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A Holland America ship in Glacier Bay, Alaska.

One of the world’s most scenic cruising destinations is set to become even more popular

This North American destination is chalking up record seasons, as major lines continue to expand their operations in response to soaring demand.

  • Brian Johnston
Anchorage and the mountains beyond.

Port guide: Anchorage, Alaska

The wild, remote location of Anchorage is exhilarating, but so too is the discovery of a sophisticated city with great dining and museums and friendly people.

  • Brian Johnston
There’s a bear in there … somewhere.

I went to this wild island for one specific reason and it didn’t show up

The universe doesn’t always co-operate just because you have limited time to fulfil a lifelong dream.

  • Katrina Lobley
The Spice H2O pool deck has ample space and chairs.

The mid-size ship that delivers max-size enjoyment

After its bow-to-stern refurbishment, there’s a lot to love on Norwegian Cruise Line’s smallest ship.

  • Kristie Kellahan
Elevate your Anchorage experience with a glacier and wildlife scenic 1.5-hour flight.

Spectacular scenery and ‘deer dawgs’: Nine highlights of Anchorage, Alaska

This scenic city is so much more than just a cruise pitstop.

  • Julia D'Orazio
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Glacial flightseeing with Wings Airways lets you soar over the region’s five glaciers.

Nine must-do highlights of Juneau, Alaska

It’s Alaska’s capital but with a population of just 33,000, Juneau feels like one big neighbourhood and is easily accessible on foot.

  • Kate Armstrong
The Queen Elizabeth, belittled by ice in Glacier Bay, Alaska.

The Alaskan glacier that makes Game of Thrones’ Wall seem feeble

Alaska’s Inside Passage is a remarkable 1600-kilometre-long network of fjords and forested islands.

  • Kate Armstrong
The waterways around Sitka.

Fishing nirvana delivers unexpected ‘Alaska moment’

On a Cunard cruise, an attempt at fly-fishing comes with a revelation, but it isn’t what was initially imagined.

  • Kate Armstrong
Ouch factor: a contestant in the Ear Pull.

The alternative Olympics you never knew existed

Despite featuring an ear tug-of-war, a fish filleting contest and a blanket toss, this event has been allowed to use the fiercely protected Olympic name.

  • Julia D'Orazio
The nothern lights: Why you should always get a window seat if you're flying over or near the Arctic.

Alaska, US: Here's what it is like to fly beneath the northern lights

Here's why you should always get a window seat when flying over or near the Arctic Circle.

  • Matthew Cappucci

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