All About Alaskan Travel

12/06/2024

What an amazing sight to behold!

04/06/2024

If you are so inclined, pop over and vote for Irish Linen!

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03/01/2024

A winter’s morning view of the East Arm of the Grand Traverse Bay from our bay view room at the Grand Beech Resort Hotel in Traverse City, Michigan.

It’s not Alaska but it makes us think of Alaska!

22/12/2023

Sitka is one of Alaska’s most picturesque locations. This photo dramatically demonstrates this point!

We have lived every visit!

Visit Sitka!

Happy Winter Solstice from Sitka, Alaska ❄️ Thanks for the capture, Rafe Hanson Photography!

12/12/2023

Calling all calendar producers!

If you are a photographer who produces an Alaska Calendar, please feel free to post information here about how your fellow Alaska enthusiasts can purchase your product.

19/06/2023

Before heading back to the L48, we took one last little trip to Talkeetna, Alaska in hopes of seeing the Great One. Didn’t get a full view of Denali. We did, however, get a satisfying glimpse from the viewing platform at the lodge.

13/06/2023

On board the Danny J. Headed for Halibut Cove!

10/06/2023

We spent most of the afternoon on the Matanuska Glacier. And…what an awesome day it was!

We hiked across the moraine to the toe of the glacier. Our guide, Julian Winston, with MICA Guides - Matanuska Glacier, did a stellar job!

Our group of eight, consisting of four of our grandchildren, their parents, and two seniors, was treated to a most excellent adventure!

A couple of places in our just over two-mile hike were a bit challenging for a couple of us. Once we got our “ice-legs” under us, it was much better.

We have always been in awe of glaciers. We are even more enamored with them now.

If you are planning a trip to Alaska and you are able to make the hike, you need to include a glacier tour on your itinerary!

Of course, we recommend MICA Guides! If you can, ask for Julian to be your guide. This is especially true if you have children in your group. He was great with our grandkids!

Telesa Williams
Luke Williams
Lacy Williams

03/06/2023

Enjoying a late lunch with mountain climbers, construction workers, and a group of cowgirls wearing Stetsons, talking about their next Alaskan adventure together. This is one of our favorite places in Talkeetna, because it makes us feel like we are closer to the authentic Alaskan experience.

We will be back with family in a few days. Today, we are pressing on to North Pole!!

Food was, as usual, excellent! Just couldn’t finish it all.

Telesa Williams

03/06/2023

This is one of my favorite views in Alaska! We are staying at the Johnson House Cabin tonight. It is always good to see Mark & Marilyn Johnson. We appreciate them sharing this little piece of heaven on earth with all of us!

I shared a few photos of the Knik River and the Knik Glacier.

These pics illustrate one of the reasons I love to sit and gaze at mountains—they are constantly changing. Well, they remain the same they seem to change, don’t they?

They are a constant source of motivation to marvel at the Creator’s magnificent creation!

26/05/2023

Less than one week! I have goose bumps!!

15/02/2023

We are fortunate to have some of the finest Alaskans in the state as moderators for our All About Alaskan Travel Group. These folks make a difference in both big and small ways every day.

One of these special people is Kathleen Houtz Benner.

Kathy truly is a multi-talented individual. She is an artist and an entrepreneur. She is a leader, an executive, and a volunteer. She is passionate about Alaska and all things Alaskan.

Recently, she was selected as the next executive director for the American Bald Eagle Foundation (ABEF), which is based in Haines, Alaska.

We congratulate you, Kathy, as you embark on this new adventure. We wish you all the best.

[Note: Telesa and I are members of this organization. We encourage others to join as well. Let's get behind the ABEF and help Kathy hit the ground running at full steam when she officially takes the helm in April.]

Here is a brief interview with ABEF's executive director designee to help you learn more about her and the organization she will soon lead:

AAAT: When did you first become interested in working with bald eagles?
KATHY: We moved to Alaska from Pennsylvania in 1998 when my husband was transferred with his job. In 1999 I joined the Juneau Raptor Center as a volunteer. I learned how to rescue and rehabilitate bald eagles and other birds. I was involved in doing live bird education programs in the schools and served on the board of directors in several different capacities.

AAAT: What was it that interested you most about working with bald eagles?
KATHY: Bald eagles are such large, graceful creatures that are fascinating to watch. From their nesting habits to raising their young, They are like no other bird in the sky. Being able to rescue eagles that have been injured and then rehabilitated and released back into the wild is one of the greatest accomplishments of my life.

AAAT: How does ABEF make a difference for these magnificent creatures?
KATHY: The mission of the American Bald Eagle Foundation is the conservation of the bald eagle and its habitat through education and stewardship.

AAAT: What benefits does ABEF bring to other endangered or threatened species?
KATHY: Biodiversity keeps life on this planet beautiful and thriving. Our vision is a human population dedicated to maintaining this vast diversity of species. We hope to foster appreciation and respect for the natural world in our guests by giving them the inspiration and tools they need to become effective stewards.

AAAT: Where does ABEF do most of its work? (Does its efforts reach beyond the immediate area surrounding Haines, AK? If so, where and how?)
KATHY: Visitors from all over the world visit Haines every summer via cruise ship and independent travel. They come to ABEF and learn about the importance of conservation and then they take that knowledge back to their area and hopefully pass it on. In this way, we can make a difference, one person at a time.

AAAT: Since bald eagles are no longer on many endangered species lists, why is the work of ABEF so important?
KATHY: The Chilkat Valley in Haines is a unique habitat that fosters our robust bald Eagle population. Areas like this are very important to maintaining the biodiversity of the planet. By educating people about conservation and what can happen when we do not protect these special places, we hopefully can avoid the mistakes of the past that caused bald eagles to be endangered in the first place.

AAAT: Why is it so important for people to join forces with you as members of this organization?
KATHY: As a non-profit, we rely on memberships, donations, grants and visitors to our center to support our work. Without the generosity of our many supporters, we could not remain open.

AAAT: How do we become members of the organization?
KATHY: Visit our website at https://www.baldeagles.org/member and choose between three levels of support.

We wish you all the best, Kathy, during this time of transition and as you step into this new role. We hope you will share with us often about this exciting new adventure. Please don't hesitate to let us know how we can be of assistance to the American Bald Eagle Foundation.

Bill Williams, Founder & Admin
All About Alaskan Travel

Membership Membership is one of the many ways to support the ABEF. Member donations go towards making sure that our facility can operate at the highest possible level. Taking care of our ambassadors, museum specimens, and staff goes a long way into creating a positive future here in Haines. Explore....

29/01/2023

It’s obvious from the photos that this was a rainy in Alaska. We love this train ride! This is definitely something everyone who visits Alaska should do at least once!

20/01/2023

Calling all coffee lovers!

What is favorite Alaskan coffee shop?

I get it. Not everyone loves coffee. My dear wife says, “I don’t know how anything can smell so good and taste so bad!”

On the other hand, many of us are passionate about our coffee. If the number of coffee shops you find in Alaska is indicative of anything, I suggest it is indisputable evidence that Alaskans and visitors to Alaska love their coffee.

So, the question before us is: What is your favorite Alaskan coffee shop? Please post the name, location, and a brief explanation of why this is your choice. If you have a photo to share that would be awesome!

Note: No debates or discussions about someone else’s choice. No anti-coffee comments either. Nothing negative! Let’s have some fun with this!

Think: Favorite Alaskan coffee shop…

…What’s it called?
…Where is it located?
…Why do you love it?

18/01/2023

At this time of the year, many Alaskans begin an intense focus on the upcoming Iditarod. It really has become an international winter event, which captures the interest of people all over the world.

Over the years, we have enjoyed learning about the Iditarod, during our spring, summer, and fall visits to Alaska. Perhaps we will visit for the actual event some day soon. Until then we will experience it vicariously through our friends’ stories and photos.

In the meantime, we share a few photos of our own to whet your appetites for the next time you are in Alaska.

23/11/2022

Happy Thanksgiving!

We are thankful for all who make this a special place!!

While we are connected with people from all over the world, the members of our group and fans of our page are mainly from the U.S., where Thanksgiving is a national holiday.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday, filled with family, friends, and gratitude for all our blessings and freedoms.

28/10/2022

A very thoughtful memorial piece.

This is our favorite store in Victoria, British Columbia.

We have in stock the very beautiful In Memoriam tea towel for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. Available in-store or through our online shop: www.irishlinenvictoria.com
❤️👑❤️

22/10/2022

Almost that time again!

11/10/2020

How many of these destinations have you experienced?

We have taken in half of them. Looking forward to visiting the rest as soon as possible!

Anyone been to all of them?

Which one was/is your favorite?

Got some free time on your hands? Check out these best day trips in Alaska. When it comes to adventure, indoor or outdoor, Alaska nails it!

08/08/2020

There are so many things to love about Alaska—so many things to do on this list. We have done a lot of these; but, there are still tons things we want to do!

How about you? What are some things you want to do (or do again) the next time you are able to travel to Alaska.

Fly around the highest peak in North America, ride the world's longest zipline, and explore ice caves. Here are 26 things to do in Alaska in the summer.

07/08/2020

What a stellar view provided by Talkeetna Air!

Picture leaving the Alaska Range .

30/07/2020

Beautiful, beyond description!

Denali National Park and Preserve PC: Milo Burcham

24/07/2020

When in Skagway...

13/07/2020

The harvest is bountiful in the land of the midnight sun!
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Good morning from Planet Alaska!

11/07/2020

I believe I first saw this at Explore Anchorage. It is obviously an artist’s rendition. Does anyone know the source?

09/07/2020

Exciting news! We have our first top fan for our page! Congratulations, Dana Parrish!