| Alaska on the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children Contributor(s): Kirkland, Erin (Author) |
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ISBN: 1602232210 ISBN-13: 9781602232211 Publisher: University of Alaska Press OUR PRICE: $21.56 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | United States - West - Pacific (ak, Ca, Hi, Or, Wa) |
| Dewey: 917.980 |
| LCCN: 2013022119 |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6" W x 8.8" (1.20 lbs) 352 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Western U.S. - Geographic Orientation - Alaska - Cultural Region - Pacific Northwest |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Nearly two million people visit Alaska every year, drawn to its spectacular views and endless activities. But with such size and so many options, it can seem overwhelming when it comes to planning a family vacation to the 49th state. The best place to start? With a local, of course. Journalist and Alaska resident Erin Kirkland knows every corner of the state, and she has crossed thousands of miles with her son. In Alaska on the Go, she offers a fresh take on exploring some of the most beautiful land in the world, with tips and tricks that only an insider knows. Serving as the perfect tour guide, Kirkland identifies the best and most kid-friendly destinations in cities across Alaska. She offers practical advice on everything from restaurants to rest stops and from weather surprises to wild animals. Photos, maps, and sample itineraries make it easy for parents to plan a trip that will delight and entertain everyone. The only family travel guide to Alaska written by a current Alaskan, Alaska on the Go makes the state more accessible than ever. Whether traveling via car, cruise ship, or dogsled, this practical, portable guide will open up a new world of memorable adventures. |
Contributor Bio(s): Kirkland, Erin: - Erin Kirkland is a contributing editor to Alaska Magazine, cohost of the Alaska Travelgram Radio Show, and publisher of AKontheGO.com, a website dedicated to family travel and outdoor recreation in Alaska. She is the author of Alaska on the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children and Alaska on the Go: Exploring the Alaska Marine Highway System with Children. She lives in Anchorage, Alaska. |