Special Deals for Alaskan #Playcations
It is more important now more than ever to support your fellow Alaskans. This summer we want you to make the most of it and plan a #Playcation! Here are some amazing deals from our members that you won’t want to miss. Who: Sunny Cove KayakingWhat: Alaskan Promo - 20% off all tours! Be sure to use the code “AlasakLocal” when you are checking out. Book online here. When: Book through June to get the deal.Where: SewardWho: Alaska SeaLife CenterWhat: Special Alaskan Rates. Reserve your tickets online here.When: All Summer LongWhere: SewardWho: Baycrest LodgeWhat: 20-30% off all bookings for...
Ecotourism: 10 Unforgettable Adventures You Should Book
Alaska’s alluring landscape is the main driver of tourism in the state. It’s hard to deny the beauty of its tall mountains, vast lakes, intriguing wildlife, and magnificent glaciers. But there’s more to the state than the scenic views. The Kenai has a multitude of businesses who are wildly passionate about its wildlife and have contributed to helping tourists experience responsible travel while indulging in the beauty of the state with Mother Nature top-of-mind.These businesses not only offer care and compassion to our planet, but they provide extraordinary ways for visitors from all over the...
Hike, ATV, Sightsee in the Caribou Hills
Photo Credit: kb7q.blogspot.comThe Caribou Hills (or as locals say, “the hills”) is a popular year-round recreation area on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground. This vast area is located just 50 mils south of Kenai and Soldotna, 25 mils north of Homer and 15 miles east of Ninilchik.The Caribou Hills features miles of old seismographic trails left over from the 1960’s and the early oil exploration days in Alaska.Photo from cariboulodgealaska.comThe Caribou Hills offer excellent areas for the entire family to get out and enjoy a day of hiking. You can drive right up into the hills and many trails...
Glorious Glaciers on Alaska’s Playground
Photo of Exit Glacier near Seward, Alaska from http://www.alaska.org.When we ask visitors what are the top attractions that bring them to The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground, the most common answers are 1. Mountains, 2. Glaciers, and 3. Wildlife.Photo from http://www.triptribe.com.And the most beautiful thing about that answer is that it is often a possibility to enjoy mountains, glaciers and wildlife all in the same trip. Amazing, right? Only on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground!Photo from Kenai Fjords Tours in Seward, Alaska.Below we have a list of some of the most amazing glaciers on the Kenai...
Kasilof, Alaska - The Often Overlooked Tiny Town That You'll Fall Madly In Love With
Located south of Alaska's Kenai River City of Soldotna on the Sterling Highway is the wickedly underrated community of Kasilof, population 550. The massive widespread beaches, captivating lakes, prolific rivers, and awe-inspring vistas are loved fiercely by Last Frontier locals. But many visitors often overlook this tiny drive-by town in route directly to Homer, Alaska's halibut fishing capital of the world.Tustumena Lake, Johnson Lake, Crooked Creek Recreational Area, Kasilof River, and the Kasilof Beach are some of the most popular attractions in the area. Fishing, ATV'ing, dipnetting,...
The Kenai's Most Adorable Baby Moose Moments Caught On Video
The season for adorable moose babies is officially upon us, and we thought we'd celebrate the magic of this treasured wildlife viewing time with this precious video compilation. Whether you're a local or you plan on visiting The Kenai, Alaska's Playground this month - keep your eyes peeled for these amazing creatures roaming in the wild. There truly isn't anything more enchanting than catching these rare moments on video. If you aren't one of the lucky ones that's been able to experience this in person, start by watching the wonderful videos below and get ready to fall madly in love with...
15 Surefire Ways To Soak Up Every Last Ounce Of Spring On The Kenai
It’s hard to believe that we’ve already made it through the first week of May on The Kenai! This means that our glorious spring season is already halfway over! Where does the time go? It seems like if flies by lickety-split once the snow stars melting and we become overwhelmingly spoiled with those glorious daylight hours and warm temperatures! That is, of course, once we make it through the dreaded ‘break up’ phase. Now that we are well into the spring spirit, check out this fun list of adventures that you can have right here on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground before (or after) summer kicks...
15 Incredible Eco-Tourism Adventures That You Can Have On The Kenai
Credit: Dan FriendNot only do we have a multitude of exceptional businesses on The Kenai, Alaska's Playground, but the entire state of Alaska is known for having some of the best tourism outfits on the entire planet. You see, what makes these companies truly stand out from the crowd is the fact that they don't only care about their employees and visitors from all around the world, but they are also wildly passionate about Mother Nature. With care, compassion and concern for our planet both today and in the future, these businesses stand out for their dedication to sustainability. On top of...
Alaska Travel Diary: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Winter Wonderland Vacation
Greetings to all my fellow adventure lovers and fans of The Kenai, Alaska's Playground. My name is Jillian Hyland and I am an Oregon resident, hospitality professional and traveling addict with an undying wanderlust for life. I'm taking over the blog for the week to share with you my personal experiences traveling to Alaska, on the tailwind of the notoriously-snowy winter season. Before we go any further you should know one thing; it's not as hard or overwhelming as you might think! Traveling to Alaska, at any time of the year, is absolutely spectacular and easily accessible via major...
Celebrating 12 Incredible Businesses On The Kenai - International Women’s Day
Credit: www.adfg.alaska.govWith March 8th, 2017 being International Women's Day, we thought we'd take a moment to honor some of The Kenai's most beloved local businesses. Each and every one of these thriving businesses offers a truly unique and special product to the many communities throughout the Kenai Peninsula. Whether you're looking for a delicious restaurant, a spectacular lodging experience or a once-in-a-lifetime dream vacation planned by experts - you'll find it in the wonderful list below. Enjoy all that there is to offer on the only place in the Last Frontier known as Alaska's...
17 Wildly Entertaining Winter Events That Everyone On The Kenai Loves
Credit: Leif HagenEven though winter is getting ready to (hopefully) come to a close, we wanted to break into the March Madness spirit with a compilation of exceptional winter events held right here on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground. Because this time of year, we all need a little extra something to help beat those wintertime blues. Without further ado, check out some of the most action-packed winter wonderland activities on the Kenai Peninsula and get ready to fall in love with the snowy season all over again. Credit: Eric Teela, Flickr1 – Seward Polar Bear Jump The Seward Polar Bear Jump is...
30 Outdoorsy Alaskan Instagram Accounts That Everyone On The Kenai Should Follow ASAP
Now that we are gliding along smoothly into the New Year, we wanted to take a moment to stop, reflect and share. Since we live in the most beautiful place in the world (aka – The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground), sometimes it’s easy for us to get wrapped up in our own little slice of paradise. But what we’ve noticed along the way is that our fellow Alaskan friends, colleagues and adventure-lovers have some of the best kept secrets in the great 49th state. So what’s all the hush-hush about? These 30 Instagram accounts are filled with so much phenomenal eye-candy that you won’t be able to contain...