Episode Details

Planning a road trip to Alaska with kids this summer? Don't miss this episode for the highlights (and lowlights) of visiting The Last Frontier on a family trip.

Find out why Alaska is worth the effort, who it’s best for, and how to book flights using points and miles. Host Melissa outlines top regions and stops along with highlights like dog sledding, a Kenai Fjords boat tour, Lake Clark bear viewing, Byron Glacier, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage.

00:00 Welcome and Alaska Preview

01:16 Why Alaska for Families

02:32 Booking your Alaska family trip

05:56 Road Trip Tips

08:02 Anchorage Essentials

10:09 Girdwood

12:01 Kenai Peninsula Highlights

14:30 Anchorage Day Trips

18:24 Top Experiences to Prioritize

19:54 Final Planning and Packing Tips

21:59 Wrap Up and Next Episode

Links

• 10-day Alaska itinerary
• Alaska with kids
• Anchorage travel guide
• Day trips from Anchorage
• Renting a car in Alaska
• Alaska travel tips

Don't miss this inspiring, practical travel with kids podcast hosted by family travel expert Melissa Conn, founder of The Family Voyage, certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, and mom of two who proves family travel is achievable for everyone.

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