Fodor's Alaska 2013 (Full-color Travel Guide)
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Alaska is a trip of a lifetime. Nowhere else can you kayak to glaciers; fly over the highest peak in North America; wonder at the Aurora Borealis; stay out all night celebrating the midnight sun; visit quirky towns; spot bear, eagles, moose, and whales; and learn the true meaning of the word remote all in the same trip.
Expanded Coverage: More regional itineraries to help first-time visitors plan their perfect trip.
Illustrated Features: Rich full-color features help travelers make the most of top experiences, from whale watching and bear sighting to shopping for Alaska Native crafts and learning about the Klondike Gold Rush. The Alaska Wilderness chapter highlights the different ecozones found in the state—rain forests, interior forests, tundra, ice, mountains, and sea—and how best to experience them, including top guide recommendations.
Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Alaska’s top attractions and experiences are broken down at a glance, as are the top itineraries. Each region has a convenient overview with highlights and practical advice for getting around. The pull-out map comes complete with an outdoor activity finder.
Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s Alaska offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts’ hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their Alaska stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.
Expanded Coverage: More regional itineraries to help first-time visitors plan their perfect trip.
Illustrated Features: Rich full-color features help travelers make the most of top experiences, from whale watching and bear sighting to shopping for Alaska Native crafts and learning about the Klondike Gold Rush. The Alaska Wilderness chapter highlights the different ecozones found in the state—rain forests, interior forests, tundra, ice, mountains, and sea—and how best to experience them, including top guide recommendations.
Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Alaska’s top attractions and experiences are broken down at a glance, as are the top itineraries. Each region has a convenient overview with highlights and practical advice for getting around. The pull-out map comes complete with an outdoor activity finder.
Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s Alaska offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts’ hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their Alaska stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.
