Pauline Frommer's Alaska

Spend less, see more. This is the philosophy behind Pauline Frommer’s guides. Written by travel expert Pauline Frommer (who is also the daughter of Arthur Frommer), and her team of hand-picked writers, these guides show how to truly experience a culture, meet locals, and save money along the way.

• Industry secrets on how to find the best hotel rooms

• Details on alternative accommodations, great neighborhood restaurants, and cool, offbeat finds

• Packed with personality and opinions

• Total visitors to Alaska in 2006 hit 1.56 million
• The range of accommodations includes B&Bs, rustic cabins by the sea or in the mountains, and lighthouses
• In-depth info on traveling by car, cruise ship, or the state ferry system
• Where to see glaciers, bears, or native cultural celebrations
• Where to pan for gold, kayak, river raft, and more

Freelance writer David Thompson lives in the Hawaiian Islands. He is one of the authors of the Pauline Frommer’s Hawaii guide.