Marriott Anchorage

... train. This train ride was completely uninteresting. You could already tell that after the total lack of civilization as we neared Anchorage there was more population. Had dinner on the train. Prime Rib that was pretty good and this huge dessert that ...

... beck and call, even just to check on me. Let me say, first class is definitely the way to fly!!!!      In Anchorage, I was to stay the night in a hotel and fly out to Barrow the following day. I had 3 very large boxes, two dog ...

... from NJ.  It was a long 10 hour flight with a short stop-over in Seattle.  We didn't really spend any time in Anchorage, basically got there at 9pm , rented our car and drove to the hotel. It was your basic Residence Inn - clean and comfortable ...

Awoke at 07:00 Anchorage time after an hour or so of darkness. It was a nice change to preflight the aircraft with 60 deg. Temperatures. Departed onetime at 09:30 for a 4:00 flight to Petropavlovsk, ...

... , but other than passing through some smaller towns the road moves along pretty quickly.  We didn’t actually arrive in Anchorage until around 6pm, which was later than we had planned, so we decided to use some more of those handy Marriott ...

... few souvenirs as well. The outdoor thermometer told the story, it was only 48F (9C). The rain added a chill. We arrived in Anchorage mid-afternoon. The rain was not as intense so we able to walk around downtown. The city is not impressive. I was ...

... ; My friend John and I took a road trip to the bay town of Seward, a quaint waterfront community located south of Anchorage.  Armed with my trusty Ipod and portable Bose player, we embarked on an adventure into Alaska's beautiful mountains.  Not ...

... that I feel very insignificant. I'm learning new things constantly as I make my way through the work day. I'm residing at the Marriott where everyday they feed me breakfast and offer drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and freshly baked cookies (plus a dinner that ...

Had enough Skymiles on Delta for a free internal flight, enough Marriott points for a hotel room for a weekend and enough points (with someone or other) to rent a car for the weekend. So, I took my self off to Alaska for my birthday. What a wonderful ...

... to more drives and more adventures.  The near future will provide opportunities to witness the Iditerod and the Anchorage Fur Rendezvous Celebration, a uniquely Alaskan winter festival. I guess that's all I have for now.  I will write ...

... I soon realized that these were important concepts as life was offering many examples once I became aware.  When I departed Anchorage the last time, I was discouraged about missing the opportunity to meet and talk to the "Eagle Lady."  She ...

Left Homer. Drove Sterling and Seward Highways to Anchorage. Saw a few sights along the way. Brought the flyers to the airport for 1 AM ...

... whitecaps in the water.  We stopped for several hours at the Alaska Native Heritage Center, and then continued on to the Anchorage Marriott.  Two other highlights of the day:  Before dinner, we stopped at the hotel bar, where, sadly, ...

The Jet I was on that was to fly me to my first assignment in Japan had some major engine problems that landed in a hotel in Alaska for three days.  I'm just glad they managed to land us the normal way rather than the destructive (i.e. crash) ...

...  from Fort Worth), had accompanied the group down from Denali. I had the opportunity to meet them the day before in Anchorage.  I felt so honored when they dedicated a song to me during their performance. I probably shouldn't have gone on the ...

... ; In fact, I have begun to notice the grass turning from a lighter shade of pale.  I have been told that when Anchorage decides to have spring, it happens practically overnight and turns into a paradise of colors.  The last couple of days, the ...

... the Iditerod mushers are considered heroes up here.  There is a ceremonial start to the Iditerod that takes place in Anchorage.  The sleds travel throughout the city to the applause and waves of admiring fans.  Then the restart takes place ...

A fabulous night at the Marriott, comfy as always. But there's nothing like paperwork, van training, and a driving test to wake you up in the morning. At the office, I was greeted with hugs and smiles to welcome me back, and of course, a few smartie ...