Alaska, known for its rugged beauty and breathtaking landscapes, is a dream destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. From witnessing the fireweed in bloom, to the majestic Northern Lights, to experiencing the thrill of bear viewing and glacier kayaking, this wild frontier offers a variety of unforgettable activities.
In this article, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite must-do experiences that will make your Alaskan vacation truly extraordinary. Get ready to immerse yourself in Alaska’s natural wonders and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Visiting Halibut Cove should be on everyone’s bucket list and here at Stillpoint Lodge, we aim to make it special. Check out these five reasons why Halibut Cove is the ideal destination.
Alaskans aren’t known for their fashion, unless you think about the gorgeous fur parkas that are part of traditional dress for numerous groups of Native peoples here—they’re known as atigi in Iñupiaq—or beautiful and practical mukluks, boots that keep your feet warm and dry in the winter while being light and flexible. In the area near Stillpoint Lodge, it is hard to tell the difference between some of the wealthy individuals that have million-dollar homes in the area from the coffee shop owner. Well worn jeans, quick dry pants, hiking or rubber boots, layered shirts, puffer jackets, vests and ball caps are the fashion of choice.
It's a good idea to be prepared for any vacation, but especially a luxury Alaska vacation filled with daily excursions into nature. Alaska is a state filled with awe-inspiring wilderness and adventure that you'll want to be dressed and prepared for so you won't miss a minute.
That being said, you'll want to bring some of the following essential items before you head off to one of America's most extreme, but extremely wonderful, climates.
"The trip of a lifetime!"- that's how many of our guests describe this day of adventure. For most, the trip is perfectly timed get back to their cabin for a quick hot shower and still make it to happy hour... which everyone soon learns is a not-to-be-missed daily event... and they can't wait to tell the other guests and staff about their amazing day.
