Alyeska

Tucked amid the Chugach Mountains on Alaska's south central coast, Alyeska is the place to discover the mystique of the Last Frontier. It is located just 40 miles south of Anchorage near to the quaint town of Girdwood. The scenic drive along the Turnagain Arm offers a myriad of opportunities to view wildlife including eagles and even Beluga whales.

Alyeska Resort is surrounded by majestic mountains, hanging glaciers, sparkling streams and towering spruce and is primarily the biggest ski mountain in the state of Alaska, however it is a perfect year-round Alaskan experience. Whether visiting in the summer or winter, visitors will find an array of activities awaiting them. In the summer, guests can pan for gold at nearby Crow Creek Mine, hike, bike, horseback ride, fish, canoe, kayak, river raft, mountain climb, wind surf, whale watch, or even flightsee. A trip up the "North Face" of Mt. Alyeska, via the Alyeska Tramway offers spectacular views of Turnagain Arm and Glacier Valley, rated "the best view of any US ski resort" by Conde Nast Traveller magazine, is a favourite activity at any time of year.