All that said, any opportunity to visit Alaska is a great one, and Smith often tells his clients, “It’s not about when, but wear.” As in, rather than focusing on the right time to go, one must focus ...

The ways to explore Alaska are just as enticing as the many reasons why people visit. Over a million go see the 49th state by cruise every year. Whether they stay onboard or embark on shore excursions ...

Planning the perfect Alaska itinerary is part art and part science. There is no perfect plan, since different people enjoy different activities and have different interests. Some folks travel to ...

Alaska – The Great Land. The 49 th state has long been on the travel lists for many travelers, and it's not difficult to understand why. Whether they come seeking the awesome majesty of Alaska's ...

The Norwegian Joy docks in downtown Juneau on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Over 3 million people visited Alaska during the tourism season that ended in April 2025 marking a new record for the state, ...

Alaska cruising is on a roll: After a brief setback in 2020-2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and accompanying cruise shutdowns, passenger numbers have recovered to their pre-pandemic levels and even ...

If you missed the just-ended 2025 Alaska cruise season, don’t worry your pretty little parka about it — your dream of glacier-gazing and totem-trail trekking is already within reach. Alaska’s cruise ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Doug Gollan covers private aviation and the business of luxury travel. The last-minute summit tentatively set for this Friday ...

The best time to visit Alaska will hardly be a surprise—it’s when you can get good weather and a lot of sunlight to see and ...