After days of driving the Alaska Highway, you finally pull into Fairbanks and the cold instantly bites your cheeks — yet you can't help but smile. This rugged interior city has an atmosphere that completely draws you in.

An overcast sky, the scent of the ocean, and an Orthodox cathedral rising right in the middle of the American wilderness. The moment I stepped off the little plane, I knew this place was a whole other world.

Everything you need to know about bear viewing in Alaska — the best spots, how to stay safe, and what to do if a bear charges at you.

How do you pick the best Alaska cruise and where should you save — or never cut corners? Here's our complete guide to help you plan the perfect voyage.

I remember sitting down with our spreadsheet for the first time and being completely floored by the initial cost estimates. How much does a dream trip to majestic glaciers and salmon-catching bears really cost — without living on bread and water?

From Portland through the waterfalls of Columbia River Gorge, the Mount Hood volcano, and coastal Cannon Beach to Crater Lake and turquoise Lake Tahoe. A detailed 14-day itinerary with tips on accommodation, food, and practical information for a Pacific Northwest road trip.