Böcker av Lisa Maloney

For those looking for adventure in the Last Frontier, Alaska offers something different. Pan for gold in GuggieVille, visit an Igloo-shaped Catholic Church, or explore Alaska on a llama trek through Knik Glacier.Tired of the same old tourist traps? Take the road less traveled and discover the hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales other guidebooks just don't offer. Off the Beaten Path® features the things you'd want to see-if only you knew about them! From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits, you'll say over and over again: "I didn't know that!"Looking to discover a side of Alaska you never knew existed? Take a flight-seeing tour over glaciers and high-country lakes. Venture to the Kodiak Wildlife Refuge--accessible only by seaplane or boat. Embark on a kayaking expedition through Alaska's remote waters. Take a cooking class and learn to prepare Alaskan-seafood specialties. If you've "been there, done that" one too many times, get off the main road and venture Off the Beaten Path®.

When Haley's parents left on a last-minute trip to a tropical island for Christmas, they knowingly left something important at home: their daughter.Faced with the reality of her first holiday alone, Haley and her roommate lose themselves in a wine-fueled movie marathon. Next thing they know, there are empty bottles on the coffee table along with a list of dares that turn the twelve days leading up to Christmas into a series of hilarious, festive challenges. Suddenly it's all silly games, new friends, and run-ins with security guards-there might even be a bit of romance brewing.A new spin on a Christmas classic, The Twelve Dares of Christmas is perfect for those who savor the holidays, seek out opportunities to make memories, and cherish friendships, new and old.

From paths passing over foothills and bordering streams to dense wilderness routes and National Recreation Trails, 50 Hikes Around Anchorage is a traveler's guide to anything and everything in the Anchorage region, only a stone's throw from the city. Each chapter begins with an overview of each hike--the type, season best for hiking, total distance, time, difficulty, elevation, location, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates. Readers will learn the best way to get to the trail, tips and suggestions while following the trail, and important things to watch out for (from wildlife to spectacular views). Whether readers are looking for an easy stride through the South Fork Falls woodland or a strenuous climb up the forest/tundra of Twin Peaks, with 50 Hikes Around Anchorage hikers of all abilities and experience levels can make the most of their outdoor excursion in the Anchorage area.

The best hikes in-and beyond-the web of trails that covers the Anchorage area, from well-known treks to little-know gems.