USA. What can attract tourists to Alaska?

Despite the fact that this state is the largest, only about 730 thousand people live on such a vast territory. In terms of population, Alaska ranks last among other states, the reason for this may be adverse weather conditions. At the same time, tourism is constantly developing. The number of foreign tourists many times exceeds the living local population. A large number of tourists come from Europe.

Many tourists prefer to use car rental services in USA. The average cost of renting a car in JFK Airport is 17 euros per day, in Las Vegas Airport - 18 euros per day.
Among the unusual entertainment for visitors to Alaska is dog sledding on glaciers. Also for extreme tourists, such types of entertainment as kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, mountaineering, and mountain biking are suitable.

The main feature of Alaska is its subarctic picturesque nature and wild animals. All this can be seen in various national parks, for example:

1. Gates of the Arctic (Gates of the Arctic).
2. Wrangell (Rangel St. Elias).
3. Glacier Bay (Glacier Bay).
4. Denali (Denali).
5. Katmai (Katmai).
6. Kenai Fjords (Kenai Fjords).
7. Kobuk Valley (Kobuk Valley).
8. Lake Clark (Lake Clark).

The most famous is Denali National Park. On its territory is the highest mountain McKinley, as well as the famous Kahiltna glacier.

Anchorage

The city of Anchorage can be called a favorite place for vacationers in Alaska. This is the largest city in the state and a convenient starting point for various reserves and parks in Alaska. Also, while in Anchorage, there is a chance to see the Northern Lights. Some hotels even have a special "northern lights wake up call" service (staff can wake you up when it starts).

Juneau

The capital of Alaska state is Juneau. The settlement was founded after gold mining began. Because no roads are laid to this point, Juneau can only be reached by water on cruise ships or helicopters. In one day, cruise ships can bring about 10,000 tourists. The main attraction of Juneau is the Mendelhall Glacier, located a few kilometers away and is only a fraction of the huge Juneau Icefield. Its length is 12 kilometers. Excursions to the glacier are available all year round. In summer, those who wish can visit the glacier from 8 to 19:30. The glacier can be reached by boat or helicopter.

Near Mundenhall Lake there is a guest center that provides information on glaciers. And through a large transparent glass you can look at one of the glaciers, which is located behind the lake.

The city also thrives on the sale of souvenir totems, jewelry, T-shirts with the symbols of the Tlingit (Indian people living in Alaska).One of the famous places in the city of Juneau can be called the Alaska State Museum, which houses a large collection of historical gizmos related to the times of gold mining. Also here you can find various ancient artifacts and art objects of the inhabitants of Alaska.

Finally, "Land of the Midnight Sun" will appeal to both aesthete photographers and lovers of history and adventure.