ALASKA
Those looking to escape the oppressive summer heat might consider adding Alaska to their travel wish list . While areas of the state can reach up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit on rare occasions , most temps settle anywhere between 55 to 78 degrees from May through September . However , that doesn ’ t mean that your travelers will need to sacrifice their sunshine intake . In fact , those visiting the riverside city of Fairbanks between April 22 and August 20 might encounter more sunbeams than ever before as the region has long been known as “ the Land of the Midnight Sun ” receiving up to 24 hours of daylight each day . “ Alaska is an extraordinary experience in the summer ,” said Ronda Pergola , luxury travel advisor and founder of Bermudaful Travel & Beyond . “( You can ) experience the calving of an iceberg , take a seaplane to the wilderness to observe the bears in their natural environment , and of course , ( there ’ s ) fishing .” A common way to explore the Great North is via cruise ship , and Pergola recommends Holland America ’ s MS Koningsdam for travelers hoping to explore the area ’ s waterways and take in the stunning beauty of this unique destination .
Alaska in the summer
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