Alaska Fairbanks

Alaska Fairbanks｜Winter Wonderland Travel Diary 🏔️✨ My journey in Fairbanks was an unforgettable blend of Northern Lights adventures, thrilling snow sports, and heartwarming local discoveries. ❄️❤️ 🌌 Chena Lake Aurora Viewing We drove to the shores of Chena Lake for aurora chasing — a truly magical experience! Away from city lights, the sky unveiled swirling curtains of green and purple, shimmering and dancing as if putting on a private celestial show. It felt surreal and humbling. 🥹💚 #NorthernLightsMagic 🏍️ Rod's Alaskan Guide Service — Snowmobiling If you’re up for adrenaline, snowmobiling through snowy trails with Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service is a must! Racing across frozen lakes and weaving through birch forests gave us a true taste of Arctic adventure. Just make sure to bundle up—wind chill is no joke! 🧣❄️ 🦌 Running Reindeer Ranch A truly unique Alaskan experience! Walking with reindeer through snowy woods, learning about their role in local ecosystems and culture, and getting to feed them—all with stunning mountain views in the background. So peaceful and memorable! 🦌🌲 ⛷️ Moose Mountain — Powder Snow Paradise Moose Mountain offered some of the best powder snow I’ve ever skied 🎿❄️! The slopes were blissfully uncrowded, and the snow was light, deep, and forgiving. But oh my—the cold was next level 🥶! Even with layers, my cheeks and fingers were begging for mercy after a few runs. Hot cocoa breaks were essential! ☕️❤️ 🌅 Cabin Sunrise Waking up in our cozy cabin to a sunrise over snowy pines was pure tranquility. Golden light spilled over frosted branches, and the world felt still and serene—a perfect moment to soak in the quiet beauty of Alaska. 🌞🏡 🦀 Fred Meyer’s Golden King Crab — Budget-Friendly Feast Who knew you could find delicious, affordable king crab at a grocery store? Fred Meyer’s seafood section came through with sweet, tender golden king crab legs that we steamed at the cabin. Paired with drawn butter, it felt like a luxury meal without the luxury price! 🛒🦀😋 🏛️ Museum Masterpieces The Museum of the North at the University of Alaska Fairbanks left us in awe. From indigenous artifacts and stunning wildlife dioramas to contemporary Alaskan art, every exhibit told a story of resilience, culture, and natural wonder. The giant blue whale skeleton alone was worth the visit! 🐋🎨 🍻 HooBoo Brewing Company — KÖLSCH After a chilly day outdoors, HooBoo Brewing’s KÖLSCH was a smooth, refreshing treat. Light, crisp, and easy to drink, it was the perfect way to unwind and share stories of the day’s adventures with fellow travelers. 🍺👏 From chasing lights to carving powder, feeding reindeer to feasting on crab—Fairbanks wrapped us in winter magic at every turn. Already dreaming of my next trip back! ❤️🏔️ #Fairbanks#Alaska#WinterTravel#Aurora#Snowmobiling#Skiing#Reindeer#KingCrab#Museum#CraftBeer#TravelDiary