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Welcome to Fabulous Anchorage, Alaska
Have questions about how to spend the day in Anchorage? Here's some potential ideas for stuff to do. Don your Star Wars poster may be cool but it's not really art. So go and enjoy art as it should be experienced at . Going to the museum is great fun, so plan a visit to , or . Plan a day at the zoo and everyone is sure to have a wonderful learning opportunity, and with all the walking around it's an interesting way to get some exercise. Stop by or try .
Take it to the next level. Anchorage has some really fascinating local state parks and great places to be outside for you. Get the dog's leash and head over to Altoona Park or maybe stop by and check out a copy of Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James, or some more casual stuff and enjoy a great book and the scenery at Shady Birch Park. When you are staying in Anchorage those in the know suggest experiencing birds and fauna at Linden Park. is not too far and always has great fun stuff for all. Even when the fair is not in town there are always lots of cool things to do. From midway attractions to tasty greasy fried treats and monster trucks the local fairgrounds near Anchorage are cool for finding a nice way to get out of the house. Get the kids in the car and go and see whats going on this weekend, but first check the Anchorage Fair and Events Directory.
After all this take a moment to re-energize The surrounding area has some great choices to satisfy your caffeine cravings. Try some new specialty flavors like Vanilla Coconut Flavored Coffee, or look for the perfect Affogato. Be sure to check out , or . OK let's decompress a little now. After a long and rewarding day you can chill while indulging in a sufficient number of drinks, or maybe just get undeniably Newcastled while you're in Anchorage. Try something fancy like a Brandy Elite, or maybe a Rumble. While in Anchorage visit Hideaway Club, Eddie's Sports Bar, or Trophy Lounge. Wanna try a different itinerary, no problemo just reload the page to get a whole new plan. Or click new itinerary
Take it to the next level. Anchorage has some really fascinating local state parks and great places to be outside for you. Get the dog's leash and head over to Altoona Park or maybe stop by and check out a copy of Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James, or some more casual stuff and enjoy a great book and the scenery at Shady Birch Park. When you are staying in Anchorage those in the know suggest experiencing birds and fauna at Linden Park. is not too far and always has great fun stuff for all. Even when the fair is not in town there are always lots of cool things to do. From midway attractions to tasty greasy fried treats and monster trucks the local fairgrounds near Anchorage are cool for finding a nice way to get out of the house. Get the kids in the car and go and see whats going on this weekend, but first check the Anchorage Fair and Events Directory.
After all this take a moment to re-energize The surrounding area has some great choices to satisfy your caffeine cravings. Try some new specialty flavors like Vanilla Coconut Flavored Coffee, or look for the perfect Affogato. Be sure to check out , or . OK let's decompress a little now. After a long and rewarding day you can chill while indulging in a sufficient number of drinks, or maybe just get undeniably Newcastled while you're in Anchorage. Try something fancy like a Brandy Elite, or maybe a Rumble. While in Anchorage visit Hideaway Club, Eddie's Sports Bar, or Trophy Lounge. Wanna try a different itinerary, no problemo just reload the page to get a whole new plan. Or click new itinerary
AMUSEMENTS
A plethora of things to do with the family are accessible to Anchorage, Alaska. Whether you like theme parks or are seeking something more extreme the possibilities are enormous. Get going and visit the area amusements, and attractions. When you're in Anchorage stop by Capitol Speedway or roll over to Northstar Speedway for some insane fun.
ARTSY PLACES
Find crafts and a bunch of artistic implements right here in Anchorage. Whether you are looking for original works or would rather enjoy the offerings at some local galleries, you'll find a variety of great artsy places in Anchorage. Try Far North Framing or feel the artsy vibes at Artistic Framing.
Secondary Art & Framing Studio (907) 243-8802 4000 West Dimond Boulevard# 220 Anchorage, AK 99502 Read Reviews, Map it! |
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BARS
Find a cool hang and enjoy numerous vodka's or people watch and get way polluted while you're visiting Anchorage. Down something satisfying like a Snake in the Grass, Citrus Sour or maybe a Blue Heaven. While in Anchorage stop by Hideaway Club, Eddie's Sports Bar or Trophy Lounge. To review all of the possibilities read the Anchorage, Alaska bar directory. Tweet your home away from home in our directory.
BOWLING
Call some friends and devastate some pins while enjoying the atmosphere at Dimond Bowl. Bowling is a great leisure activity and we've run down the best lanes in Anchorage, just a mouse click away. Get to Park Lanes. Or to check out the other bowling alleys in the area click on the Anchorage, Alaska bowling directory. Know a place that's a real seven ten split tell everyone, write a review.
BRAIN FREEZE
Ice cream is great fun for kids and families. Feel like something sweet? We have dozens of ways for you to get your ice cream jonez in Anchorage. Looking for the sweetest Lemon Meringue Pie (Lemon Ice Cream with Marshmallow and Graham Cracker Pieces) or simply some flavorful vanilla we've got your hookup While you're in Anchorage go to Little Miller's or chill (literally) at Little Miller's. Know of a place with A-list gelato or the most awesome frozen treats? Tell us about it here or add it to our listings.
COFFEE BARS
It's not cool to get your coffee at Circle K and coffee is all about cool these days. Gourmet flavors and choices continue to evolve. Finding the right place with the right vibe and the right grinds makes it so much better. Anchorage has some great choices to satisfy your caffeine cravings. Try some new specialty flavors like Holiday Creme Brulee Flavored Coffee or Streusel Cake Flavored Coffee. Be sure to check out when you're in Anchorage. Know of a place that serves the best Green Eye? Add it to our directory.
RESTAURANTS
There are lots of great places to try in Anchorage from fast food to fine dining there are diverse options to satiate your culinary cravings. Peruse the Anchorage, Alaska restaurant listings and find some great places to grind. While you're in town locals reccommend Arcitc Roadrunner or drop by some of the other local establishments like Harley's Old Thyme Cafe or Adam's Arctic Food Catering.
Harley's Old Thyme Cafe (907) 349-8878 7550 Old Seward Hwy Ste 120 Anchorage, AK 99518 Read Reviews, Map it! |
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FAIRGROUNDS
The local fairgrounds always have amazing stuff to do. If you're looking for something to do for the family the fairgrounds always have great fun stuff for all. Even when the fair is not in town there are always lots of cool things to do. From rides and attractions to flea markets and monster trucks the local fairgrounds near Anchorage are great for finding kid friendly entertainment options. Now stop looking at this website and find out about the scheduled events at .
FAST FOOD PLACES
Are you about to pass out cause you're so hungry? You're totally covered from breakfast to late nite munchies satisfy your cravings for something fried in Anchorage. Feeling like you need to eat now how about a good old Sonic Banana Cream Pie Shake or maybe a satisfying Hardee's Mushroom 'N' Swiss Thickburger? Locate all the fast food choices nearby Anchorage here in the Citywide Information fast food directory. When you're in town check out Subway Sandwiches & Salads or drop into Taco Bell. Bon appetit!
GOLF COURSES
Why is golf more fun than baseball or football? For starters pro golfers throw things to fans, not at them. Now that's settled so dust off your putters get your clubs in the car and check out the well groomed links courses and driving ranges in Anchorage. Eagleglen Golf Course has some difficult bunkers which are complimented by fantastic scenery. Or head to the pro shop at Par T Golf Course, check out the latest gear from Taylormade or maybe pick up the new Cleveland HiBore HB3 MAX Game-Improvement Irons when your done don't forget to stop by the 19th hole Know of a place that's a total double eagle? Tell others add it to our directory.
Russian Jack Springs Golf Course (907) 333-8338 5300 Debarr Rd Anchorage, AK 99508 Read Reviews, Map it! |
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HISTORIC PLACES
While you are staying in Anchorage locals recommend Campus Center, Central Kentucky Lunatic Asylum, or stop by Site Summit. Anchorage has many interesting historical places and building for history lovers to enjoy. Look into the Anchorage, Alaska historical places directory to find more great historical places right near Anchorage. Or browse the Alaska historical places listings to plan your outing and find information on all of the historical attractions in Alaska.
LIBRARIES
Why go to the library? Magazines and newspapers: Introduce your child to some of the magazines designed just for children. With bold photographs, poems and a joke or two, magazines are another reading choice for beginning readers. Or catch up on the news in your community and share a smile over the comics. revisiting the classics such as Gulliver's Travels to fantastic and fairly new titles such as Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness. It's all at the library for free! Whether you want L. Frank Baum or Peter Meinke, the Anchorage, Alaska library directory has a multitude of great libraries and reading rooms. Wherever your interests lie you'll discover a variety of genres like Self, Spirituality, Paranormal, and Spirituality. impressing everyone with your huge brain while discussing poets like Susan Stewart at parties.
MUSEUMS
Anchorage offers many interesting museums and galleries to art lovers looking to expand their horizons. Go back in time at or stop at . Going to the museum is a great way to kill an afternoon. Need another reason? Museums are a great way to spend time with friends and family. Need yet another reason to go? How about brilliant contemporary art? Still don't know if you should go to the museum, here's another reason. Let's be real here your March 1991 Playmate of the month centerfold is not art so go find out what art really is at at .
NIGHTLIFE
You and your bro's have zero chance of scoring at home so why not get jiggy with it at some great clubs in the nightlife capitol Anchorage. Watch the bartender as he regards you in bewilderment as you drink your first Black Magic and impress the ladies with your Breaking moves at Al's Alaskan Inn. Later head to Wolffie's or take in the scenery at Great Alaskan Bush Company Be sure to tip your waiters and waitresses and go to Taco Bell for some much needed sustinance. Know a place that's off the hook? Tell the party people and add it to theThe Anchorage, Alaska nightlife directory.
Cattle Company Restaurant Stuart Anderso (907)562-2844 300 W Tudor Rd Anchorage, AK 99503 Read Reviews, Map it! |
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PARKS
Anchorage has a fantastic selection of local county parks and recreational opportunities for families. Get the dog's leash and head to Altoona Park or maybe stop by and pick up a copy of A Beautiful Dark by Jocelyn Davies, or another good book and spend the day reading at Shady Birch Park. When you are in Anchorage locals always suggest taking in the beautiful scenery at Linden Park.
SHOPPING
You just lost a dress size and you gotta spoil yourself a little you don't need a reason, we get it. I was shopping while I wrote this stuff! Whether you're looking for huge fashion houses like Anne Klein or want to tell your girlfriends about the cool designer Hadi Katra stuff you got shopping this weekend. Anchorage has wide ranging possibilities to satisfy your shopping needs peruse The Anchorage, Alaska shopping directory to find shopping malls with boutiques and merchandise from Abdul Halder, Jesica Milton, Bruuns Bazaar, and Nicolita. When you're in Anchorage find something nice at Wal-Mart, or roll to Costco or get your retail therapy.
SPAS / SALONS
Its way better to be a woman it's just way cooler I mean you can easily explain why a a mani/pedi budget is a neccesary thing, you never have to worry if the people in your gym locker room are checking you out, and the less you wear, the more popular you become. Oh it's great to be a girl but, you gotta look good out there you cant get caught trippin whether you gotta get an anti-oxidant and pollution-fighting facial, fitness instruction, a spiky new riot girl haircut, or your feet look like you just left the set of Lost. Looking good means feeling good, and you must always stay on your game. No worries. We've got your health and beauty hook up to stay hot and fabulous in Anchorage. Peruse all your options in the Anchorage, Alaska Spas and Salons Listings.
THEATRE / ARTS
Anchorage has a panoply of great local theatre offerings that are closely accessible. Taking in the theatre is a great way to expand your horizons and the best part is its already in 3D. C'mon get some culture it won't kill you. Find local productions of the classics like The Mandrake by Nicolo Machiavelli: While Nicolo Machiavelli lived in exile for apparently scheming against the all-powerful Medici family, he penned a play meant to satirize the very foundations of Italian society. Or find local interpretations of feel good musicals like Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Check out the Anchorage, Alaska theatre directory to find all the theatre options. We recommend you check out or when you're in town.
WORLD FLAVORS
Tired of meat and potatoes? No probs, Anchorage has killer places to get your world flavors groove on. is always a tasty possibility or plan some additional exercise in the morning and check out for more detailed eats or to find the best carnitas surrounding Anchorage look into the Anchorage, Alaska world flavors directory. Know of a place that's got the best Won Tons or grindable pasta pay it forward and write them a tasty review.
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant (907)260-4999 44758 Sterling Hwy # A Soldotna, AK 99669 Read Reviews, Map it! |
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ZOOS
The zoo is a family friendly way to get out and learn about the earth and our surroundings, and with all the walking from the various attractions and exhibits it's a fun way to get some exercise. Between running around looking for the Bear exhibit and the Killer Whale attractions find a moment for a family photo op with the zoo's many animal guests. When you're looking for something a little on the wild side in Anchorage take in the vibe , or for more great zoos and gardens click on the Anchorage, Alaska zoo and botanical gardens directory.
About Anchorage
Anchorage (officially called the Municipality of Anchorage) is the northernmost major city in the United States, and the largest city in the U.S. state of Alaska. With 291,826 municipal residents in 2010 (374,553 residents within the Metropolitan Statistical Area), the city constitutes more than 40 percent of the state's total population; only New York has a higher percentage of residents who live in the state's largest city. Anchorage has been named All-America City four times, in 1956, 1965, 1984/85, and 2002, by the National Civic League. It has also been named by Kiplinger as the most tax friendly city in the United States.
Anchorage, Alaska History
Russian presence in south central Alaska was well-established in the 19th century. In 1867, U. S. Secretary of State William H. Seward brokered a deal to purchase Alaska from a debt-ridden Imperial Russia for $7.2 million (about two cents an acre). The deal was lampooned by fellow politicians and by the public as "Seward's folly", "Seward's icebox" and "Walrussia." By 1888, gold was discovered along Turnagain Arm.In 1912, Alaska became a United States Territory. Anchorage, unlike every other large town in Alaska south of the Brooks Range, was neither a fishing nor mining camp. The area within tens of miles of Anchorage is barren of significant economic metal minerals; …Read More
Anchorage, Alaska Geography
Anchorage is located in South Central Alaska. At 61 degrees North, it lies slightly farther north than Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki and St. Petersburg, but not as far north as Reykjavik or Murmansk. It is northeast of the Alaska Peninsula, Kodiak Island, and Cook Inlet, due north of the Kenai Peninsula, northwest of Prince William Sound and Alaska Panhandle, and nearly due south of Mount McKinley/Denali.The city is on a strip of coastal lowland and extends up the lower alpine slopes of the Chugach Mountains. To the south is Turnagain Arm, a fjord that has some of the world's highest tides. Knik Arm, another tidal inlet, lies to the west and north. The Chugach Mountains …Read More
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KHAR 590AM - KENI 650AM - KBYR 700AM - KFQD 750AM - Air America KUDO 1080AM - Today's Hit Music KFAT 92.9FM - Magic 98.9 KYMG 98.9FM - NPR KSKA 91.1FM - KNBA 90.3FM - The Fox KBFX 100.5FM - K-Bear KBRJ 104.1FM - KGOT 101.3FM - Today's Positive Music KAFC 93.7FM - Kool 97.3 KEAG 97.3FM - Mix 103.1 KMXS 103.1FM - KATB 89.3FM - The Buzz KDBZ 102.1FM - ESPN KTZN The Zone 550AM - Kash 107.5 KASH 107.5FM - KZND-LP 87.7FM - The Edge KRUA 88.1FM - K-Love KAKL 88.5FM - K-Whale KWHL 106.5FM - The Breeze KNIK 105.7FM - Classical 98 KLEF 98.1FM -Anchorage, Alaska Schools, Colleges and Learning Facilities:
Sand Lake School - Wood School - Chinook School - Dimond High School - Campbell School - Jane Mears Junior High School - Bayshore School - Northwood School - Willow Crest School - Taku School - Northern Lights School - Turnagain School - Romis Junior High School - Oceanview School - West High School - Tudor School - Inlet View School - North Star School - Abbott Loop School -Anchorage, Alaska Construction Expert Witness - Anchorage, Alaska Building Consultant - Anchorage, Alaska Building Expert - Anchorage, Alaska Expert Engineer Anchorage, Alaska Expert Directory
Anchorage, Alaska Supermarkets and Grocery stores:
Carrs Quality Centers - Jewel Lake Shopp - Cozy Market & Deli - Taco Loco - Peterkin Distributors Inc Grocers - Husky Food Products of Anchorage - Frontier Expeditors - Carrs Quality Centers - Administrative O - Alaska Logistics - Alaska Commercial Company - Carrs Quality Centers - Huffman Shopping - Sam's Club - Store Information - Costco - MOMS & Pops Grocery & Liquor - New Central Market - Oriental Shopping Center - New Sagaya Markets - Midtown Market - Melody's Grocery Store - Manila Asian Store - International Market - Grab-Adab - A P A Groceries - Big Boy Burger Express Market - Carrs Quality Centers - Sears Mall- Reta - D-Twins Oriental Market - Fireweed Mart -Anchorage, Alaska Zip Codes:
99501–99524, 99530
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