Amenities in Juneau, Alaska It’s always good to familiarize yourself with new surroundings. Maximize your time in a spot packed with places to see, activities and excursions to enjoy, and food on which to dine. Know where the local amenities in Juneau are: the public restrooms; where to meet your tour bus; the nearest ATM; and [...]
Despite its location on the coast, Juneau enjoys a humid continental climate, where there is a zone of conflict between polar and tropical air masses. The city’s temperature extremes are moderated by the local topography and the Pacific Ocean. When it comes to appropriate clothing for Juneau weather, prepare for the worst and hope for the best. [...]
Local events in Juneau, Alaska for 2017 Before finalizing your itinerary, look for Juneau’s local events and festivals taking place this year! And be sure to check out: How to spend your time in Juneau, Alaska. NB: If you’re an independent traveler, it’s worth noting that the tour operators in Juneau run from May 1 to September [...]
How to spend your time in Juneau, Alaska You can have an epic time in Juneau—an adventure in just 6 hours—many of our friends and guests do. But of course, the longer you stay, the more time in Juneau you'll have at your disposal to explore and really get to know the state capital. A [...]
Why you’ll love Southeast Alaska Gloriously, the largest temperate rainforest in the world surrounds Juneau. The glaciers are bigger than any other in the U.S. in a state that boasts the country’s longest coastline. The word “phenomenal” barely does Southeast Alaska justice. Confined by water and landlocked by glacial mountains, Juneau doesn’t even have a [...]
Weather in Juneau, Alaska The one thing you can count on in Juneau, is that you can’t count on the weather. Rainy days are so natural to us here; the rain sometimes seems invisible! While Juneau is a gorgeous state capital chock-full with wildlife, it’s also abundant with lots of weather! Well, it is nestled [...]
Good to know before arriving in Juneau, Alaska The capital of Alaska and the second largest city in the state, Juneau is located on the Gastineau Channel. That's less than 100 miles from the US-Canadian border. Circa 31,000 inhabitants reside in Juneau and its borough. Mayhap more impressive to non-Juneauites, the city is larger than the state [...]
