Destination Alaska

Valerie & Valise
Destination Alaska

Destination Alaska is the audio-only version of a series of videos that you can also find on my Valerie & Valise YouTube channel. Also called the ”Alaska Summer Travel Summit” (2021) or ”Alaska Seminar Series” (2023 & 2025), these episodes will help you learn about visiting Alaska – and any specific information you need to visit in the coming year. Featured destinations include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Denali National Park, Seward, Homer, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Juneau, Sitka, Skagway, and many more!

  1. Visiting Anchorage in 2025

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    Visiting Anchorage in 2025

    Want to visit Anchorage, Alaska, in 2025? Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Jack from Visit Anchorage to discuss what visitors need to know and what's new in Anchorage this coming year. In this episode, we cover all the essentials including: Top outdoor experiences and things to do in Anchorage New tours, the Alyeska Veilbreaker sky bridges, and renovations to the Alaska Native Heritage Center Hotel news, including the Hilton Anchorage remodel, the Wildbirch Hotel, Snob Hollow Inn, and BlueWater BaseCamp Three major trends in Alaska tourism – will you be part of them? In the Q&A, Jack answers the following questions: What can you do in Anchorage without a car? When does the snowy/wintry weather in Anchorage typically end? If you only have two days, what would you say is the priority sightseeing in Anchorage? What are some tips for RVing in the Anchorage area? This is the audio-only version of the Anchorage video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Anchorage: Visit Anchorage (official website) Visit Anchorage on Facebook  Visit Anchorage on Instagram 📚 Plus here are some of my own resources to help you visit: Things to do in Anchorage (Summer)  Things to do in Anchorage (Winter)  Top Restaurants in Anchorage  Where to Stay in Anchorage Day Trips from Anchorage Top Hikes near Anchorage 🤑 Save 10% off any flight – including Anchorage sightseeing, and Katmai and Lake Clark National Parks bear viewing – with Rust's Flying Service with code valandval 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

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  2. Visiting Denali in 2025

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    Visiting Denali in 2025

    Planning to visit Denali National Park in 2025 as part of an Alaska trip? You're gonna want to hear this first! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Amber, Public Relations Officer for Denali National Park & Preserve to discuss what visitors need to know and updates for visitors this coming year. We also specifically discuss the Denali Park Road closure, what you can expect in 2025, and Amber provides an exclusive update about progress on the road repair! In the Q&A, Amber also answers the following questions: Which bus tour is the most kid-friendly? Do you need to reserve Transit buses? How early? How hardcore do you have to be to enjoy taking the Transit bus past Savage River? Is it really bushwhacking? What activities other than bus tours can you do IN the park? Where can you go fishing in Denali? What are the rules? Is Denali National Park worth visiting in March? This is the audio-only version of the Denali video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Denali: Denali National Park & Preserve (official NPS website) Denali NP on Facebook Denali NP on Instagram Discover Denali (the local tourism organization) 📚 Plus here are some of my own resources to help you plan your trip: Is Denali National Park "Worth It" (with the Road Closure)? Here are my thoughts The perfect Denali National Park Itinerary for 2-3 Days Things to Do in Denali Denali Bus Tours, Explained Where to Eat in the Denali Area Where to Stay near Denali National Park 🤑 Save 10% off your Denali flightseeing tour with K2 Aviation, with code valandval 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

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  3. Visiting Fairbanks in 2025

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    Visiting Fairbanks in 2025

    Want to visit Fairbanks, Alaska, in 2025? Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Kasey from Explore Fairbanks to discuss what visitors need to know and what's new in Fairbanks this coming year. Whether you want to visit in the Midnight Sun, Aurora, or Winter seasons, this video will help you get prepared for an unforgettable adventure in the Golden Heart of Alaska! In the Q&A, Kasey answers the following questions: What are the must-dos you'd recommend for a first trip to Fairbanks? Is it necessary to rent a car? What are some top hiking trails? What are the things to do while visiting the Arctic Circle? Do you have any tips for visiting Fairbanks with a dog? Staying in a dry cabin - any places to take a shower in/near Fairbanks? This is the audio-only version of the Fairbanks video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. ***Apologies for the quality of MY audio track – I'm not sure what happened, but Kasey sounds great!*** 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Fairbanks: Explore Fairbanks (official website) Explore Fairbanks on Facebook Explore Fairbanks on Instagram  📚 Plus here are some of my own resources to help you plan your trip: Things to do in Fairbanks (Summer) Things to do in Fairbanks (Winter) Top Restaurants in Fairbanks Where to Stay in Fairbanks 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

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  4. Visiting Homer in 2025

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    Visiting Homer in 2025

    So you wanna visit Homer, Alaska, in 2025? Smart choice – it's a favorite destination among Alaskans too! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Mina from Visit Homer / the Homer Chamber of Commerce to discuss what visitors need to know and updates for visitors this coming year. In addition to essential travel info (good for any year), you'll learn about some exciting new developments around town. In the Q&A section, Mina answers the following questions: What are your tips for having an RV in Homer? How late in the spring is there snow in Homer? Recommendations for a glacier landing out of Homer? Do you need a satellite device if you're out hiking in the Homer area? Is there somewhere you can buy fresh catch fish if you want to cook it at your accommodations? Where can you go tidepooling in Homer? This is the audio-only version of the Homer video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Homer: Homer Alaska (official website) Visit Homer Alaska on Facebook Visit Homer on Instagram 📚 Also, here are some of my own resources to help you plan your trip: The Best Things to Do in Homer Where to Eat in Homer Where to Stay in Homer How to Visit Seldovia, "Across the Bay" 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

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  5. Visiting the Mat-Su Valley in 2025

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    Visiting the Mat-Su Valley in 2025

    Planning to visit Palmer, Wasilla, Talkeetna, or somewhere else in the Matanuska-Susitna (aka Mat-Su) Valley in 2025 as part of an Alaska trip? You're gonna want to listen to this first! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Justin from the Mat-Su Convention & Visitors Bureau to discuss visiting this region and what you need to know specifically for visiting this year. In the Q&A section, Justin answers the following questions:  Where to eat??!! (for families/non-foodies and those who are into the gourmet experience) What farms can you visit without having to sign up for a 3rd party tour? Where can you find souvenirs - both touristy and locally crafted? Is Hatcher Pass better from the Palmer or Willow side? Where can you park with an RV in the various parts of the Mat-Su Valley? This is the audio-only version of the Mat-Su video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to the Mat-Su: Visit Mat-Su (official website)  Visit the Mat-Su on Facebook Mat-Su Valley on Instagram Y'all if you can believe it I do NOT have any blog resources about the Mat-Su Valley as of releasing this video... 🫣 I do have some articles on my to-write list, so I'll add them here once they're live! 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🤑 Save 10% off any guided hiking tour with Revel Treks & Tours; no code necessary, just use my special link! 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.

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  6. Visiting Nome in 2025

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    Visiting Nome in 2025

    Want to visit Nome, Alaska, in 2025? Look at you, big explorer!! Listen as I sit down (virtually) with Shauntel from the Nome Convention & Visitors Bureau to discuss what visitors need to know to visit and what's new this coming year. Nome is way off the beaten tourist track even by Alaska standards, and there are some important considerations when planning your trip – and some truly unique things to do in Nome (like seeing the end of the Iditarod, of course!!). ***Apologies for the quality of MY audio track – I'm not sure what happened, but Shauntel sounds great!*** In the Q&A, Shauntel answers the following questions: What are the main differences between Nome and Kotzebue? How can I experience gold rush history in Nome? Are rental cars or public transportation available in Nome? Do I need a car? What do I need to pack for Nome specifically? Are there any snow machine tours to get out and explore beyond town? This is the audio-only version of the Nome video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Nome: Visit Nome (official website) Visit Nome on Facebook Visit Nome on Instagram As I have never been to Nome 😱 I don't have any resources from my blog... yet!! (🤞 for 2025!) 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025 (While I don't cover Nome in these packs, you can use it to plan the rest of your Alaska trip!) 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration!

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Destination Alaska is the audio-only version of a series of videos that you can also find on my Valerie & Valise YouTube channel. Also called the ”Alaska Summer Travel Summit” (2021) or ”Alaska Seminar Series” (2023 & 2025), these episodes will help you learn about visiting Alaska – and any specific information you need to visit in the coming year. Featured destinations include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Denali National Park, Seward, Homer, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Juneau, Sitka, Skagway, and many more!

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