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Introduction
For years we always just passed through Haines on the way from the ferry up the highway. I didn't know what I was missing until I stopped and took a couple of days to really investigate. Now Haines is one of my favorite Alaska towns. Haine... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Getting There The Alaska Marine Highway System (tel. 800/642-0066, or 907/766-2111 locally; www.ferryalaska.com), is how most people get to Haines, and the cruise on the Lynn Canal fjord from Juneau or Skagway is among the most beautiful in... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Bank -- First National Bank of Alaska, which has an ATM, is at Main Street and 2nd Avenue. Hospital -- The Haines Medical Clinic (tel. 907/766-2521) is on 1st Avenue, near the visitor center. Internet Access -- The gorgeous Haines Borou... Continue reading »
Haines Travel Experiences
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The Hitchikers Guide
Put yourself in my stinking battered shoes for two moments will you?You're in the snowy wastelands of North Canada. You have made it ... Continue reading »
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Skagway
Left Whitehorse this morning at 8am, picked up near our hostel by the bus which was nice, 'cause we have a lot of stuff. (our tent, sleep... Continue reading »
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Great Day for Border Crossing
Crossing back in the US on Sept 11th meant we had a double-check of the Chinook - which was packed to the hilt including the birds (did I... Continue reading »
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The White Pass and Yukon Railroad
This area can only be reached by boat or plane, normally on an Alaskan cruise. This is one of the most remarkable railroads ever built. I... Continue reading »
