Best Time to See Aurora Borealis In Alaska Simply put, the best time to see the aurora borealis is during cold months. This time usually ranges from September to March. Areas near the magnetic north pole see the most brilliant displays, which become more intense as the temperature drops. Although the aurora technically occurs year-round, dark, cold night skies provide …
How Likely am I to See the Northern Lights?
Seeing the Alaskan Northern Lights can be a life-changing event. The ribbons of colorful light dancing gently across the darkened sky can inspire even the most cynical among us. But like all things that are precious, these light shows are also rare. How likely am I to see the Northern Lights? Well, you have to be in the right place …
The Best of Alaska in the Summer: The Ultimate 8 Day Itinerary
What would you do with 8 days in Alaska? It’s hard to narrow down all your choices. Glacier trekking? Whale watching? Kayaking with the otters and seals? Getting up close and personal with the bears? The good news is, you can do it all! We put together the ultimate 8-day itinerary for a once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan adventure. Is Alaska on your …
The Wild is Calling: 12 Off the Beaten Path Experiences in Alaska
What do you think of when you hear the word “Alaska?” Wildlife? Incredible natural scenery? The Last Frontier? Adventure? Alaska is all that and more—the place to go when the same-old, same-old summer vacation just won’t do. The place you go to make once-in-a-lifetime memories and experience things you’ll never see or do anywhere else. Thinking of a trip to …
Guests Are Loving our Northern Lights Ecotour!
What Makes Our Northern Lights Ecotour So Special? Last year Diane Trif joined us in December in Fairbanks, Alaska for our Northern Lights Ecotour. We enjoyed 6 days of snowshoeing, dogsledding, hot springs, curling, reindeer and tons of Aurora sightings! Diane was kind enough to feature us in an article on her blog, describing her experiences with us in Alaska …
Visit the Aurora Ice Sculpture Museum In Alaska
While a visit to see the Northern Lights is an adventure in and of itself, there are a multitude of activities you should consider adding to your itinerary. One such activity that’s open year-round is the Aurora Ice Museum! Whether you’re fascinated with the art of ice sculpting or need a family-friendly activity for your trip, make sure you don’t …
5 Reasons To Visit the Museum of the North
Voted as one of Alaska’s most popular tourist destinations by USA Today 10 Best Series, the Museum of the North attracts over 90,000 visitors each year. The museum opened in 1929, and houses over 1.5 million artifacts and specimens, which represent millions of years in biological diversity and thousands of years of cultural traditions in the North. Featured image care …
Enjoy an Experience Unlike Any Other at the Running Reindeer Ranch
If you’re planning a trip to see the Northern Lights in Alaska, there are a number of unique activities to choose from. One particularly special experience that is great for any age, is the opportunity to walk with reindeer. If you’re wondering why you should consider visiting a reindeer farm, keep reading to learn more. History of the Running Reindeer …
Eight Reasons our Northern Lights Adventure is Doable for Anyone
Is the Northern Lights Adventure a Good Fit for Me? A lot of guests ask us if our Northern Lights Adventure ask us this question. Whether their concern is related to age, mobility, or any other special needs, the answer is always a resounding “Yes!”. We have had all sorts of guests from all over the world join us in …
Where to Watch the Northern Lights in Fairbanks: A Taste of Alaska Lodge
Family Owned and Operated The story of A Taste of Alaska Lodge first begins when Walter Eberhardt came up to Fairbanks in 1947 from Idaho and homesteaded 160 acres of beautiful wilderness landscape. He turned it into a vegetable and hay farm and built a family home on the property. His son David continued to build on the property, expanding …