Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, Skagway, Alaska Panhandle

Featuring the most unique and picturesque capital city in the U.S., the Alaskan panhandle is unlike anywhere else in the country. The spectacular scenery of fjords, glaciers, waterfalls, mountains, and lush forests is quite accessible. A wide range of hiking options provides visitors with ample opportunity to observe the abundant wildlife. Many towns preserve the native local culture, replete with miners, lumberjacks, and fishing.

Travel Tips and Ideas for Planning a Vacation

There are two ways to visit the Panhandle, by boat and by boat. A weeklong cruise is affordable and usually stops at three ports of call. Alternatively, you can avoid the crowds by planning your own ferry route.