Anchorage is a simply unique destination situated in the most
spectacular part of Alaska. Defined by six incredible
mountain ranges and warmed up by maritime climate, Anchorage is
open all year round to adventurous visitors with a sense for
discovery! Besides being the ultimate natural reservoir, Anchorage
is also a fantastic modern city boasting great panoramic views.
The summer days seem endless which requires some adaptation. The
dazzling flora of the region embellishes local houses and
storefronts. As for the fauna, the kings of rivers, “silver
salmons”, can be seen right downtown! In the wintertime Anchorage
is a marvelous city to explore. Thousands of lights sparkle up the
city center and permanent visitors, elks, often stroll down the
city’s streets! What you experience in Anchorage will embrace more
than nature alone. Your luxury
charter vacation will be the perfect opportunity to observe the
fauna of this wonderful city abundant with history and adventure.
You days will be filled with lifelong wild memories.
Are you ready to see gigantic grizzly bears? Or to take a snapshot
of stunning whales while walking down Seward St.? Get ready to fall
upon some amazing beaver dams when on a walk past one of the
numerous picturesque streams crossing the city. Ready, set, go!
This glorious region of the United States did not
always belong to the confederation. The 19th century was marked by
Russian settlements populating southern Alaska, including the city
of Anchorage. The state was purchased from Russia in 1867 for 7.2
million dollars but it was not until 1884 that Alaska
became administered as a district. Since the very beginning of
colonization, the land was exploited. Seal hunting, as well as
hunting for other defenseless animals, who suffered due to lack of
adequate bylaws, was a popular practice. Alaska
became an incorporated territory in 1912. During the First World
War, Alaskan population and industry suffered great damage.
However, with the completion of the Alaskan Railroad in 1923, the
economy of the “rolling twenties” was centered around the railroad
in Anchorage. During the Second World War, airplanes became a more
popular means of transportation which is the reason why after the
war the Anchorage International Airport began operating flights to
Europe as well as Asia. In 1964 the city was hit by the magnitude
9.2 earthquake. Within only minutes, it destroyed homes, buildings
and monuments, which is why the city was rebuild throughout the
rest of the 1960’s.
Located on the same latitudes as Oslo and Saint-Petersburg,
Anchorage is both a coastal city and a mountainous one making it
that much more appealing as a luxury
charter destination. Snowcapped mountains as well as an
incredibly rich flora and fauna make this charter destination one
of a kind. Sail your luxury charter mega yacht to the
island of Kodiak, the Alaska Peninsula, the Kenai Peninsula or
profit from the magnificent views of the Prince William Sound.
The Alaska Peninsula, is part of a vast volcanic chain in constant
activity. Further to the south it is possible to see rugged
mountainous platforms, a result of numerous tectonic movements and
volcanic eruptions. The peninsula’s southern coast is deep and
clear, an ideal luxury charter destination. Your
captain will willingly sail your charter yacht to the
Aleutian Islands, an archipelago off the coast of the United States
comprised of more than 300 volcanic islands. These islands are
located where the calm Pacific Ocean meets the
arctic Bering Sea and boast a number of important natural resources
such as, of course, fish transported via the Dutch Harbor, on the
Amaknak Island. “Dutch” is a true industrial zone with some office
buildings and homes connected with the neighboring Unalaska by a
bridge.
Kenai Fjords National Park, on the Kenai Peninsula, is one of the
country’s most important National Park sporting 40 glaciers, 23
marine mammal species and more than 20 bird species. Your luxury
charter vacation will be more than spectacular once you visit this
park unveiling sumptuous landscapes to all visitors. Deep glacial
bays inhabited by penguins, puffins, seals as well as gray and
humpback whales are only some of the animals that you will admire
during your
trip to Kenai Fjords National Park.
Your dream vacation in Alaska is only a flight away
with Anchorage International Airport being the fourth largest cargo
airport in the world. Serving both domestic and international
flights, the airport is also a seasonal destination for flights
from Europe making Alaska easily accessible for all those desiring
to spend their luxury
charter summer holiday in “The Last Frontier”.
Anchorage is a city like no other, a true delight for all seafood
lovers. Dine aboard your luxury charter yacht among
friends or family on local delicacies prepared for you by your
magnificent charter crew. And if you wish to spend the evening on
land, choose one of the many restaurants specializing in salmon or
lobster, one of which is “The Anchorage Restaurant”. Owned by
Margaret and Terry O’Hare, it is one of the most superb seafood
restaurants in Anchorage. Their passion inspired them to create a
magical place where guests do not only savor seafood but also
discover Anchorage’s maritime history.
Anchorage is Alaska’s biggest city with a population
of more than 260 000. This jewel is rimmed with six mountain
ranges, the Chugach National Forest as well as hundreds of hiking
trails, all the more reasons to visit the city during your luxury charter cruise. Both
visitors and locals appreciate the abundance of flora and fauna in
this natural environment boasting a rich indigenous culture and
historic monuments. One attraction is a helicopter ride allowing a
bird’s-eye view on the immense mountain ranges and glaciers. The
views will be just as magnificent when seen from aboard your
luxury charter yacht as your charter crew guides you
through Prince William Sound or Kenai Fjords.
You may not miss seeing bears in their natural habitat, a truly
unforgettable experience with lifelong memories. Katmai National
Park and Preserve and Lake Clark Park pride on the biggest
population of brown bears in the Alaskan wilderness. Salmon in
Katmai attract both bears and people. Bears enjoy gathering at the
Brooks Falls viewing points when these fish are spawning. It is
here that some of the most spectacular photographs of brow bears
were taken.
Helicopter flight seeing tours above the Chugach Mountains unveil
Alaska’s unparalleled natural splendors. Visiting
Alaska during a summer charter vacation is a
true delight for the five senses. Plush verdant mountains tops are
a splendid contrast to sparkling waves of the Prince William Sound.
Alaskan land and seascapes will turn your dream
vacation into an utter bliss.
Dog sledding is a very important part of Alaskan tradition as
locals are devoted to adventure and excitement, the Iditarod Great
Sled Race being the ultimate proof. Each March mushers spend 10 to
17 days to cross up to 1850 kilometers, which takes a lot of
courage and devotion, but the advantages are infinite. Participants
spend two weeks in the Alaskan wilderness being at one with nature.
A glimpse into the adventure is given in the WildRide Sled Dog Show
in Anchorage, a one-hour action show telling the history of dog
sledding. After the show sled dogs will strive for your attention
and your caresses.
The Buffalo Ranch is part of an effort made more than 40 years ago
to replenish the decreasing buffalo population. A closer look into
this species survival habits offers an extraordinary insight into
the harsh Alaskan winter conditions. Discover why buffalos play an
important role in the prominent crafts industry in remote Alaskan
villages and why they are also an important source of wool for
indigenous populations.
The Alaska Native Heritage Center is an educational and cultural
institution for Alaskans as well as visitors. This center offers
plenty of activities and demonstrations depicting the rich Alaskan
heritage. Experience indigenous traditions and customs and witness
both contemporary and traditional ways of life. So, what better way
to discover Alaska and its diverse indigenous cultures at once?
Your luxury charter cruise will not be complete
without a visit to this museum giving wonderful insight to Alaskan
art, history and culture. Located in the heart of Anchorage, the
museum is easily accessible to all visitors. Apart from two
exhibition floors, the museum sports a café and a unique souvenir
shop. During the grand opening in 1968, more than 2500 ethnographic
and historic artifacts as well as 60 paintings were to de admired.
The vast collection of the Cook Inlet Historical Society was
transferred to the museum, thus greatly enriching its list of
exhibits.