The Alaska Railroad trip from Fairbanks to Anchorage (or in reverse) is on a lot of people’s bucket lists. I get it. The scenery is gorgeous and it’s such a different way to experience Alaska. The ...

The Alaska Railroad passes through diverse terrain ranging from seacoast to mountains. (Glenn Aronwits/Alaska Railroad) The Alaska Railroad offers one of the most scenic train rides in the world.

The Alaska Railroad had to cancel this weekend’s trains between Anchorage and Seward because of avalanche danger. In May. Sure, the weather’s been crazy this year, but I didn’t have a Mother’s Day ...

The Alaska State Fair and Alaska Railroad will once again collaborate for the Alaska State Fair Train in 2025. The train will run the final weekend of the fair, Aug. 29-31. Two round trips will be ...

When exploring Alaska, Anchorage serves as an ideal starting point for unforgettable day trips. While it’s Alaska’s largest city, it isn’t the capital. Staying in Anchorage provides a home base to ...

Bob and Joan Deuschle of Eureka in Fairbanks, Alaska, at the Alaska Railroad. Who and where: Bob and Joan Deuschle of Eureka in Fairbanks, Alaska, at the Alaska Railroad. The trip: They were ...

The train ride alone is worth the journey ... My Anchorage highlight was a day of firsts with Alaska Helicopter Tours. For starters, I’ve never been in a helicopter, but I also walked on a glacier, ...