Alaska is a Bucket List item for many people. The state is twice as large of Texas and has more coastlines than the rest of the US combined. What does all that mean? There is a lot to see and do in this great big state! Experience Alaska as if you won’t ever be back, then you can say that you really saw as much of this state as possible. Cruise the Inside Passage Whether you take a large cruise ship on a 7- or 10-day cruise, make sure to check out all the islands along the Inside Passage. Continue Reading
Cruise Chat- How to Pack for Your Alaskan Cruise #BayouTravel
We finally did it! We booked our Alaskan Cruise for 2017 which coincides with our 20th year anniversary. Like any traveler, I need time to save and prepare. Although I have been on several cruises in the past, this will be our 1st Northern Cruise. I'm not an over-packer unless I am in unfamiliar territory so I asked my Alaskan friends for advice. Are you considering an Alaskan Cruise? You finally did it; you pulled the trigger on taking that once-in-a-lifetime cruise to Alaska. You have been Continue Reading
Alaska Spotlight – Breathtaking Views of Alaska #BayouTravel
My husband & I have a huge infatuation with Alaska! Although we have yet to visit, we love to learn about All-Things Alaska. In fact, we are planning a 20th wedding anniversary Alaskan Cruise! Keep your fingers crossed for our upcoming journey. What do we love about it? I think it's the appreciation and respect for your surroundings. It's more than just a zip code, every day you take in your surroundings and have true respect for the weather, wildlife and more. It is hard to think of Continue Reading
Visiting Alaska, the Beautiful #BayouTravel
Contributor Kristi takes us to Alaska with her new adventures and pictures of Alaska the Beautiful. It is hard to travel to Alaska and not find it one of the most beautiful places in the world. Not only are there over 100,000 glaciers, but also Mount McKinley that is the tallest mountain in North America. Alaska has one of the largest coastlines and boasts glaciers calving into the sea, rare land spits like in Homer, and hundreds of islands. There are so many varied landscapes in Alaska that Continue Reading
America’s 9 Most Natural Breathtaking Views #BayouTravel
Ready to have your breath taken away by the natural beauty of the United States? Visit one of these 10 locations and experience the wild wonder of this country. Niagara Falls Long heralded as one of the most breathtaking sites to see, this waterfall lives up to the hype. Visitors can view it from the US or Canadian side of the falls by crossing the international border. Take the boat tour to get a close up view, it’s worth the money! Sequoia National Park Located in the southern Sierra Continue Reading
Regional Animals of Alaska #BayouTravel
Our contributor recently returned from a trip to Alaska. Actually she is still there! After falling in love with the area, she has decided to live in Alaska for the next 2 months. Aside from being very jealous of her, I am so proud that she is starting a new journey in life. Today she is sharing her recent Alaskan experience in a series dedicated to Alaska. Today she is sharing information regarding regional animals found in the area. The regional animals of Alaska are found both on land and Continue Reading