Alaska

CRUISES

Alaska Cruise On Holland America Koningsdam: Glaciers, Wildlife, History
ByJackie Sheckler Finch August 11, 2026

Summary: Contributor Jackie Sheckler Finch recounts her Alaska cruise on Holland America Koningsdam. The trip’s shore excursions provide unforgettable encounters with Alaska’s rugged past. Highlights include panning for gold in Juneau, riding the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad in Skagway, and enjoying the high-energy Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show in Ketchikan. Ultimately, the Koningsdam…

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FOOD & WINE

Wild Alaskan Company Offers Home Cooks A Virtual Taste Of Alaska
ByIrene S. Levine July 14, 2025

When we aren’t traveling, we try to eat at least two portions of fish each week as part of a healthier diet. We enjoy the taste of many varieties, but especially like the numbers we see on the scale after eating seafood. A meal with fish always seems to keep our weight down after we’ve…

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TRAVEL TIPS

6 Places To See The Most Amazing Wildlife On The Planet
ByAmelia Hudson August 6, 2019

Getting up close and personal with some of the world’s most amazing wildlife is one of the most spectacular experiences one can have when traveling.

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