subject: Alaska-an Enchanting Destination For A Memorable Vacation! [print this page] North Americas largest state, Alaska is a wonderful destination that has gained immense popularity on global tourism map for the attractions offered by the place. To the west, Bering Sea, to the north Arctic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean to the south and the Yukon Territory at the east cocoons Alaska. The destination is also known for its abundant natural resources. A wide array of attractions pertaining to sports, scenic attractions, history, culture, adventure, etc are offered by the status. All these aspects have made the state a popular tourist destination. Reaching here is very easy as these days many airline carriers offer inexpensive flight tickets. This has made it possible for the budget travelers to reach this magnificent destination and enjoy a remarkable vacation.
Alaska, a round the year destination, is a good to visit place any time of the year. The time between May to September is considered to be the best time to visit as during this time, days are long and comparatively warmer. One can explore the place comfortably. This is the reason, more and more travel agents advertise cheap tickets to Alaska at this time. It is always recommended to book flight tickets in advance so as to avoid any disappointments later on.
The most important thing that appeals tourists coming here is the rich culture of the place. The native music and dance of the place enthralls tourists. Besides, music and dance, other attractions like festivals, fairs, arts, crafts, museums, totem carvings, heritage centers and many more also appeals visitors. If the place seems to be appealing, book tickets on any one of the flights to Alaska and enjoy this wonderful destination.
The Gold rush era in Alaska depicts its involvement in World War II, influence of Russians, etc through many tours, museums and historical sites. It has been aptly said that, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder and Alaskans are known to celebrate beauty that is spread all around them. The beauty can be seen not only in its natural attractions but also in art galleries, cultural centers, market places, restaurants, etc. The shops offer native handicrafts and tribal art on sale that are especially liked by visitors coming here. Performing arts like music, theaters, dances, etc are also celebrated in festivals and workshops offering a chance to the visitors to know the destination from close quarters.
A weeklong celebration in the form of annual Alaska Folk Festival is the perfect place to enjoy Classics festival and Juneau Jazz. This is actually celebration of life through music in its purest form. Traditional athlete games are played by people in the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics. The games are played annually in the month of June. There is another event, Golden Days that celebrates gold rush heritage of the town. During this five daylong event, attractions like parade, fashion show, beer festival, street fair, river regatta and duckie race that mesmerizes people.
The destination is meant for people of all ages as something or the other is available for everyone. To enjoy the destination without any problem, it is advisable to keep all aspects of travel like flight tickets, hotel accommodation, sightseeing tours, guides, etc in place. To get cheap flights to Alaska, it is imperative to book tickets timely.
