Sedona is a high-desert town in northern Arizona famous for its towering red rock formations, over 300 miles of hiking trails, and a globally recognized spiritual energy vortex system. Most visitors come for the outdoor adventure and the wellness scene,…
The Wave is a 6.4-mile round-trip hike across unmarked desert terrain in the Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness. You cannot visit without a permit won through an extremely competitive lottery system. Only 64 people per day are allowed in, and your odds…
Anchorage is Alaska’s largest city and the logistical gateway to the state, offering a rare blend of urban dining, Indigenous cultural sites, and accessible backcountry wilderness. Most travelers use it as a 2- to 3-day launchpad for glacier cruises, Denali…
Girdwood is a glacier-carved valley town 40 minutes south of Anchorage that packs a world-class ski resort, a rainforest tram, and zero traffic lights into one tight stretch of road. Most visitors come for Alyeska Resort’s skiing and mountain biking…
Best Cruises to Alaska: Compared by Price, Route & What You’ll Actually See The best Alaska cruise for most travelers is a 7-day Glacier Bay route with Holland America or Princess because they hold the most permits for this UNESCO…
Alaska Airlines is widely considered the best West Coast carrier for value, offering a reliable operation, a generous Mileage Plan loyalty program, and no change fees on main cabin tickets. For most travelers choosing between Alaska and Delta, Alaska wins…