Alaska SeaLife Center, Seward
DrFumblefinger visits the fabulous Alaska SeaLife Center, located in the small town of Seward. The aquarium provides excellent displays of local sea life and is located on Resurrection Bay.
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Valley of 10,000 Smokes, Alaska
Gumbo flies over one of the most unique natural destinations he's ever seen. The Valley of 10,000 Smokes was the site of the massive eruption of Novarupta in 1912. It was the largest volcanic eruption of the 20th century and the fifth largest volcanic eruption ever recorded. The eruption completely altered the landscape of the region.
Alaska: Into the Wilds
Lester shares his land tour of Alaska, including excursions deep into the state's interior
Alaska: Cruising the Inside Passage
Lester shares images and activities from a cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage
The Alaska State Fair, Palmer: 2) The Rest
DrFumblefinger concludes his visit to the Alaska State Fair, with a look at some of the livestock on display and other aspects of the Fair.
The Alaska State Fair, Palmer: 1) The Produce
DrFumblefinger enjoys his visit to Alaska's famous State Farm. It is a large and popular event drawing in thousands of visitors each year. Today's post focuses on the gigantic produce the region is famous for.
Northern Pacific turns South
Due to off-limits Russian airspace, the transpacific startup will fly to Mexico instead for now
Fall Colors, Alaska
Changing foliage colors herald the early arrival of fall in Alaska.
A Hike to Horseshoe Lake, Denali National Park
DrFumblefinger shares photos of his favorite hike in Denali National Park. A fairly easy walk, it provides an excellent opportunity to view wildlife.
Shifting ground affects Alaska, Portugal
In two areas far apart, rockslides and collapsing landforms are posing a danger to travelers and to the local economies
Mantanuska Glacier, Alaska
Measuring 4 miles wide and 27 miles long, the Matanuska Glacier is the largest glacier accessible by car in Alaska. It is situated along the scenic Glenn Highway, about 2 hours from Anchorage.
Thunder Bird Falls, Alaska
Situated in Chugach State Park, not far from Anchorage, a pleasant walk through the woods leads you to picturesque Thunder Bird Falls
Root Glacier, Alaska
Root Glacier is the most accessible glacier in the massive Wrangell-St Elias icefield and is close to the old copper mining town of Kennecott in Alaska.
Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, Fairbanks
DrFumblefinger stopped at this visitor center for some helpful travel advice, and wound up exploring some of the interesting exhibits in its museum.
Alaska Airlines diversifying its 737s
Alaska Airlines is giving itself a bit more flex by spreading its 737 order over three models while continuing to ease out its inherited A320s