#SupportLocal
Being #AlaskaStrong means that we support our neighbors and local communities. There are so many simple ways that you can help support your favorites in your town. Here are just a few: 1 - Leave reviews on your favorite spots Facebook page, Google, and TripAdvisor. This costs nothing but your time and makes a huge difference for your community. 2 - Find out which places near you are offering to go and curbside pick-ups and choose to support local and shop small if you are able to. 3 - You can find out more about your area by visiting your local chamber of commerce’s webpages. If you don’t...
A "Play-cation" in Ninilchik
A "Play-cation" in Ninilchik where a quick trip down to Deep Creek State Recreation Area this time of year means some nice dolly varden fishing. Grab a quick coffee and breakfast at Inlet View Lodge, you can pick up any replacement gear at the General Store and head to the beach. When it's time for lunch Rosco's Pizza or Keen Kow Thai Food have you covered. Supporting the Kenai Peninsula is more important than ever so get out there and explore your own back yard! #alaskanstrong #tourismstrongMore local information can be found at Ninilchik Chamber of CommerceIf you have never taken a...
My Kenai Peninsula Stay-Cation in Homer during Covid-19
I can't believe its another MoTuthurday already and I wanted to share with you what Mark, Alice and I did the first MoTuthurday this week. We were a little stir crazy and needed to get some fresh air while making sure we were safe and following the health mandates Governor Dunleavy has issued for Alaska.We loaded up in the suburu with Alice's bike and hit the Homer Spit for a walk along the bike path. We worked up an appetite so I looked up the Homer to Go Facebook page the Homer Chamber of Commerce has put together to check out our options. Beluga Lake Lodge Bar & Grill had an online...
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...
This Footage Will Make You Fall In Love With Backpacking On The Kenai
Happy first day of July! With the 4th of July weekend officially upon us, we figured that there is no greater way to celebrate our independence than to leave the noise of the city behind us and disappear into the woods for a lofty dose of nature cleansing. For all over you adventure travelers that are visiting The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground this summer, we have the perfect idea for you to get the most out of every step of your epic journey. First things first; You must rummage your closet for some ultra-durable wicking layers of clothing, get a handful of MRE meals and some delicious dried...
10 Breakfast Restaurants On The Kenai That Are Seriously Delicious
Flickr – ltenney1225They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so really – who are we to disagree? And after eating at all of these truly scrumptious restaurants, we might even want to start eating our favorite meal of the day for lunch and dinner too. For well made recipes with quality ingredients and lofty serving sizes, you gotta’ check out these 10 breakfast restaurants on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground that are sure to blow your taste buds out of the water. Note: These are listed in no particular order, because you know – we love them all equally!Flickr – Clemens v....
Beautiful Beaches on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground
Photo by Jean -Marie Prival, FlickrAs Summer Solstice has officially came and went, we are now able to ring in all that the season has to offer. Warm weather and over 20 hours of daylight means that we have more time than our heart desires to get out and enjoy our beautiful beaches, sandy shores and spectacular mountain views.Photo by Robert Levy, Flickr.The beach in Seward is an excellent place to camp with friends and family, go whale watching or just listen to the waves crash against shore as you prepare to head out of a saltwater fishing adventure. The snow-capped mountains in the...
May Keen-Eye Candy
Well, it’s hard to believe that June is already here! May ended up proving to be one of the most beautiful months that we’ve seen all year. From steady temps in the 70’s, flat water on the salt, stunning vistas high in the mountains, epic sunrises and breathtaking sunsets… it sure was a doozy!When you take the drive from The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground up north towards Anchorage, it’s impossible not to stop at Six Mile Creek to splash your toes in the water, especially on the most perfect sunshiny Alaska day.Lower Summit Lake is an excellent place to go birding, wildlife viewing or just stop...