Where does your mind go when you think about a trip to Alaska?
Perhaps you dream about our highest mountains or the Arctic tundra. The deep green of the old growth
rainforest or the varying blues of our rushing rivers, tranquil lakes, deep oceans, and ancient glaciers. Alaska is all
you imagine and more. It’s where you’ve always belonged.
Explore and get inspired by our vast landscapes, Alaska Native cultures, wildlife,
and wild places.
Perhaps you dream about our highest mountains or the Arctic tundra. The deep green of the old growth
rainforest or the varying blues of our rushing rivers, tranquil lakes, deep oceans, and ancient glaciers. Alaska is all
you imagine and more. It’s where you’ve always belonged.
Explore and get inspired by our vast landscapes, Alaska Native cultures, wildlife,
and wild places.
Getting To & Around Alaska
Whether by air, road, or sea, a vacation to Alaska includes a scenic journey that is sure to be as memorable as the destination - and each has its own unique set of benefits. Independent travelers will enjoy traveling to and around Alaska by car or RV for the ultimate road trip, but there are lots of options for getting around Alaska without a car. Once you arrive, you can travel within the state by plane, cruise, ferry, train, car, or motorcoach/bus/shuttle. No matter which mode you choose, traveling through Alaska offers a front row seat to experience inspiring sceneryand exquisite wildlife.
Is Alaska Affordable?
While Alaska has a relatively high cost of living compared to other states,
t has lower pricing than many other big-name destinations in the
United States. According to the Consumer Price Index, Alaska is
more affordable than vacation hotspots like San Francisco, New York,
Los Angeles, Seattle, Boston, and Honolulu.
Accommodations in peak season are typically $200 and up. Restaurants in Alaska charge similar or slightly higher prices than restaurants in most major
U.S. cities. Those numbers offer a good starting point for your budget planning. But you also need to consider your individual circumstances and whether
meals are included as part of a tour package.
Getting to and from your destination is often a large part of a vacation budget. The cost of getting to Alaska can vary widely, depending transportation. For example, transportation costs can be low if you find a bargain airfare online. Additionally, the price of a package tour or cruise would likely include transportation, lodging, and meals, and it might save money in the long run.
While Alaska has a relatively high cost of living compared to other states,
t has lower pricing than many other big-name destinations in the
United States. According to the Consumer Price Index, Alaska is
more affordable than vacation hotspots like San Francisco, New York,
Los Angeles, Seattle, Boston, and Honolulu.
Accommodations in peak season are typically $200 and up. Restaurants in Alaska charge similar or slightly higher prices than restaurants in most major
U.S. cities. Those numbers offer a good starting point for your budget planning. But you also need to consider your individual circumstances and whether
meals are included as part of a tour package.
Getting to and from your destination is often a large part of a vacation budget. The cost of getting to Alaska can vary widely, depending transportation. For example, transportation costs can be low if you find a bargain airfare online. Additionally, the price of a package tour or cruise would likely include transportation, lodging, and meals, and it might save money in the long run.
What should I pack?
When you’re packing for your Alaska vacation, it’s best to pack in layers. Weather can vary dramatically by region and season. Alaska’s summer season is May through September. May is generally the driest month across the state, even in the temperate rainforest of the Inside Passage. By July, daytime temperatures in the Interior average around 70 degrees F—although it has been known to reach well into the 90s. Temperatures in the coastal areas and higher elevations rarely get above 65 degrees.Temperatures across the state start cooling in August and September. Winter in Alaska is roughly October through March, although temperatures and daylight vary from region to region. Coastal areas are more temperate, rarely falling below 20 degrees. Winter in the Interior and Arctic regions are completely different. You may start seeing snow in the Interior as early as October, and temperatures may dip to 20 below zero during the winter months. For more detailed weather and packing information, see our regional climate and packing guide.
When you’re packing for your Alaska vacation, it’s best to pack in layers. Weather can vary dramatically by region and season. Alaska’s summer season is May through September. May is generally the driest month across the state, even in the temperate rainforest of the Inside Passage. By July, daytime temperatures in the Interior average around 70 degrees F—although it has been known to reach well into the 90s. Temperatures in the coastal areas and higher elevations rarely get above 65 degrees.Temperatures across the state start cooling in August and September. Winter in Alaska is roughly October through March, although temperatures and daylight vary from region to region. Coastal areas are more temperate, rarely falling below 20 degrees. Winter in the Interior and Arctic regions are completely different. You may start seeing snow in the Interior as early as October, and temperatures may dip to 20 below zero during the winter months. For more detailed weather and packing information, see our regional climate and packing guide.
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