What BestPlaces Users Say about Alaska
Alaska is known for its stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife, and extreme weather conditions. It is the largest state in the United States, yet has one of the lowest population densities. Its unique characteristics make it an attractive place for some, but challenging for others.
Summarized excerpts from user reviews about living in Alaska:
1. "Living in Alaska has been a dream come true for me. The untouched wilderness and the sense of community here is unlike anywhere else. However, be prepared for long, dark winters and high living expenses." - Sarah J.
2. "Alaska is not for the faint of heart. The winters can be brutal, but the summers make up for it with endless daylight and outdoor activities. The people are friendly and welcoming, but it takes time to adjust to the slower pace of life." - John D.
3. "I love the ruggedness of Alaska and being surrounded by nature. The cost of living can be steep, but there are also plenty of job opportunities in industries like fishing and oil. Just be prepared to live off the grid in some areas." - Maria S.
4. "I've lived in Alaska my whole life and wouldn't trade it for anything. The beauty of this state is indescribable, and the people are resilient and self-sufficient. However, it's not for everyone and you have to be prepared for harsh weather and limited amenities." - David K.
based on 26 ReviewsGet to know Alaska with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Alaska
winters are tough - 8/6/2007
i am born and raised in anchorage, alaska. it is my home and always will be. no other place has the natural beauty alaska has to offer. there are so many wonderful things about this place, but i am considering a move because the winters are so long and dark. winters here are great if you enjoy winter sports, but as i do not, it's a loooong cold tough
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Current Trends in Alaska's Economy Nov 2006 - 11/19/2006
We are expecting to have the gas line, be approved, rather, just who is going to come up with the "plan", so that all parties can get a piece of the action.
Like the pipeline, it will bring much money into the economy,right now there is not enough steel available in the world, to even construct the gasline. It will be a 5-to 7 year job when it actually starts- the project, will bring in jobs, people and money into everywhere. My experience is that there is alot of money in this state. For instance the Native $ which, since I am not Native is abundant, the oil revenues must give them their portion. The state spends way too much $, which is a given , so they can cont. to get it,but My son went to the only private prep school in Anchorage for a few years, was from K-12, but just recently went from K-8,( not enough older children, but the other grades are fully booked) They have a yearly auction, to support some of their expenses, or to give grants to kids whose parents cannot
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Heavens Creation - 6/10/2006
Alaska is awesome !!!!!!!!!! I am a native Floridian and have lived here in the seventies and since 1991, there are no simple words to explain Alaska !!!! The Climate has changed since the seventies, it is warmer and more humid.....For people coming from the lower 48 this sounds good, however it also has meant that we are losing our Glaciers !!!!! People think that tropical flowers are the brightest, but they cannot compare to the colors up here.....Plant whatever and the color will be Brighter, Truer and Deeper !!!! Also, Biggger!!!!! The Rivers look like a swimming pool that's lit at night !!! Even when you're standing in them !!!! The Air is Clean!!!!
We have most of the same shopping as in the lower 48...we've had malls since the 1960's......We have Wal-Mart, Sears, Penny's, etc....Resturantes abound...chain and local !!!
The Postal System is the same as in the lower 48, which catalog people don't understand, therefore they charge extra !!!! Which is
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Life in Anchorage and in Alaska - 5/5/2006
Alaska is a wondrous place. Harsh, beautiful, majestic, a land where every resident is a pioneer. It is a land of extremes. Temperature, weather patterns, wind, dust, earthquakes, forest fires, etc.
A summer day in Fairbanks can be 90 degrees and sunny, but the sun can be obscured by raging forest fires. A winter day in the same spot can be -50 degrees, windless, so sunny your eyes weep at the glory, and last less than four hours from dawn to dusk.
That same summer day in Juneau may see rain and temperatures in the mid-50's. Winter looks much the same, maybe ten degrees cooler, without leaves on the trees and longer nights.
Anchorage summers may wander into the 70's, but won't be a relentlessy sunny as the Interior (Fairbanks region) or relentlessy rainy as Southeast (the Juneau region). Winters also fall into the middle, neither as cold or wet as the other two areas, with temperatures that hover around 32 degrees.
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Beauty abundance - 2/22/2006
This place is increadible if you are into the outdoorsy sports stuff just not our gig after 19
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