The history of Alaska dates back to the Upper Paleolithic period (around 14,000 BC), when foraging groups crossed the Bering land bridge into what is now western Alaska. At the time of European contact by the Russian explorers, the area was populated by Alaska Native groups. The name “Alaska” derives from the Aleut word Alaxsxaq (also spelled Alyeska), meaning “mainland” (literally, “the object toward which the action of the sea is directed”).
The U.S. purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867. In the 1890s, gold rushes in Alaska and the nearby Yukon Territory brought thousands of miners and settlers to Alaska. Alaska was granted territorial status in 1912 by the United States of America
In 1942, two of the outer Aleutian Islands—Attu and Kiska—were occupied by the Japanese during World War II and their recovery for the U.S. became a matter of national pride. The construction of military bases contributed to the population growth of some Alaskan cities.
Alaska was granted U.S. statehood on January 3, 1959.
In 1964, the massive “Good Friday earthquake” killed 131 people and leveled several villages.
The 1968 discovery of oil at Prudhoe Bay and the 1977 completion of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline led to an oil boom. In 1989, the Exxon Valdez hit a reef in Prince William Sound, spilling between 11 to 34 million US gallons (42,000 to 129,000 m3) of crude oil over 1,100 miles (1,800 km) of coastline. Today, the battle between philosophies of development and conservation is seen in the contentious debate over oil drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
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Which hotels in Alaska are good for families?
Many families visiting Alaska loved staying at Brighton #116, Brighton Condo #209 and Inn at Tern Lake.
Similarly, Spruce Lodge, Seafarer Suites and Gateway Hotel are also popular among family travellers.
How much does it cost to stay in a hotel in Alaska?
On average, 3-star hotels in Alaska cost £69 per night, and 4-star hotels in Alaska are £85 per night. If you’re looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Alaska can on average be found for £81 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
What hotels in Alaska offer an especially good breakfast?
For hotels in Alaska that serve up a highly-rated breakfast, try The Landing Hotel, Best Western Bidarka Inn and Gateway Hotel.
Breakfast at these hotels in Alaska are also highly rated: Embassy Suites Anchorage, Harbor 360 Hotel Sewardand Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Conference Center.
What hotels in Alaska have nice views?
Inn at Tern Lake, Candlewood Suites – Fairbanks, an IHG Hotel and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks have received great reviews from travellers in Alaska regarding the views from their hotel rooms.
Guests staying in Alaska also spoke highly of the views from the rooms at Longliner Lodge and Suites, My Place Hotel-Anchorage, AK and The Hotel Captain Cook.
What are the best cities to stay in Alaska?
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