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Anchorage Municipality
When flying into Alaska there is a good chance you will be arriving
in Anchorage, this state’s largest city, and the hub for most life here.
Anchorage is situated right along Cook Inlet and acts as the
crossroads for much of Alaskan life. From here you can travel North
and West for access to the Mat-Su Valley, up to Denali National
Park, and eventually Fairbanks. Heading South and East from the
city will bring you down, past the town of Girdwood (home to Alaska’
s only all-inclusive ski resort), to the Kenai Peninsula or over to
Whittier, positioned along Prince William Sound. In Anchorage you
can take a plane from one of the world’s most heavily trafficked
small craft airports far north to the Alaskan Bush or hop on a boat
headed through Cook Inlet and eventually make your way down to
the beautiful chain of Aleutian Islands.
Much like any progressive city, Anchorage is home to a wide variety
of businesses, hotels, restaurants, and activities fit for any level of
vacationer. Take a stroll along the Coastal Trail with its beautiful
views of the Inlet, or grab some culture at one of the reputable
museums nestled in the heart of the city. During the height of the
summer take a chance to explore the many shops and galleries
around downtown or wander through booths at the Saturday
Market, where vendors sell locally Alaskan made wares while being
serenaded by some of the many talented musicians from all over
the state. Visit Anchorage in the winter and you might just catch the
beginning of the famous Iditarod Dogsled race or get a chance to
partake in the annual Fur Rendezvous activities. Whatever your
reason for visiting Anchorage, whether it be the launch pad for your
journey into the Alaskan wilderness, or the location for your
company’s next business venture, this city will provide endless
opportunities to heighten your Alaskan experience.
When flying into Alaska there is a good chance you will be arriving
in Anchorage, this state’s largest city, and the hub for most life here.
Anchorage is situated right along Cook Inlet and acts as the
crossroads for much of Alaskan life. From here you can travel North
and West for access to the Mat-Su Valley, up to Denali National
Park, and eventually Fairbanks. Heading South and East from the
city will bring you down, past the town of Girdwood (home to Alaska’
s only all-inclusive ski resort), to the Kenai Peninsula or over to
Whittier, positioned along Prince William Sound. In Anchorage you
can take a plane from one of the world’s most heavily trafficked
small craft airports far north to the Alaskan Bush or hop on a boat
headed through Cook Inlet and eventually make your way down to
the beautiful chain of Aleutian Islands.
Much like any progressive city, Anchorage is home to a wide variety
of businesses, hotels, restaurants, and activities fit for any level of
vacationer. Take a stroll along the Coastal Trail with its beautiful
views of the Inlet, or grab some culture at one of the reputable
museums nestled in the heart of the city. During the height of the
summer take a chance to explore the many shops and galleries
around downtown or wander through booths at the Saturday
Market, where vendors sell locally Alaskan made wares while being
serenaded by some of the many talented musicians from all over
the state. Visit Anchorage in the winter and you might just catch the
beginning of the famous Iditarod Dogsled race or get a chance to
partake in the annual Fur Rendezvous activities. Whatever your
reason for visiting Anchorage, whether it be the launch pad for your
journey into the Alaskan wilderness, or the location for your
company’s next business venture, this city will provide endless
opportunities to heighten your Alaskan experience.
Matanuska-Susitna Valley
Ever wonder where all those giant, world record-breaking,
vegetables come from? Or maybe you have the desire to view some
of Alaska’s produce and dairy farms. If a slow paced agricultural
lifestyle is your desire, than the Mat-Su Valley is the place to be.
The Valley, as it’s commonly known, is located just thirty minutes
north of Anchorage on both the Glen and Parks Highway. Every
year the town of Palmer hosts the Alaska State Fair, an attraction
that brings in thousands of visitors, each hoping to view the giant
oversized cabbage, gobble down delicious fair food, and ride the
exhilarating attractions.
If you head north on the Parks Hwy you’ll pass right through the
city of Wasilla, one of this country’s fastest growing cities. Almost
akin to a “little Anchorage”, Wasilla is the heart of the commercial
industry within the Valley. Restaurants, hotels, galleries, and shops
abound in this city, making it a great stopping point on your sojourn
north. Drive about 25 miles west of the city and you’ll pass through
the town of Willow, “official” starting point for the Iditarod and the
once potential site for Alaska’s capital.
If rock-climbing and mountaineering are your interests, head 120
miles north of Anchorage (past Wasilla and Willow) and take a
jaunt down the 14-mile Talkeetna Spur Road to the sleepy town of
Talkeetna. As the gateway to Mt. McKinley, Talkeetna attracts
thousands of visitors each hoping to conquer the continent’s tallest
mountain. Here, you can get to know some of Alaska’s friendliest
people while listening to unparalleled, live, blue-grass music at one
of the few bars located on historic “Main Street” (which stretches,
maybe two blocks). Take a fast-paced motorboat tour along the
Susitna River or charter a helicopter to take you to the very peek of
Mt. McKinley where you can land on one of the many glaciers
hugging the mountain. With so much to offer, the Matanuska-
Susitna Valley is definitely a place to experience the Alaskan
lifestyle in all its many guises.
Ever wonder where all those giant, world record-breaking,
vegetables come from? Or maybe you have the desire to view some
of Alaska’s produce and dairy farms. If a slow paced agricultural
lifestyle is your desire, than the Mat-Su Valley is the place to be.
The Valley, as it’s commonly known, is located just thirty minutes
north of Anchorage on both the Glen and Parks Highway. Every
year the town of Palmer hosts the Alaska State Fair, an attraction
that brings in thousands of visitors, each hoping to view the giant
oversized cabbage, gobble down delicious fair food, and ride the
exhilarating attractions.
If you head north on the Parks Hwy you’ll pass right through the
city of Wasilla, one of this country’s fastest growing cities. Almost
akin to a “little Anchorage”, Wasilla is the heart of the commercial
industry within the Valley. Restaurants, hotels, galleries, and shops
abound in this city, making it a great stopping point on your sojourn
north. Drive about 25 miles west of the city and you’ll pass through
the town of Willow, “official” starting point for the Iditarod and the
once potential site for Alaska’s capital.
If rock-climbing and mountaineering are your interests, head 120
miles north of Anchorage (past Wasilla and Willow) and take a
jaunt down the 14-mile Talkeetna Spur Road to the sleepy town of
Talkeetna. As the gateway to Mt. McKinley, Talkeetna attracts
thousands of visitors each hoping to conquer the continent’s tallest
mountain. Here, you can get to know some of Alaska’s friendliest
people while listening to unparalleled, live, blue-grass music at one
of the few bars located on historic “Main Street” (which stretches,
maybe two blocks). Take a fast-paced motorboat tour along the
Susitna River or charter a helicopter to take you to the very peek of
Mt. McKinley where you can land on one of the many glaciers
hugging the mountain. With so much to offer, the Matanuska-
Susitna Valley is definitely a place to experience the Alaskan
lifestyle in all its many guises.
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