Alaska
What you need to know before you go
Alaska is the northwesternmost state on the West Coast and synonymous with unspoilt natural beauty. The 49th state has beautiful snowy mountain ranges, scenic glaciers, lakes, and the beautiful wildlife that call this rugged wilderness home.
Whale watching is big down on the coast, especially in Juneau or Anchorage. From breathtaking road trips along the Alaska Highway to the highest mountain in Northern America (a great spot to witness the aurora borealis from), Alaska offers plenty of ways to create memories you won't find elsewhere.
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