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TRAVEL TIPS & INSPIRATION

Alaska

 ALASKA 

GETTING THERE

  • Hop a plane, climb aboard a ship or hit the road, but keep the camera close at hand, the journey itself can be breathtaking

  • With road, rail and air connections to the rest of the state, Anchorage is a natural choice for Alaska adventure

  • One-way cruises depart Vancouver, British Columbia, travel the Inside Passage in Southeast Alaska, into Southcentral Alaska and the Anchorage area

  • The Alaska Highway runs more than 1,300 miles between British Columbia, Canada and Alaska. The trip to Anchorage via Canada varies by departure point, but you’ll want to plan on several days of travel time

 

BUCKET LIST

  • Stay in Forest Service Cabin

  • Climb Flat Top Mountain

  • Sea kayaking

  • Stand on a glacier

  • Ice cave exploration

  • Enjoy a long or short trip on a train

  • See the Northern Lights

 

ADVENTURE

  • Hike and fish in Alaska’s Emerald Isle

  • Meet the creatures that live under the sea in Homer

  • Mingle with the wildlife at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge

  • Experience Alaska’s only true all-season ski resort, Alyeska Resort

Food and Attractions

FOODS TO TRY
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  • Wild Alaska King Crab Legs

  • Caribou Chili

  • Wild Alaska Seafood Etouffee

  • BBQ Wild Alaska Halibut

  • Moose Steak

  • Copper River Salmon

  • Gooseberry Pie

DRINKS TO TRY

 

  • Nome

  • Alaskan Iced Tea

  • Smoked Salmon Bloody Mary

  • Alaska Gold Rush

PHOTOGRAPH HOT SPOTS 

 

  • Denali National Park and Preserve

  • Kenai Fjords National Park

  • Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

  • Katmai National Park and Preserve

  • Bering Land Bridge National Preserve

  • Northern Lights and Fairbanks

ARIZONA

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GETTING THERE

  • Hop a plane, train or drive

    • Phoenix's Sky Harbor International Airport

    • Amtrak serves all major cities except Phoenix (service from Amtrak bus)

    • Rental cars, ridesharing, etc.

 

BUCKET LIST

  • Grand Canyon

  • Desert Botanical Garden

  • Chapel of the Holy Cross

  • Swim or raft in Lake Mead

  • Town of Sedona

  • Saguaro National park

 

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GETTING CREATIVE

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Arizona is underrated and the list above barely scratches the surface. Together we can curate your own "bucket list" itinerary to explore the vast awe-inspiring landscapes and the not-to-be-overlooked vineyards. There are more than a dozen vineyards and 60+ wineries located throughout the state. And if wine isn't your thing, explore the thriving craft beer community! Let's not forget about the food!

Food and Attractions

FOODS TO TRY
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  • Mesquite bread

  • Salsa made with chiltepin peppers

  • Pozole: Mexican stew

  • Navajo taco

    • Just to name a few!

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DRINKS TO TRY

 

  • Snowcone margarita

  • Kombucha

  • Honey lavender latte

  • Regional wines from Arizona vineyards

    • And of course some tasty craft beer & spirits​

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PHOTOGRAPH HOT SPOTS 

 

  • Grand Canyon

  • Red Rock State Park

  • Lake Mead

  • London Bridge

  • Havasu Falls

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SAN FRANCISCO

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HISTORY

  • A small settlement of approximately 800 people grew quickly in size and popularity when gold was discovered in the 1800's

  • San Francisco as destroyed by fire and earthquakes requiring the city to rebuild into a thriving multicultural city known for history and innovations​​

  • Mediterranean type of climate with warm and dry summers and wet/mild winter

  • Progressive city that welcomes and embraces the LGBTQ+ community

  • Easiest way to get to San Francisco is to fly into the San Francisco Airport (SFO) and is only 13 miles south of downtown 

  • Very diverse in terms of art, music, cuisine, festivals and home to the largest and oldest Chinatown

 

BUCKET LIST

  • Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 68

  • Ferry to Alcatraz

  • Walk, bike or drive across the Golden Gate Bridge

  • Lombard Street

  • Take a cable car ride

  • Explore Golden Gate Park

  • Bay Cruise

LET'S GO!

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Napa Valley is home to some of the most famous vineyards in the world. While this small section of the state only accounts for 4% of all of the wine grapes grown in California, it is home to approximately 430 wineries producing 815 different wines. Almost all of the wineries in Napa Valley are family-owned, which means when you visit, you'll be treated to the most authentic experience. Tour some of the region's most beautiful vineyards and enjoy a private tasting in the wine cellar when you visit Napa Valley

Food and Attractions

FOODS TO TRY
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  • Dim Sum

  • Sourdough bread

  • Dungeness Crab

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Napa Valley Wine Train - A fun way to not only stop at famous Napa Valley wineries but on board, you will be treated to a gourmet dining experience with chefs preparing fresh, local dishes

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DRINKS TO TRY

 

  • California wines of course!

You'd probably be surprised to know that there is a thriving craft beer community in the midst of the wine country. Santa Rosa is where the wineries of Napa Valley stop, and the breweries begin. You'll find no shortage of award-winning brews.

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PHOTOGRAPH HOT SPOTS 

 

  • Twin Peaks

  • Dolores Park

  • Golden Gate Bridge

  • Fort Point

  • Marin Headlands

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