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National Geographic Adds Adventure Trips to Its Offerings

For years, National Geographic has inspired readers of its popular glossy magazine to journey to exotic lands, with its stunning images and first-rate travel experts. Now, in a move that’s a natural...

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Cruise to Alaska from Seattle from $549 and Save 50%

With breathtaking glaciers, untouched wilderness waiting to be explored, and stunning vistas, the last frontier has much to offer visitors, but its far-flung location makes it a pricey destination....

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All Aboard for Alaska: Four Cruise Lines Debut New Routes, Excursions

Sarah Palin isn’t the only one making waves in the 49th state. Thanks to a voter-enacted head tax and skyrocketing fuel costs, cruise ships have been unmooring from its ports for the past couple of...

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Up to 75% Off Kid’s Fares on Luxe Small-Ship Adventure Cruises

Looking for a high-adrenaline family getaway on the high seas? Small-ship cruise expert AdventureSmith Explorations has just the ticket (and discounted ones, at that!), with their sweet selection of...

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Liftopia Offers Slew of Super Bowl Sunday Slope Savings

Millions of people will be indoors watching the Super Bowl this Sunday, but Liftopia is offering exclusive lift ticket deals to get you out on the slopes – be quick, though, because the offers are...

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7,000 Miles, 7 River Crossings, No Fuel: An Epic “Fatbikerafting” Journey

Ever heard of fatbikerafting? I hadn’t either, until I recently read about Andrew Badenoch. But if this former marketing pro-turned-Arctic explorer has anything to do with it, the tongue-twister-ish...

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2-for-1 Princess Cruises Sale – Ends Monday

If you’re thinking of taking a Mediterranean, Northern Europe, transatlantic, or Alaska cruise this spring or summer, the time to book is now. Princess Cruises has slashed fares on dozens of...

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$199: Exclusive Late-Season Alaska Ski Deal at Alyeska Resort

Looking for a late-season ski fix? While most nationwide ski resorts spent this season pleading for the powdery white stuff (largely to no avail), Alaska’s Alyeska Resort, just 40 miles south of the...

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Cruise Sales This Week: Easy, Affordable Getaways for Couples

There are some amazing cruise deals available online this week – perfect for an easy, affordable, last-minute getaway for two. I’m a fan of cruising for a few reasons: You unpack once, get to see an...

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Deal Alert: Fly Virgin America to Anchorage from San Francisco, New York &...

Virgin America now flies to Anchorage, Alaska? In honor of  the airline’s new route, a special Alaska sale offers some of the lowest one-way fares ever. These flights from popular cities such as San...

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Photographing the Northern Lights: Tips, Tricks & Best Practices

Adventure traveler or not, few things inspire wanderlusters everywhere to brave the elements like the jewel-hued Northern Lights. If you’ve dreamed of chasing this legendary phenomenon, now’s the time:...

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Medieval Cave Tours, Horseback Safaris, & More: The Cruise World’s Newest...

Cruise port excursions have come a long way since the olden days of basic motor coach tours to local sites. Today, they’re exciting and adventurous, and designed to immerse cruise guests into local...

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Seeing the Iditarod in Person: Here’s How to Do It

The Iditarod is known as the “Last Great Race,” an incredible feat of endurance that covers 1,000 miles of rough terrain through blizzards and whiteouts – and features the most adorable athletes of any...

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3 Inexpensive Ways to See Alaska

Believe it or not, there are many ways to see Alaska without taking a cruise, lovely and hassle-free though they may be. Whether you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to cruising, want to see the...

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5 Affordable Foraging Experiences for Travelers

Foraging is a culinary trend that isn’t going away, and it’s only getting bigger in travel. Many credit the movement to chef René Redzepi of Noma, the Michelin-starred restaurant in Copenhagen that...

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Slideshow: 13 Scenic Lighthouses in America

Before defined ports and shipyards, mariners guided their ships to, well, any visible land. Eventually, to help these men see at night, cities built fires on hilltops to guide the ships and to alert...

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A Southeast Alaska Seafood Tour

There’s seafood, and then there’s seafood in Alaska. A trip is not complete without some salmon or king crab. Whether you’re embarking on a cruise or are seeing the state on your own, these...

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Summer State Fairs: 10 Quirky Attractions to Seek Out

What is it about state fairs that fill us with glee? Is it the chance to see our favorite local bands? Mental images of deep fried butter? The smells of food, cattle, and sweat simultaneously wafting...

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6 Incredible Zipline Experiences in the U.S.

It’s no wonder zipline tours are more popular than ever here in the States. The sensation you get from ziplining feels like flying, and it’s a manageable way for all types of travelers (at all fitness...

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5 Ways to Avoid the Early-Summer Crowds in Alaska

Roughly one million people visit Alaska’s ports as a part of the cruising season each year. That’s a lot of people between May and September. Thankfully, there are a few ways you can avoid getting lost...

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