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Welcome to the Alaska Travel Adventures blog. Here, our local experts share their insider tips, destination highlights, and seasonal guides to help you make the most of your Alaskan vacation.
Blog Posts
Can You Drive a Jeep on Ketchikan? Here Is How It Works
Yes. ATA's Backcountry Jeep and Canoe Safari lets licensed guests drive a Jeep Wrangler on logging roads through the Tongass National Forest. Here is how it works.
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Whale Watching vs. Glacier Tours in Juneau: Which Should You Choose?
Trying to decide between whale watching and a glacier tour in Juneau? Here is how to choose — and when doing both in one day makes sense
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What to Wear on an Alaska Shore Excursion: A Practical Guide by Tour Type
What you wear on an Alaska shore excursion depends on the activity. Here is a practical tour-by-tour guide, including what Alaska Travel Adventures provides.
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When to Book an Alaska RV Rental for Summer 2027
Planning an Alaska road trip? Learn when to book, which motorhome size to choose, and how one-way rentals work, straight from the local operator.
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What It’s Like to Kayak Sitka Sound with a Local Guide
A Seahawk ride across open water, a floating basecamp, and 90 minutes paddling Sitka Sound. Here is what the ATA sea kayaking experience is actually like.
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Gold Rush, Wild Salmon, and a Show: What to Expect at Skagway’s Liarsville Trail Camp
Wild salmon, Gold Rush characters, and gold panning beside a Skagway waterfall. Here is what the Liarsville experience is actually like.
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How to Choose a Trusted Alaska Tour Operator: What 46 Years in the Field Teaches You
Not all Alaska tour companies are equal. Here is what to look for when choosing an operator, and what 46 years on the water in Southeast Alaska actually teaches you.
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What to Do in Juneau, Alaska During the Midnight Sun Season
Spending a few hours in Juneau this summer? Here is how to see a glacier, watch whales, and eat wild salmon in one well-paced Alaska day.
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Why the Ketchikan Jeep and Canoe Tour Is One of ATA’s Most Unique Adventures
This four-hour tour combines self-driven off-road adventure with a guided canoe paddle, giving travelers a more active and memorable way to explore Ketchikan’s rainforest, back roads, and calm Tongass waterways.
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Why the Best of Juneau® Tour Is Great for Families of All Ages
Combining Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and the Gold Creek Salmon Bake into one easy-to-plan day, the Best of Juneau® gives families a memorable look at Southeast Alaska without feeling rushed.
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