Anchorage Travel Guide: Our Blog

Inspiration for Visiting Anchorage and the Surrounding Areas

Are you visiting Anchorage, Alaska soon? As you count down the days to arrival, you’ll no doubt be looking for travel inspiration.
This is where our Anchorage Travel Guide comes in!

Check out our collection of blog posts below to discover more about the Land of the Midnight Sun before you arrive.
For even more travel inspiration, browse our full range of Alaska guided tours and find out how you can make memories you’ll never forget.

Do you have any questions for our team before visiting Anchorage?
Feel free to contact us and we’ll provide the answers you need.

Aerial view of a glacier's jagged ice formations and crevices.

Guide to Planning an Alaskan Family Vacation

Welcome to our Guide to Planning an Alaskan Family Vacation! Build your dream trip with these local tips and insights from Alaskan Sights & Bites!
A scenic coastal road curves along the shoreline with mountain peaks in the background, partially covered in snow under a clear sky—a signature view of unique Alaska and one of the classic Anchorage experiences.

10 Curious Facts About Alaska

In this Alaskan Sights & Bites blog, we share 10 curious facts about Alaska that will help you appreciate local life here a little better. Let's dive in...
Three brown bears near a river with a grassy landscape and snow-capped mountains in the background, spotted during a sightseeing tour in Alaska.

Where is the Best Wildlife Watching Around Anchorage?

Where is the best wildlife watching around Anchorage? Read this Alaskan Sights & Bites blog for local tips that will help you see our iconic animals!
A scenic coastal road curves along the shoreline with mountain peaks in the background, partially covered in snow under a clear sky—a signature view of unique Alaska and one of the classic Anchorage experiences.

What Makes Anchorage and Alaska Special?

What makes Anchorage and Alaska special? In this Alaskan Sights & Bites blog, we explain why the place we call home is a unique travel destination.
A panoramic view from a mountain peak overlooking a verdant valley with rugged hills and a cloudy sky, perfect for sightseeing.

Announcing Our New Half-Day Anchorage Wildlife Tour with Lunch!

We’re proud to announce our new and exciting Half-Day Anchorage Wildlife Tour with Lunch! Read this Alaskan Sights & Bites blog to find out more...
Man with a beard wearing a hat having a conversation with two other individuals outdoors during a Guided Anchorage Food Tour.

Announcing Our New Chocolate and Wine Experience in Anchorage, AK 

We’re proud to announce our new chocolate and wine experience in Anchorage, AK! Read this Alaskan Sights & Bites blog to find out more...
Group of people engaged in an outdoor conversation on a sunny day during Alaska Food Tours.

Rebranding Announcement: Welcome to Alaskan Sights & Bites!

We have a rebranding announcement! Read all about our switch from Alaskan Footprints to Alaskan Sights & Bites.
Three individuals posing in front of a colorful mural at Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse, part of their guided Anchorage Food Tours.

Eating Time

Alaska Food History & The Only Anchorage Food Tour In Town The need for a great meal, or at least an adequate one, has driven a lot of Anchorage’s history....
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