For those active adults bitten by the travel bug, there's a new adventure on the horizon that doesn’t require you to cross the international border—instead, it invites you to explore the raw beauty of Alaska along with the majestic rivers of the Pacific Northwest. According to a recent publication on the City of Raleigh website, the Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults is offering an immersive Alaskan journey which, to be frank, sounds like a nature lover's dream. The package includes 2 nights in Fairbanks, a night in Denali, a night in Anchorage, followed by a 7-night Alaska Cruise aboard the Norwegian Jewel—imagine skirting past the Hubbard Glacier and stopping by the historic outposts of Juneau and Skagway, sights that are as educational as they are breathtaking.
Not to overshadow the Alaskan trek, but the program also teases a serene escape through the diverse landscapes of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho—set for July 20 – 27, 2025, which includes a suite of panoramic vistas from Mount Hood and the enchantment of Portland's International Rose Test Gardens, add to this a jet boat excursion on the Snake River and it's clear that thrill and tranquility are on the itinerary. One slight catch—or bonus, depending on your outlook—is that the trip information sessions are scheduled for the same day, the Alaska meeting at 12:30 p.m. and the riverside retreat at 3 p.m, both of these gems are to be held at 1901 Spring Forest Road.
Details on the cost per person, based on cabin selection of course, and other nitty-gritties, are neatly laid out in the trip flyer—but act swiftly, cabin spaces are as limited as the once-in-a-lifetime experiences they promise to provide. And if you're toeing the line considering whether to indulge in these picturesque escapades, attending one of the informational meetings could be the nudge you need. But remember, that's purely optional; registration for the trip doesn’t hinge on your presence at these gatherings.
For more information or to nab your spot on these journeys, the aforementioned link on the City of Raleigh website serves as your digital portal to adventure—it's got all the fine print, and then some, for both the Alaskan odyssey and the river explorations.
