DK Alaska

This DK guide to Alaska is built for travellers who want to see the state properly, from the northern lights overhead to salmon pulled fresh from the Kenai River. It also makes room for quieter days, such as an afternoon spent learning about Alaska Native traditions.

Photographs run through nearly every page, and hand-drawn illustrations open up the region's buildings and neighbourhoods so you can see inside places before you arrive. Expert-led insights and trusted advice sit alongside detailed write-ups of the major sights, with a curated selection of the must-sees and top experiences to help you decide where to spend your time.

Practical help covers the rest of the trip. You'll find recommendations for where to eat, drink, shop and stay, plus detailed maps and walking routes, easy-to-follow itineraries, and guidance on preparing, getting around and staying safe. Colour-coded chapters separate each part of Alaska, and the lightweight format makes it easy to carry with you.

Readers planning a wider North American trip may also want DK's guides to Canada and the Pacific Northwest.