alaska

Flying over the northernmost mountains: Alaska’s Brooks Range and Gates of the Arctic National Park

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Yukon River Alaska

In the winter of 2023, we traveled to the northernmost mountain range of the North American continent—the Brooks Range. The heart of this range lies within Gates of the Arctic National Park in Alaska. 1. Fairbanks to Bettles On the day of departure, the temperature was still below freezing, but the sky was perfectly clear. … Read more

[Extra] How to pick seats for your flight to enjoy scenic views without getting sunburned

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When flying over areas with clear weather, if I can secure a window seat for free or at a reasonable cost, I usually opt for it to enjoy the view. This post sums up some of my personal experiences and tips. I’ll use solo adult economy passengers as an example here to keep things simple. … Read more