Important Information

POPULATION:
Anchorage is Alaska's largest city with nearly 261,000 people.

CLIMATE:
Summer tempuratures can reach into the high 70's; winters bring on the snow with tempuratures into the 20's.

WHAT TO WEAR:
In summer bring a jacket or sweater, comfortable walking shoes. In winter, bring heavy warm layers of clothes, long underwear, warm hat, gloves, and warm boots.

TIME ZONE:
Alaska is one hour behind West Coast's Pacific Standard Time and four hours behind Eastern Standard Time.

CURRENCY, BANKS & MONEY EXCHANGE:
U.S. Dollars are the currency in Alaska. Major credit cards and travelers checks are widely accepted. ATM's are available for cash withdrawals.

VISAS / PASSPORTS:
Visas are not required for USA stays up to 90 days. Your passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity as of the date of arrival in USA and Canada.

TRAVEL INSURANCE:
We recommend strongly you take out a comprehensive insurance policy at the time of booking to protect you against cancellation fees should it be necessary for you to cancel your trip due to illness or unexpected medical expenses.

ELECTRICITY:
110 volt is universal - take an adaptor.

TAX:
All purchases in USA are plus tax.

TIPPING:
Restaurant bills do not usually include a service charge or gratuity, but it is standard to tip your server about 15% of the total bill (before taxes). The customary gratuity to tour guides and drivers is $1.00 - $2.00 per day