Northern Lights

Planning your Alaska adventure? After helping thousands of visitors explore Fairbanks and Interior Alaska, these are the questions I'm asked most often. 1. When is the best time to visit Alaska? June through August offers the warmest weather and long daylight. Visit September through March for the best chance to see the Northern Lights. 2. What should I wear in Alaska? Dress in layers. A T-shirt, hoodie, rain jacket, and comfortable walking shoes are perfect for most summer days. 3. Is Alaska...

By Kevin McElheny, Owner of Heart of Alaska Tours After years of guiding visitors from around the world through Fairbanks and Interior Alaska, I've heard thousands of questions from first-time visitors. Whether you're planning an Alaska cruise extension, a bucket-list vacation, or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, these are the questions I get asked most often. Here are my honest answers and local tips to help you get the most out of your Alaska trip. 1. When Is the Best Time to Visit Alaska?...

Summer Jobs Every year thousands of people dream about visiting Alaska. What many don't realize is that you can actually get paid to spend an entire summer here. I've lived and worked in Alaska for years, and one of the most incredible jobs I've ever had was working as a dog sled guide on a glacier outside of Juneau. That's right—I spent my days flying by helicopter onto a glacier, introducing visitors from around the world to sled dogs, and living an experience that most people only see in...