If you are looking for the right destination for your next vacation and you have decided you want to take a winter trip, then consider Alaska. You can take a winter Alaska tour that will offer you fantastic sights and amazing adventures to enjoy. Many people have the misconception that all there is to see in Alaska is plenty of snow and a dark sky. However, you can learn the reality of what a wintertime Alaskan tour can offer you here.
There are many activities to choose from
Wintertime in Alaska brings with it the chance to enjoy dog sledding tours, snowmobiling, ski races, ice fishing, snow showing experiences, a variety of festivals, ice skating, large community bonfires, and the chance to see those gorgeous northern lights. Not to mention the abundance of snow games you can play such as snowball fighting, igloo making, sledding, and more.
You don't have to be too concerned about the cold
Yes, Alaska is cold. However, in the more populated areas of Alaska, the temperatures aren't any colder than other cold states during the wintertime. When you bundle up in a snow bib, a beanie, gloves, a winter coat, and snow boots, you may even find that you feel a little warm and need to take the coat off if you are moving around doing activities.
You won't be walking around in the dark
While Alaska does get less daylight, with some days getting as little as 6 hour's worth of daylight, this doesn't mean that everything shuts down as soon as it gets dark. In fact, most businesses will continue on until regular closing hours, regardless of whether its light outside or dark. Remember, those in Alaska are used to working around the wintertime light, so they have come up with a well-oiled machine with regards to dealing with it as if it is a normal occurrence, because it is.
You can drive while on your trip
You may be worried you won't be able to drive while you are visiting Alaska, especially if you don't have a lot of snow driving experience. As long as you stay on the main highways and wait until a bit later in the morning after the roadways have all been cleared, then you should have no problems driving. Of course, you want to use common sense -- don't drive down roads you are uncomfortable with and only drive a speed you feel safe doing. Keep in mind, Alaska is used to their weather and this makes them well equipped to handle their roads safely.
