The view of Exit Glacier next to a patch of grass.
After living in Alaska for over 35 years, I've seen many visitors make the same mistakes.
  • After living in Alaska for over 35 years, I've seen many visitors make the same mistakes.
  • Many tourists underestimate Alaska's size and think the state is more drivable than it actually is.
  • A lot of visitors don't realize that some attractions and activities are seasonal.

Tourism is an important part of life in Alaska. In fact, last year, tourism brought in nearly $158 million in revenue for the state.