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Our Favorite Alaskan Souvenirs

One of the ways to commemorate your Alaskan adventure is by purchasing souvenirs; but with all of the options, what should you look for? While many folks love novelty trinkets -- “Alaska’s state bird mosquito catcher” anyone? -- the... READ MORE...

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Soapy Smith: Alaska's Infamous Criminal

The most visited grave in Skagway, Alaska is not that of a well-loved philanthropist or entertainer, but that of Alaska’s most infamous criminal -- “Soapy” Smith. Born Jefferson Randolph Smith, Soapy was to Alaska what Al Capone was... READ MORE...

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Alaska's Glaciers: How do they happen? And do they really move?

Alaska boasts many treasures, but one of the most beloved are our breathtaking glaciers. These massive sheets of ice are large enough that their pasts are carved into the towering mountains that often surround them; these glacier-made features are ca... READ MORE...