Resurrection Bay, Alaska encloses a rich marine ecosystem with rugged coves, bays and islands. The relatively protected waters and park shoreline attract a large population of North Pacific marine wildlife. Bald Eagles, dolphins, whales, Back-floating sea otters and harbor seals can be seen almost everywhere. These giclée prints are available in several sizes and are custom printed forContinue reading “Todays Featured Poster • Resurrection Bay”
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Ketchikan, An Alaska Port of Call
ketchikan, Alaska is known as the gateway the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s famed Inside Passage, a network of waterways that wind through some of the most amazingly beautiful wilderness in the world. Ketchikan is famous for three things; salmon, amazing scenery, and its rich Alaska Native culture. Founded as aContinue reading “Ketchikan, An Alaska Port of Call”
Ketchikan, Port of Call Alaska
By 1936 there were seven canneries working, producing almost two million cases of salmon a season. The need for lumber fostered the Ketchikan Spruce Mills built in 1903, which operated for over 70 years. The lumber industry collapsed when the Clinton administration moved to reduce timber cutting in Alaska by having the U.S. Forest serviceContinue reading “Ketchikan, Port of Call Alaska”
Juneau, Alaska -A Port of Call
A Port Day in Juneau Probably the most isolated state capital in the United States and one of two that you cannot drive to (Hawaii). It is also one of the most frequented cities on Alaska cruise itineraries. Besides being isolated and the states capital it also has a much to offer. Where Your ShipContinue reading “Juneau, Alaska -A Port of Call”
Cruising and the Alaska Glaciers
Cruising Alaska has been gaining in popularity for a number of years and it doesn’t seem like interest will taper off any time soon. All the major cruise lines offer itineraries as do a number of the smaller cruise lines. If you’re looking for a cruise recommendation Alaska’s glaciers is high on most lists. AlaskaContinue reading “Cruising and the Alaska Glaciers”
The Port of Call Skagway, Alaska
Spending a Day in a Gold Rush Town Skagway is a very popular port of call for Alaska cruises. With a population that fluctuates between 700 and 2,000 from winter to summer it is easy to see what the economy is based on. While Skagway is small and isolated that doesn’t mean there isn’t anythingContinue reading “The Port of Call Skagway, Alaska”
The Intentional Travelers 