Category: Alaska

 

Sharing my photos and stories from all my Alaska travel experiences

Living Like Royalty on a Princess Cruise – A Complete Ruby Princess Review With Photos

In this Ruby Princess review I share detailed information with lots of photos from my recent cruise including a review of my cabin, public spaces and food options.

Some days, I wish I had a maid. And a cook. And since I am dreaming, let’s add a chauffeur and a gardener to the list. I’ve probably watched Downton Abbey one too many times and read too many books set in Britain’s golden age, where the hired help does all the work and the Lord and Lady of the manor get to have fun.

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Reflections from 2025

Another eventful year of travel is coming to a close.  I had a little less travel time than in past years, but then it is all relative. I still managed to explore various parts of the world for 152 days in 2025. Boats, planes, trains, and automobiles were all part of the adventure.

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Yes, You Should Visit Fairbanks in Winter to See the Northern Lights!

Want to visit Fairbanks in winter? I am sharing my one week itinerary, personal experiences and tips on seeing the northern lights in Fairbanks, along with ideas for other things to do in Fairbanks and the surrounding area.

Alaska is a popular travel destination. With glaciers, an abundance of wildlife, and the tallest mountain in North America, the diversity of things to see and do is as big as the state.

For most people, an Alaska journey usually takes place in the summer months, but not for my husband and me. Always on the lookout for unique travel experiences, we chose to visit Fairbanks in winter because we hoped to see the northern lights.

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August 14, 2025 Podcast: Alaska and Yukon Road Trip – Exploring the Wild

In this month’s podcast, I talk about my three week road trip in Alaska and the Yukon. From Katmai National Park,  to exploring Wrangell–St. Elias and Kluane National Park, driving the Alcan Highway, and staying at the remote yet luxurious Tincup Wilderness Lodge, I share my experiences and tips.

Podcast link: Alaska and the Yukon Road Trip – Exploring the Wild

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Finding the Sounds of Silence at Yukon’s Tincup Wilderness Lodge

The Tincup Wilderness Lodge in Canada’s Yukon was a quiet retreat in the middle of nowhere with all the comforts of home

The first thing I noticed was the quiet – the kind of quiet that is almost impossible to experience in today’s world.

There was none of the background noise that comes from whirring motors, or humming electronics, or airplanes flying at 30000 feet. These are the sounds of modern day life that are always present and have become imperceptible.

Until they are no longer there.

In a landscape where towns and modern amenities are few and far between, Tincup Wilderness Lodge stood out as a luxurious haven of silent solitude that truly was in the middle of nowhere.

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After Cruising to Alaska Many Times, These are My Tips for Planning an Alaskan Cruise

After many cruises to Alaska, these are my Alaska cruise planning tips.

There is no doubt that Alaska is a beautiful state. With glacier-studded mountain ranges, rugged coastlines, wildlife galore, and ancient native cultural traditions, it’s no surprise that it is a bucket list destination for many. Cruising southeast Alaska is an easy and (relatively) budget-friendly way to see one of the most scenic parts of this huge state.

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