Alaska travel and tourism options are almost endless, from amazing historic sites to breathtaking natural scenery.
There is an amazing variety of activities for people of all ages and physical abilities, from children to senior citizens, and everyone in between.
In fact, Alaska has been rapidly growing in popularity as a summer vacation destination over the past decade, so much so that many cruise ship cabins and even some on-shore activities are selling out many months in advance.
The most popular Alaska travel and tourism options are divided amongst three major regions:
The Inside Passage
Anchorage and Coastal Alaska
Denali and the Alaskan Interior
Each of these three regions has an enormous diversity of activities and attractions.
Below are some of the major tourist hotspots, by region, including options for families, adventure-seekers, and seniors.
The Inside Passage
This region, which runs from below Ketchikan in the south to Glacier Bay in the north, is one of the most spectacular in all of Alaska.
Other cities and towns in the region include Juneau, the state's beautiful capitol, Skagway, and Sitka, known for its world-class fishing.
The Inside Passage is comprised of a series of lush islands and fjords, which are still actively being carved by glaciers.
