Why Alaska by RV

Why Alaska

Alaskan Climate

Items for the RV

What to Leave at Home

Choosing an RV

Alaska RV Rentals

Caravan Tours

Alaskan Highway

RV Problems and Emergencies

North Alaska Activities

North Alaska Special Events

Nome Alaska Campgrounds

Interior Alaska Activities

Interior Alaska Special Events

Fairbanks Alaska Campgrounds

Southwest Alaska Activities

Southwest Alaska Special Events

Kodiak Alaska Campgrounds

Southcentral Alaska Activities

Southcentral Alaska Special Events

Seward Alaska Campgrounds

Inside Passage Alaska Activities

Inside Passage Alaska Special Events

Juneau Alaska Campgrounds

Alaskan Wildlife

Fishing in Alaska

Alaska Bear Safety

Alaskan Dogsled Races

Alaska's Glaciers

Getting to Alaska

Alaska by way of Canada

Enjoying Native Alaskan Culture

Insider's View of Alaska

Getting to Alaska
(a few options)

If you're planning a trip to Alaska for an RV adventure, it doesn't mean that you have to pick up the RV in your hometown and drive to this great state to start the trip. Although this is certainly an option, there are plenty of ways in which you can travel to Alaska and pick up an RV or Motorhome in one of the state's major cities. Consider your options carefully, as there are pros and cons to each:

RVing the Entire Way: You may want to go with the first option that comes to mind - renting an RV from a local lot and driving all the way to Alaska. The advantage here is, of course, that you can see the RV in person first. You can also start your vacation immediately. Remember, though, that if your main destination is Alaska, you'll use a ton of fuel and resources just getting there, and you'll have to travel through Canada, where there will be certain restrictions and possible currency problems if you need to buy fuel or supplies. The same is true of driving to Alaska, so keep this in mind if you're considering the “by highway” option.
Flying into a Major City: Many families opting to travel through Alaska fly into a larger city like Anchorage. While this is the convenient method, it will also leave you with a slightly larger bill to pay at the end of your vacation. Flying with a large family simply isn't economical. If you do choose to fly, however, the advantage is that you can get to Alaska rather quickly instead of spending half of your vacation traveling to and from this state.
Flying into a Major City: Many families opting to travel through Alaska fly into a larger city like Anchorage. While this is the convenient method, it will also leave you with a slightly larger bill to pay at the end of your vacation. Flying with a large family simply isn't economical. If you do choose to fly, however, the advantage is that you can get to Alaska rather quickly instead of spending half of your vacation traveling to and from this state.

Traveling to Alaska by way of Canada >>>

Getting to Alaska (a few options)

Getting to Alaska
(a few options)