’s how you…

An Unforgettable Flightseeing Tour in Denali National Park

There are many ways to see Denali, and the surrounding mountains of the Alaskan Range, but in our opinion, the best way is through a flightseeing tour. For the both of us, this was our first time in a float-plane, or really any plane that is smaller than a regional jet, with 3 seats on…

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hi, my name is miriam and thanks for visiting my life updates! this blog was created for me to document my travels for myself and to be able to share tips to help you take trips on your own!

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