Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip to the Arctic Circle

If you are looking for a spectacular trip to a place with stunning natural beauty then search no more.  Fairbanks, Alaska is a perfect location to spend time in serene and comforting nature and a great place to take part in some fun outdoor adventures!

If your visit to Alaska falls between the months of September and April you will be delighted on the Arctic Circle Tour.  This sightseeing trip in a large comfortable van will take you on a fantastic excursion through the Alaskan terrain. 

Along the way you will see the trans-Alaskan pipeline which seems to cause a bit of controversy but regardless, it is still a wonderful sight to see.  Additionally, the van will make a stop at the Mighty Yukon River so you can explore the banks and take pictures with your group.  The Yukon River begins in Alaska and trickles over to Canada’s Yukon Territory and a bit of British Columbia making it Alaska’s longest river.

By noon, you will have reached the Arctic Circle when you arrive at Finger Mountain.  From here you have a 360-degree view of the Arctic and its tundra.  The Arctic Circle is the invisible circle around the Earth’s surface that marks the southern limit of the area where the sun doesn’t rise in the winter solstice or set in the summer solstice.  During this time of the year, the sun never sets which means you could come back at any time of the day and be able to play in the daylight. 

Throughout the entire trip to the Arctic Circle and back, your guide will pull over whenever there is an animal sighting allowing you to take pictures.  It is possible to see several moose, bears, fox, wolves, caribou, porcupine and marmot along the way. 

At the end of the trip, each passenger receives an Arctic Circle Certificate with your name and the date you touched ground in the Arctic.  This tour is a great way to get in touch with the Alaskan wildlife as well having an once-in-a-lifetime experience in Arctic Circle.

No matter what you decide to do while spending time in Fairbanks, you will not be disappointed.  Visit Fairbanks Tours at www.fairbankstours.net to check out all the fun you can have!

Historic Sights Come Alive in Charleston

For water babies and those just looking for a good way to relax after a long day of walking, there is no better way to see Charleston than from the observation deck of a historic harbor boat.  On the Historic Harbor Boat Tour in Charleston, you will see St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, which was painted black during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars to avoid being an easy target and has somehow managed to be spared from destruction against all odds.  Now painted white again, this is quite a sight as it is in excellent shape considering all it has been through.  You will also see some of the stately homes along the Battery that have endured through the worst of times and a host of natural disasters including hurricanes and earthquakes, and of course war. 

The boat tour takes you past forts Moultrie, Johnson, and Sumter, which have all played a pivotal role in American history, and you will also pass Patriot’s Point, the home of Yorktown.  Throughout the ride you will likely see some beautiful displays of nature, as a dolphin feeds on the water’s surface or a bird swoops down over the water to catch a fish.  This is an excellent opportunity to sightsee and watch as nature takes its course.    

On board you will have access to two decks, both providing an exquisite view of Charleston Harbor.  Bars are located on both decks for your convenience, and one deck serves as an observation deck while the other is used for dining.  The boat is a massive 85 feet long, so there is plenty of room on board for up to 300 passengers.  While the tour only lasts 90 minutes, you can feel free to purchase sandwiches and snacks while you are on board if you wish, whatever will make the ride the most comfortable for you.