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re: Anchorage Recommendations?
Posted on 2/21/21 at 11:50 pm to DiamondDog
Posted on 2/21/21 at 11:50 pm to DiamondDog
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Take the train and play it safe.
Is there a good train between Anchorage and Fairbanks?
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Posted on 2/21/21 at 11:53 pm to OMLandshark
ETA: Fairbanks ain't looking too much better with the forecast.
You might be out of luck.
You might be out of luck.
Posted on 2/21/21 at 11:56 pm to OMLandshark
Saw the northern lights up around Prudhoe Bay last year. Was pretty epic. I doubt you see shite in Anchorage
Posted on 2/21/21 at 11:59 pm to Pelican fan99
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Saw the northern lights up around Prudhoe Bay last year. Was pretty epic. I doubt you see shite in Anchorage
shite, how the hell did you get up there?
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:02 am to OMLandshark
And yeah, I’ll be sad if I don’t get to see the Lights, but really ever since 10th Grade I’ve always wanted to go to Alaska. Worst case I’ll be happy having visited. Right after Rome on places I want to visit that I haven’t.
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:07 am to DiamondDog
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Also. That flight from Seattle to Anchorage makes you think you’re going to die if it’s your last leg. Takes forever.
The flight attendants on the redeye from Anchortown to Seattle are not chosen for their attractiveness or warm personality, I can tell you that.
OP, spend as little time in Anchorage as humanly possible. You don't have to go too far outside the city limits to see some cool shite. They're hurting for tourism right now so you'll get some great deals.
This post was edited on 2/22/21 at 12:09 am
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:11 am to OMLandshark
I've been to Anchorage. I was expecting it to be a bit more exciting than it was. Whoever said its like Reno nailed it. Think Reno Nevada but more north and more cold.
King Crab is overrated. It's good, but it is expensive and doesn't fill you up at all, you'll be hungry 2 hours after eating it. Find yourself some good Halibut Fish & Chips instead. Humpy's is good.
I bet it would be better in the summer. Like you I went in the winter and it was dark most of the time.
It's nice to say I went to Alaska just to say I went. If I could do it again I would stay in a cabin somewhere and live the Alaskan lodge life with a wood fire instead of staying in the Marriott downtown like I did.
King Crab is overrated. It's good, but it is expensive and doesn't fill you up at all, you'll be hungry 2 hours after eating it. Find yourself some good Halibut Fish & Chips instead. Humpy's is good.
I bet it would be better in the summer. Like you I went in the winter and it was dark most of the time.
It's nice to say I went to Alaska just to say I went. If I could do it again I would stay in a cabin somewhere and live the Alaskan lodge life with a wood fire instead of staying in the Marriott downtown like I did.
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:15 am to OMLandshark
Hit the slopes in Girdwood at Alyeska Resort. The drive is about 40 miles SE of the city, but the views are incredible as you drive down the Turnagain Arm (waterway).
Restaurant suggestions - Lucky Wishbone (fried chicken spot), 49th State Brewing (king crab), Glacier Brewhouse (king crab), F Street Station (dive bar with good food), Simon and Seaforts (upper scale, but worth it).
Restaurant suggestions - Lucky Wishbone (fried chicken spot), 49th State Brewing (king crab), Glacier Brewhouse (king crab), F Street Station (dive bar with good food), Simon and Seaforts (upper scale, but worth it).
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:15 am to DiamondDog
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Take the train and play it safe.
I’ll be there on the 1st of April.
Will the train be running?
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:18 am to dclt145
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King Crab is overrated
Our guide took us to a place with KCL that were fricking huge and the meat was amazing.
Not overrated at all.
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:22 am to CP
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Hit the slopes in Girdwood at Alyeska Resort.
Yeah I think this would be a better trip. Northern lights are amazing but weather is looking snowy across the State this week.
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:26 am to OMLandshark
quote:Oilfield
shite, how the hell did you get up there?
Definitely not a place I'd recommend going to
This post was edited on 2/22/21 at 12:27 am
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:31 am to OMLandshark
Be sure to catch some salmon
Posted on 2/22/21 at 12:33 am to Jim Rockford
quote:STEWARDESSSES
The flight attendants on the redeye from Anchortown to Seattle are not chosen for their attractiveness or warm personality, I can tell you that.
Posted on 2/22/21 at 1:04 am to Pelican fan99
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Oilfield
Definitely not a place I'd recommend going to
Yep, it’s kind of a shithole. Spent a few years up there. Saw the lights a bunch.
Posted on 2/22/21 at 1:09 am to OMLandshark
Chena Hot Springs. Its a spa in the wilderness set up for Aurora viewing, NE of Fairbanks.
Closer to Anchorage, Hatcher Pass. Look up Aurora Forecasts. LINK
Closer to Anchorage, Hatcher Pass. Look up Aurora Forecasts. LINK
Posted on 2/22/21 at 1:12 am to OMLandshark
quote:Alaska Railroad
Is there a good train between Anchorage and Fairbanks?
Posted on 2/22/21 at 1:20 am to RogerTheShrubber
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RogerTheShrubber
Glad you posted those. I was too lazy to look them up
Posted on 2/22/21 at 1:26 am to 3deadtrolls
Its been 5 years since I went to Anchorage for a conference... but from what I remember from being there for 3 days...
Moose's Tooth - Great local pizza place and bar.
Glacier Brewhouse - Excellent brewery, try their fresh grilled salmon if you go here, a bit pricy, but well worth it
Tommy's Burger Stop - Good burger place
Try any of the local street vendors there - their gyros are legit.
In terms of getting around, if you don't mind the exercise, seriously rent a bike for the day and go exploring. I actually did this for a few days up there, its one of the easiest ways to get around in Anchorage. (On 2nd thought - its February in Alaska don't do this )
I also went to Anchorage Museum, and a few of the local parks there.
Unfortunately, I didn't get to look around more as the trip was mostly for work.
Moose's Tooth - Great local pizza place and bar.
Glacier Brewhouse - Excellent brewery, try their fresh grilled salmon if you go here, a bit pricy, but well worth it
Tommy's Burger Stop - Good burger place
Try any of the local street vendors there - their gyros are legit.
In terms of getting around, if you don't mind the exercise, seriously rent a bike for the day and go exploring. I actually did this for a few days up there, its one of the easiest ways to get around in Anchorage. (On 2nd thought - its February in Alaska don't do this
) I also went to Anchorage Museum, and a few of the local parks there.
Unfortunately, I didn't get to look around more as the trip was mostly for work.
This post was edited on 2/22/21 at 1:32 am
Posted on 2/22/21 at 1:39 am to OMLandshark
How much time do you have? Furrondy should be going on but I don’t know what is scheduled this year with COVID Furrondy. Fur auction, dog races, ice sculptures, 5k, outhouse race, etc. if they are having events try to stay downtown. There is a Sheraton, Hilton or the historic anchorage hotel. F Street Station is a small bar worth visiting. 49th street brewery or Glacier Brewery are also great.
Most of the locals take mask wearing serious. I’d spend time in Girdwood, drive to Homer. The train has a different winter schedule, but give it a try. Get the Aurora app. I think it’s a full moon next weekend so probably not the best timing for the northern lights.
Most of the locals take mask wearing serious. I’d spend time in Girdwood, drive to Homer. The train has a different winter schedule, but give it a try. Get the Aurora app. I think it’s a full moon next weekend so probably not the best timing for the northern lights.
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