I finally got a chance to go through my photos from Alaska! WARNING: excessive number of mountain scenes and photos of marine wildlife are about to come right at you.
On the way to Girdwood, Alaska. Gorgeous view by the highway.
All aboard!
Things were looking a bit ominous in the beginning.
Trailers for days. Bet they get an awesome view every day.
Very few trees standing on this island after the 1964 earthquake.
There’s an eagle in there somewhere.
We became trained spotters of whale breathing.
How do these goats get there?
The porpoise came out to play.
This guy. Just chillin’.
My family and I noodled around Anchorage and Girdwood during our trip, but my favorite part would have to be our marine wildlife cruise around Kenai Fjords. Things I learned during my trip:
- Trying to spot the back fin of a whale within a hundred miles of open water makes me feel like a kid again.
- Taking photos of flying birds is impossible, especially when you’re on a moving boat.
- I love whales.
- The sun never goes down during the summer. At least it felt that way.
I’m going to keep this post short because the photos of the mountains and wildlife are the true stars here. But before I go, I have to mention something about food, of course.
I didn’t order this seafood mac and cheese, but I wish I did. AMAZING. (From ORSO.)
Linda @ Veganosity says
STUNNING! Alaska is on my bucket list of places to visit. I love whales too. A family of humpback whales followed a boat we were on in Cabo a few years ago and it was magical. I’m so happy that you had such a wonderful trip, Lisa. 🙂
Lisa says
Thanks, Linda!! I had no clue humpback whales swam all the way down to Cabo!!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Gosh, these pictures are incredible! And that seafood mac and cheese is incredible. I want to book a flight to Alaska right now. Thanks for sharing these beautiful pictures, it looks like you had a wonderful time!
Lisa says
Thank you, Ashley! Yes, we had such a wonderful time! =)
Cindy says
Beautiful! Sean is going to Alaska next week for a job, so he’ll be there like 24 hours but, I’m still jealous.
Lisa says
!! Where is he going?? I would be totally jealous too.
Mary @ The Kitchen Paper says
Beautiful! Alaska is such a magnificent place… thanks for sharing your photos!! (also, that mac n’ cheese… YES!)
Lisa says
When this Whole30 thing is over, I think I’m going to make myself some of that mac n cheese!
nicole (thespicetrain.com) says
I love mountains and wildlife! Thank you for sharing these photos and the seafood mac and cheese looks and sounds awesome! 🙂
Lisa says
Thanks, Nicole!
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
WoW, WoW, Wow – what inspiring beauty, Lisa. What an incredible journey it must have been. Rob and I have been plotting our trip there for a few years now. Your reflections may just be the nudge we need! Thank you for sharing the beauty with us!
Lisa says
Traci, Alaska is definitely worth visiting, especially since you love all things outdoors. Let me know if you do go!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
I’ve ALWAYS wanted to go to Alaska. . BREATHTAKING photos!!! ohmygawd, so beautiful. . I feel like you took us with you through these photos. . stunning!!!! you’ll have to go back to try the seafood mac and cheese!!
Lisa says
Alice, Alaska is so much fun! I know it’s a bit far out for you, but I bet your girls would enjoy the trip (especially the wildlife)!
Beth says
WOW! I have never seen mountains like that in real life, so pretty!
Lisa says
It’s crazy, the mountains were sooo green (rarely seen in California now)!
Megan {Country Cleaver} says
I’m so glad you enjoyed Alaska – it’s one of my favorite places on earth too!!
Lisa says
I would totally do another trip there, if I have he time!
Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners says
Hi Lisa,
I’ve been to Alaska several times on my boat and it truly is magical. I love whales too and along with food, could talk about them all day long. I’ve been so lucky to live on Vancouver Island which is surrounded by orcas, minkes, greys and the occasional humpback.
Your pictures are gorgeous and makes me yearn for it. We had planned on going this summer but had a bump in the road. Next summer for sure! Glad to hear you had such a great time 🙂
Lisa says
I’m so jealous of all the wildlife that you get to experience around you!! I would be so giddy if I saw those beautiful creatures more often!