Destinations Canada & Alaska Travel Planner 2014-15 by Anderson Vacations

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Whitehorse & Dawson City Accommodation Glacier Bay National Park

3 Days / 2 Nights – Independent

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve encompasses a glacier-crowned, maritime wilderness that stretches northward from Alaska’s Inside Passage to the Alsek River, encircling a magnificent saltwater bay with 16 tidewater glaciers and 30 alpine glaciers. The bay is home to a dizzying array of marine wildlife including both orca and humpback whales, sea lions, seals and sea otters. The national park also harbours countless species of marine birds including bald eagles, kittiwakes, murres, the lovable puffins and a wide variety of land mammals including black bears, moose, Sitka deer and foxes. PACKAGE INCUDES: 2 nights of accommodation at Gustavus Inn, return coach transfers from Whitehorse to Skagway, return flight from Skagway to Gustavus, full day Glacier Bay National Park cruise. Prices from.

$1369

Best Western Gold Rush Inn When heading to the 'Land of the Midnight Sun', make the Best Western Gold Rush Inn home for your Yukon adventure. Located in the heart of historic downtown Whitehorse, the Best Western Gold Rush Inn is one of the finest accommodations in the Yukon. The lobby is full of artefacts from the Klondike Gold Rush era, ushering you into the luxury and convenience of the guest rooms. The on-site Gold Pan Saloon restaurant serves up dishes full of flavour for breakfast, lunch and dinner; and showcases live music on Friday and Saturday nights.

Pricing is per person in USD, double occupancy.

Pricing from. $158

Coast High Country Inn

Moderate

Edgewater Hotel

This quiet downtown location is right next to Jim Light Park and within walking distance to the restaurants, bars, and boutiques of Main Street. Not to mention, just a block away from the famous Yukon River. The Coast High Country Inn has a range of well-appointed, recently renovated rooms to choose from; including jacuzzi, kitchenette and pet-friendly options. When it is time to unwind, you will want to take a look at the fabulous restaurants: Morels, with fine wines and an emphasis on local Northwest cuisine; and The Deck, serving up rustic fare on one of the most impressive patios in the city.

Overlooking the majestic Yukon River and historic White Pass Railway, the Edgewater Hotel combines value, quality, and comfort with the best location in the city. Discover the 32 spacious and airy guest rooms and suites – many offering spectacular views of the historic Yukon River. Come dine at one of the two on-site restaurants. The Edge Bar & Grill is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7am until 9pm. Since its inception in 1967, the Cellar Chophouse & Martini Bar, has been the Yukon’s finest dining establishment. Come down for prime rib or try one of 70 different martinis.

Pricing from. $158

Pricing from. $158

Moderate

Inn on The Lake

GoldBottom Mine Cabins

As featured on Martha Stewart Living, Inn on The Lake is the top rated accommodation and conference centre in the Yukon. The location is ideal for daily excursions and attractions. The resort has a number of room categories and cottage options. This is one of North America's few places where you can stay and see the aurora right from your suite.

Pricing from. $198

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Since the Millar family have been using this area as their mine camp for over 30 years, the facilities are quite comfortable and in 1998 four log cabins were added for travelling guests looking for something more authentic on their northern adventure. The family lives near-by during the season so they can show you around and ensure you are all settled in.

Moderate Pricing from. $100

Moderate

Canada's Best Value Inn-Downtown Hotel Dawson City is also known as the heart of the world famous Klondike Gold Rush, this is where you will find Canada's Best Value Inn-Downtown Hotel. Situated just one block from the famous Yukon River and Dawson's famous gambling casino Diamond Tooth Gerties. The hotel contains 59 rooms, a dining room, lounge and gift shop. Enjoy a nice meal at the on-site Sour Toe Cocktail Club restaurant, famous for its swinging doors and turn-of-thecentury decor. Become part of the Sourtoe Cocktail Club if you dare as the bar is home to this famous drink.

Unique Lodge Pricing from. $120

Moderate

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