The Can't-Miss Alaska Travel Experiences

Alaska is full of wildlife, adventure, incredible seafood, and beautiful landscapes. On any given day, you can see the northern lights fill up the night sky, watch bears fishing for salmon before hibernation, see how king crabs are caught, and hike to a bright blue glacier.

Ketchikan is often referred to as "Alaska's First City" thanks to its location at the southernmost end of the inside passage. Once you fly into Ketchikan, board the ferry to take a short ride over to the mainland.

Checking into The Landing Hotel

3434 Tongass Ave. Ketchikan, AK 99901

For basic accommodations in Ketchikan, no real frills, but a comfortable bed and spacious rooms, spend the evening at the Landing Hotel right near the ferry entrance. Not far from town, the hotel offers a pillow menu where you can select the firmness you desire for stomach sleepers or side sleepers, in addition to hypoallergenic options and memory foam pillows. The Landing is connected to a diner, The Landing Restaurant, with delicious comfort food where guests get $10 off.

Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour

Berth 3 Tender Dock, Ketchikan, AK 99901