The city of Anchorage is blessed with many facets that have made it a popular destination to frequent. For horticulture enthusiasts the city beckons through the many displays of botany that mark the streets each year. Due to Anchorage’s location between the two northern continents, aviation enthusiasts have dubbed the city the “Air Crossroads of the World”. But the offerings of this Alaskan city do not end there.
Anchorage is a thriving urban city that also manages to preserve a strong sense of nature through a strong helping of plant life. This is most evident when strolling down the streets of downtown Anchorage where visitors will be confronted with baskets of blue and golf flowers that match the colours of the city’s flag.
Art Galleries and theatres co-exist alongside biking and skiing trails providing a versatile destination with appeal for people of all tastes and ages. A prominent nature related attraction is the Alaska Zoo which is home to over 100 species of bird and 40 species of mammal. Many of the zoo’s animals are from the artic including moose, caribou, wolves, dall sheep, musk oxen and more. However the zoo also houses animals from different geographic areas as well including elephants, Siberian tigers and more.
Another popular attraction is the H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark that features a host of thrilling water related rides. Highlights include the Wave Pool which creates waves reaching a height of 4 feet that rocks swimmers with their sheer force while the Master Blaster is an epic rollercoaster ride that is sure to thrill. These and numerous other rides ensure a fun filled day for the entire family.
For a taste of more traditional entertainment, the Alaska Centre for Performing Arts delivers an ideal destination. Each year this venue hosts around 20 orchestral concerts from both the Anchorage Concert Association and The Anchorage Symphony Orchestra. This venue is also used to host the International Ice Carving Festival.
Before travelling to the city guests would be advised to book an Anchorage hotel in advance, thereby reducing the hassle of searching for one upon arrival. Millennium Alaskan Hotel Anchorage not only offers the convenience of online reservations but also a location on the shores of the scenic Lake Spenard.
