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Girls' Getaways Alaska-style
Grown up girls can kick back and enjoy some quality girl time in Alaska with their friends and relatives on these three different gal pal retreats.
B.Y.O.S (Bring your own Spa)
Fly, drive or rent a stretch Hummer Limo and settle into a luxurious Mat-Su lodge, Alaska bed and breakfast or wilderness retreat. Alaska hosts provide a wide range of luxury suites with all the comforts of a full-service spa. But bring along the facial masks and nail polish, because this self-spa vacation is designed for women who want flexibility in their schedule to accommodate invigorating hikes, fly fishing for Alaska wild salmon, fine gourmet meals and sipping champagne on a deck overlooking Mount McKinley while enjoying the midnight sun. This is luxury on the edge of the wilderness.
Remote Gourmet Retreat
Fly-in to a backcountry lodge and take part in an Alaska culinary weekend with private cooking lessons with renowned chef Kirsten Dixon. A 50-minute flight from Anchorage will land you at Winterlake Lodge, located on the famous Iditarod National Historic Trail. The beauty and comforts of this remote lodge are only surpassed by the gourmet meals Kirsten dishes up. Invited as a guest chef at the James Beard house in New York and author of two cookbooks, Kirsten's talents are shared in the lodge kitchen. Often cooking the catch-of-the-day and using fresh herbs out of her garden or fresh wild berries, meals are accompanied by tasting fine wines. What a great girlfriend's getaway. Contact Within the Wild Adventure Lodges at www.withinthewild.com
Roughin' it with the Girls
Hike, canoe, drive or fly in to one of 12 Alaska Public Use Cabins at Nancy Lake State Recreation Area - the perfect destination to escape daily life, explore the Alaska wilderness and bond with friends. With over 130 lakes and ponds, Nancy Lake State Recreation Area provides a tranquil setting for both relaxation and adventure.The rustic cabins are available to rent on a nightly basis through the Alaska State Parks. They are insulated and equipped with wooden bunks, counters and wood-burning stoves. Each cabin has an outdoor fire ring. Rentals range from $25-$60 a night and reservations can be made up to six months in advance. The recreation area is located at Mile 67.3 of the Parks Highway, just south of Willow, Alaska, which offers a full range of services. Check out the Alaska State Parks Web site for more information.
Knik River Lodge
- 29979 E. Knik River Road
- Knik Glacier
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-5002
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Wilderness cabins & helicopter tours. Deluxe cabins with great view. Private bath, large deck. Glacier landings, glacier dog sledding. Fine dining restaurant. more
A Wayside B&B
- PO Box 870935
- Wasilla, AK 99687
- Phone: (907) 864-0541
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A-Lazy Acres B & B
- Mile 4 Wolverine Road, Helmaur Place
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-6340
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Alaska Adventure Unlimited Chalets
- PO Box 871723
- Wasilla, AK 99687
- Phone: (907) 373-3494
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Luxury affordable chalets featuring king pillow-top beds w/ jacuzzi tubs and more. We also specialize in 3-10 day small group Alaskan adventures. Experience the backcountry in comfort, enjoying rafting, flightseeing and more! more
Alaska Birch Cottages
- PO Box 872161
- Wasilla, AK 99687
- Phone: (907) 745-0558
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Centrally located between Palmer and Wasilla on 25 acres. Private cottages - full kitchen, washer/dryer, jetted tub, cable TV. King or twin long beds, German spoken. more
Alaska Creekside Cabins
- 3200 Dolly Varden Drive
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 746-7632
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3 waterfront locations - Cottonwood & Wasilla Creeks. Rare salmon viewing opportunities. Cabin suites w/ queen bed, large loft w/ 2 twin beds, kitchen, jetted tub & gas fireplace. Secluded, yet minutes from Palmer & Wasilla. more
Alaska Garden Gate B&B and Cottages
- 950 S. Trunk Road
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 746-2333
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Enjoy affordable luxury! Jacuzzis, fireplaces, King/Queens, private entrances, kitchens. Outstanding mountain and glacier views, generous continental breakfast in your own kitchen. more
Alaska Kozey Cabins
- 351 E. Spruce Avenue
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 376-3190
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2-bedroom chalet log houses - fully furnished, sleeps 6 guests, kitchens, private bathrooms, BBQ's, park-like setting, 5 wooded acres. Close to town and visitor activities. Nightly, weekly, or long-term availability. more
Alaska Loon's Nest Cabin Rental
- PO Box 876326
- Wasilla, AK 99687
- Phone: (907) 373-7377
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Alaska Sunset View Resort
- 5322 South Big Lake Road
- Big Lake, AK 99652
- Phone: (907) 892-8885
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Lakefront; McKinely View; Three elegant Alaskan homes on 7.8 serene acres on Big Lake. Ideal for business retreats, conferences, family reunions and weddings, or the perfect romantic getaway for two. more
Helpful resources
So you're planning a trip to Alaska and need some help getting started. You've come to the right place! More Info
Maps and more
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Great outdoors
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Denali Flightseeing
Alaska's majestic scenery appears magnified from a Cessna window and the vantage point makes for good… More Info
glaciers
You can see a glacier just about anywhere in Alaska. But in the Mat-Su Valley, you can actually get out… More Info
Alaska Rafting
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Dining in Mat-Su
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Yahoo Mat-Su! Where Alaska comes to play
The Mat-Su Valley is your place for adventure. From flightseeing Mount McKinley to rafting the Matanuska River, excitement is right around every corner. Spectacular views abound, from mountains to glaciers to wildlife. Conveniently located 35 miles north of Anchorage, your Alaska experience begins when you get to the Mat-Su Valley. Spend a day exploring Hatcher Pass, test your luck fishing or take advantage of the bountiful hiking. The Mat-Su Valley - where Alaska comes to play!
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