Detailed, double-sided road map Alaska, ideal for route-planning. Clearly shows the national road network & selected provincial & local roads, with each class of road clearly indicated & road numbers shown. Topography is shown with relief shading & some spot heights, & colour shading is used to indicate land types. International & provincial boundaries are clearly marked, as are National Parks, nature reserves & restricted military areas. Symbols indicate various sights & locations of tourist interest, such as churches, temples, panoramas & viewing points, monuments & historic sites. Some hotels & campsites are marked. Railway lines, airports, oil pipelines & restricted access points are also shown. A grid divides the map at 2 ...

Alaska in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Alaska, including the Aleutian Islands, at 1:3, 000, 000 on an exceptionally detailed map published by Imus Geographics with an extensive index listing both towns or small settlements & geographical features such as peaks, glaciers, rivers, bays & islands, etc. The map provides an uninterrupted view of the whole state, without any peripheral regions or islands tucked away in insets. Shading & altitude colouring are used to show the general relief, with names and/or spot heights for many peaks. More rivers or lakes are shown & named than on other similar scale maps of the state. Boundaries of national or state parks, forest & other protected areas are highlighted. Also marked are Indian reservations, the National Petroleum Reserve & internal administrative boundaries. With the wealth of topographic information in the background, road network is inevitably less clearly visible than on purely road maps, but is presented distinguishing between paved highways (shown with driving distances), gravel highways & other roads. Railways lines & coastal ferry routes included & airports are graded into those with scheduled jet services, public access or military airports & seaplane bases. Also marked are the Iditarod Trail & the course of the Trans-Alaska pipeline. Symbols indicate state parks with camping facilities, visitor centres, marine parks & wildlife watching sites, ski areas, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 2° intervals. Also provided is a table of distances shown in both miles & kilometres.* * Please note:* in view of the wealth of information shown on the map, some names printed on the map are in relatively small size font. ...

Alaska has both vast wilderness tracts & a modern transportation system, making eco-travelling in the state easy as well as exciting. From the broad expanses of tundra in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge & the rich seabird colonies of the Bering Sea to the glacier-bedecked snowy mountains & magnificent forests of the Southeast, wildlife viewing opportunities abound. In this book is all the information you will need to find, identify, & learn about Alaska`s magnificent animal life.- Identifying & location information on the most frequently seen animals.- Full-colour illustrations of more than 320 of Alaska`s most common marine invertebrates, insects, amphibians, fishes, birds, & mammals.- Up-to-date information on the ecology, behavior, & conservation of the animals.- Information on Alaska`s habitats & on the most common plants you will encounter.- Brief descriptions of Alaska`s most frequently visited parks & reserves. Easy to carry, entertainingly written, beautifully illustrated-you will want to have this book as constant companion on your journey. ...

All you need to inspire every step of your journey. An in-depth book, now with free app & e Book. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip & experience the best of Alaska, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Denali & hidden cultural gems like Flattop Mountain.· Insight Guides Alaska is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Alaska Zoo, to discovering Pioneer Park· In-depth on history & culture: enjoy special features on the ecology & the national forests, all written by local experts·

Includes:: innovative, unique extras to keep youup-to-date when you`re on the move
- this guide comes with a free e Book, & an app that highlights top attractions & regional information & is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop & local event listings· Invaluable maps, travel tips & practical information ensure effortless planning, & encourage venturing off the beaten track· Inspirational colour photography throughout
- Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books· Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience



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Alaska National Parks in the National Geographic National Parks guide series; comprising a selection of titles dedicated to the National Parks of the United States. Each of the titles in the series covers a different region of America & explores the area’s parks; providing a comprehensive survey for visitors. An introductory chapter profiles the region’s parks & provides practical advice on how to get there, when to go, how to make the most of your visit, entrance fees, pets, facilities for the disabled, campgrounds & hotels, motels & inns. Each of the National Parks guides is arranged by chapters dedicated to individual parks, allowing readers to locate the information they need easily. A series of information boxes provide an overview of the park, with details of size, date of establishment, the best time to visit & contact details, acreage & the activities available. There is also a What Not to Miss fact box which gives an overview of the park’s highlights. Overview maps of the region are accompanied by comprehensive descriptions of the various excursions available in each park, with appropriate advice & important tips on navigation & how to deal with wildlife on the trail. Extensive information on the flora & fauna of each park is incorporated throughout each guide in addition to the park’s history. ...

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Alaska is a trip of a lifetime. Nowhere else can you kayak to glaciers; fly over the highest peak in North America; wonder at the Aurora Borealis; stay out all night celebrating the midnight sun; visit quirky towns; spot bear, eagles, moose, & whales; & learn the true meaning of the word remote all in the same trip.
Expanded Coverage: More regional itineraries to help first-time visitors plan their perfect trip.
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Features: Rich full-color features help travelers make the most of top experiences, from whale watching & bear sighting to shopping for Alaska Native crafts & learning about the Klondike Gold Rush. The Alaska Wilderness chapter highlights the different ecozones found in the state--rain forests, interior forests, tundra, ice, mountains, & sea--and how best to experience them, including top guide recommendations.
Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Alaska's top attractions & experiences are broken down at a glance, as are the top itineraries. Each region has a convenient overview with highlights & practical advice for getting around. The pull-out map comes complete with an outdoor activity finder.
Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Alaska offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth"es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their Alaska stay with complete confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.






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Both the Inside Passage of Alaska & the Gulf of Alaska are among the single most popular of all cruise destinations, & multitudes of cruisers will welcome this expert assistance in choosing a cruise & the activities on ship & land that the cruise offers. Easy Guide to Alaska Cruises & Ports of Call is written by two foremost experts on the subject: Fran Golden, who writes about cruising for USA Today, & Gene Sloan, who oversees the two important cruise websites of USA Today. Together, they have been on far more than 100 cruises, & the results of that experience are strikingly evident in this well-regarded guidebook. ...

Alaska in the Frommer's Day By Day series is a pocket-sized guide ideal for short trips, covering a variety of budgets. The best sights of each destination are listed in convenient full-day tours for one, two or three days such as: thematic tours for interests including art, architecture & history are described, allowing you to get the most out of your time; walking tours take you around each destination ...