Seward, AK is a popular tourist destination situated on the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. It's known for its spectacular views of Resurrection Bay and the surrounding Chugach Mountains, as well as its abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. Seward also offers plenty of outdoor activities, such as fishing charters, kayaking tours, hiking trips, and more. Visitors to Seward can expect an array of accommodations including cozy cabins, hotels and RV parks. The city is home to a number of unique attractions such as the Sealife Center, St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Mt. Marathon Race Course and the Alaska SeaLife Center.
Reviews of Seward are generally positive with many visitors noting its stunning scenery and great activities. It's not only praised for its natural beauty but also for offering plenty of things to do both indoors and outdoors. Visitors can enjoy a variety of watersports from fishing charters to kayaking trips or take advantage of the many trails for hiking or biking around the area. Shopping is also available in nearby downtown Seward where visitors can find souvenirs and unique items from local artisans. Overall reviews on Seward tend to be very positive with great recommendations!
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Hard Luck Town - 2/27/2011
At first view, Seward looks pretty good. It's scenic enough, sitting along Resurrection Bay, a deepwater fjord with glaciers hanging from the mountains surrounding it.
Look closer, though, and you'll see the downtown area, though scenic....is more like a run down ghost town than anything else.
I've watched Seward for thirty years or so. There's always something on the horizon which is going to turn the dreary economic situation around....which never seems to happen. Even when the "something" actually materializes. For example, there's a relatively new state prison on the other side of the Bay (not within sight of the water). Doesn't seem to have helped the economy that much. There's a world class sea aquarium which went in a few years ago. The occasional cruise ship started to come in to the port a few years back. Coal and grain were supposed to be exported from the port....facilities were constructed to facilitate these exports. The U.S. Army
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