Sightseeing Travel Guide

Seward, Alaska is the ideal winter destination and a great place to go when you want to get away from it all for a while.  Tucked into the Kenai Peninsula Borough, the area stretches on for 21.5 miles but is pretty sparsely populated.  This makes it a wonderful choice for those looking to relax in a peaceful setting without getting caught in the noise and congestion of a busy city.

While it is relatively quiet in Seward compared to a larger and more populated city, one of the things that sets Seward apart from other small communities in Alaska is that there is access to the Seward Highway, which is a scenic byway that runs between Seward and Anchorage.  The city is also the southern end point for the Alaska Railroad as well as many northbound cruise ships, so while it is a tranquil setting, it is still very much connected to the larger communities in the area.

Seward is one of the most lucrative fishery ports in the United States, and in 2007 alone, more than $49 million worth of fish and shellfish passed through the city.  This makes a trip to the area a no-brainer for professional and amateur fishermen as well as those just looking to sample some of the finest seafood you can get.  So pack your bags and get ready for all that Seward has to offer and you definitely will not be disappointed.

There are ample opportunities for a unique sightseeing experience, and one popular option is to take a Dog Sled Ride & Tour, which departs from Sterling.  For two hours you will meet and play with the puppies and take them out on the trails along the Kenai Peninsula.  You will get to see all the preparation that goes into getting a strong team together for the Iditarod, the leading sled race in the world.  The Iditarod occurs annually and teams - typically composed of 16 dogs - cover 1161 miles of ground between Willow and Nome over the course of eight to fifteen days.  Nowhere else will you get the opportunity to be right in the action, and you will even get a chance to drive the sled as you weave through the Alaskan wilderness and see what it feels like to be a ‘musher.’  There are tons of occasions to stop and take pictures as you spot moose and caribou and appreciate the striking surroundings. 

At the end of the trip you will regroup and enjoy a warm drink as you share stories about your day out on the trails, and there will be much to talk about.  Dog sledding is a very popular activity in Alaska, but it is one that few people outside the industry have ever gotten to experience. 

Check in with www.sewardtours.net for more tours and activities for your trip to Seward.  Whether you decide to make the journey this winter or during a warmer time of year, there is something for everyone.

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