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Alaska Q&A

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Why should I visit Alaska? Q: Do I Need a Passport?
A: Alaska offers the chance to explore America's true last A: You will need a passport on itineraries that include
frontier, largely untouched by modern development. Canada, which are: Grand Adventure: The Canadian
Its story began long before it became the 49th state – Rockies & Alaska, Alaska & Inside Passage Cruise, Alaska
even before it was purchased from Russia and known as & Glacier Bay Cruise, Signature Alaska, Alaskan Glacier
Seward’s Folly. The state’s geography shaped how Alaskan Discovery Cruise, and North to Alaska. You do not need a
Natives lived, relying on local resources to build shelters, passport for Alaska Trains & Kenai Fjords, Alaskan Aurora
make tools, create clothing, and feed themselves. Tourists Adventure, or Alaska Agriculture & Kenai Fjords.
from around the globe come here for an unforgettable
experience filled with natural beauty, wildlife encounters, Q: What wildlife can I expect to see?
and cultural discoveries.
A: Alaska’s varied landscapes and ecosystems are home to
Q: How Many Hours of Daylight a diverse range of wildlife, including the iconic "Big Five,"
Are There Each Day? which includes grizzly bears, moose, caribou, wolves,
and Dall sheep. Additionally, the state is renowned for
A: Known as the Land of the Midnight Sun, many places its remarkable marine life, such as orcas, humpback
range between 17-22 hours of daylight during the whales, sea lions, and seals. We may also encounter
summer. Throughout winter solstice, you can expect eagles, puffins, and other seabirds.
0-7 hours of daylight. The further north you travel,
the more dramatic daytime ranges you experience. Q: How long are the flights?

Q: When is the Best Time to Visit Alaska? A: Flight times vary by departure airport, with tours
beginning in Seattle, Vancouver, or Alaska. The West
A: There are advantages to visiting Alaska all throughout the Coast to Anchorage or Fairbanks is roughly four hours.
year. The best time to go depends on what you’d like to Guests may have connecting flights depending on
see and do. The scenic beauty is spectacular every day, availability and location. Tours returning from Alaska
no matter the weather. have an overnight flight to minimize lengthy layovers
and provide better regional connections.
Spring – May to Early June – This is when the baby Remember, all airfare is included in your tour price!
animals are usually on full display. May is typically the
driest month. While temperatures may be cooler, the Q: What are some good souvenirs
benefits and unique experiences make for a special trip. to bring home?

Summer – June to August – This is the warmest time of A: We encourage you to support Indigenous locals by
year to visit, especially if you’d like to cruise and explore purchasing authentic Native art, such as carved masks,
Alaska’s Interior. It is also peak tourist season. Daylight handwoven baskets, or intricate beadwork pieces.
lasts a long time, up to 22 hours in some places, Other popular souvenirs include locally made jewelry
and you can see the wildflowers come into full bloom. with Alaskan gemstones like jade or turquoise, handmade
qiviut clothing, and unique regional foods like smoked
Winter – Our Alaskan Aurora Adventure travels during salmon or local jams.
milder temperatures in March. This time frame has the
best atmospheric conditions for clear skies, which Q: What local cuisine should I try?
increases our chances of witnessing the shimmering lights.
For more information on this trip, please go to page 34. A: Some of the most popular dishes include reindeer
sausage, clam chowder, and fresh seafood, such as
Q: Is There Cell Phone Reception in Alaska? halibut, king crab, and salmon. Many of our tours also
feature a traditional Alaska salmon bake, where you can
A: You will likely have reception in small and large towns, enjoy generous portions of salmon grilled over a wood
but frequently lose reception on the journeys in between. fire, offering a true taste of the region.

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