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Destination Alaska

Valerie & Valise

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

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32:44

Visiting Seward in 2025

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/12

So you wanna visit Seward, Alaska, in 2025? Or maybe you're starting or ending an Alaska cruise there? Maybe you're ticking off national parks and it's finally time for Kenai Fjords? Whatever the reason, this video is essential for travel this year. Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Ally from Visit Seward 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

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40:30

Visiting Ketchikan in 2023

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/11

Planning to visit Ketchikan in 2023? Whether you're taking a cruise or traveling there on your own by ferry, plane, or cruise ship, this one's for you. Listen to this live seminar and Q&A with Patti from Visit Ketchikan for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Ketchikan this year. In this episode, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Ketchikan, including different seasons and what to do in each one ★ How to get to Ketchikan – you've got choices! ★ The incredible list

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37:39

Visiting Denali in 2025

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/11

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

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48:41

Visiting Fairbanks in 2025

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/11

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

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52:11

Visiting Anchorage in 2025

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

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

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38:52

Visiting Juneau in 2023

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Planning to visit Juneau in 2023? Whether you're taking a cruise or traveling there on your own by ferry, plane, or cruise ship, this one's for you. Listen to this audio-only seminar and Q&A with Ben from Travel Juneau for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Juneau and the surrounding region this year. In this episode, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Juneau, including different seasons and what to do in each one ★ How to get to Juneau – you've got choices! ★

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01:00:14

Visiting Homer in 2023

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Planning to visit Homer, Alaska in 2023? This episode is for you! Listen to this audio-only version of a webinar I recorded with Brad & Julianne from Visit Homer, Alaska for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Homer and the surrounding region this year. In this video, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Homer, including different seasons and what to do in each one ★ How to get to Homer and the driving distances ★ The ultimate Homer bucket list of things to do As

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37:44

Visiting Fairbanks in 2023

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Want to visit Fairbanks in 2023? Of course you do! Watch this live seminar and Q&A with Kasey from Explore Fairbanks for accurate and up-to-date information about what's going on in Fairbanks and the surrounding region this year. In this video, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Fairbanks, including weather, seasons, and daylight hours ★ Incredible things to do in Fairbanks, and nearby, like Chena Hot Springs, North Pole, and Denali National Park ★ Fairbanks area food and drink, as well as

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56:17

Visiting Denali in 2023

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

So you want to visit Denali National Park & Preserve in 2023? You've come to the right place! I sat down with Sharon Stiteler, Public Information Officer for the National Park Service at Denali National Park & Preserve, to discuss visiting this summer. You'll learn things like: ★ The basics of visiting Denali National Park ★ Suggested itineraries for a half-day, one night, two nights, and 3+ nights in the Denali area ★ Tips on safely visiting, hiking, and wildlife encounters Plus special

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55:00

Visiting Anchorage in 2023

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Kathy Dunn from Visit Anchorage is back! Listen as I sit down (virtually) with Kathy to discuss how to visit in 2023, and all the info you need to know! In this video, we cover: ★ Basic info about visiting Anchorage, including weather, daylight hours, and temperatures ★ Alaska Native cultural experiences you can have ★ Anchorage area food and drink – and what you *must* try As well as new experiences to have in Anchorage in 2023, including: ★ Alyeska Nordic Spa (video review coming soon!) ★

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31:20

Visiting Southeast Alaska in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Join me as I sit down (virtually) with a number of destinations in Southeast Alaska to discuss how to visit in 2021, and all the info you need to know! The panel features: Kara from Travel Juneau Patti from Ketchikan Liz from Alaska's Rainforest Islands Laurie from Visit Sitka Wendy from Skagway This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info

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23:18

Cruising Alaska in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Zak from Alaskan Dream Cruises and Captain Dan from Uncruise to discuss how to cruise in Alaska in 2021, and all the info you need to know! This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

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46:57

Visiting Denali in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Paul from Denali National Park & Preserve to discuss how to visit in 2021, and all the info you need to know! This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

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22:28

Alaska Tours & Experiences in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Join me as I for a panel update from several tours & operators in Alaska to hear how they are adjusting for 2021, and all the info you need to know. The panel includes: Meghan from the Alaska Railroad Chris from Alyeska Resort Javier from Chena Hot Springs Cole from Rust's Flying Service/K2 Aviation Kirsten from Major Marine Tours This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize

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36:41

Visiting the Kenai Peninsula in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Bob from Visit Homer, Debbie from the Kenai Peninsula, Kat from Visit Seward, and Lisa from the Whittier Chamber of Commerce to discuss how to visit each of these communities and areas in 2021, and all the info you need to know! This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

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29:15

Visiting Fairbanks in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/10

Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Amy from Explore Fairbanks to discuss how to visit in 2021, and all the info you need to know! This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

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43:09

Visiting Anchorage in 2021

Destination Alaska ·

2024/12/09

Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Kathy from Visit Anchorage to discuss how to visit in 2021, and all the info you need to know!This episode was originally released as part of my 2021 Alaska Summer Travel Series; it's been edited to remove some content and clarify the episode, but I apologize for any weird cuts or irrelevant info from the original version.

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