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Cons • Expect to pay premium rates for all aspects of your trip, includ- ing airfare. • Popular attractions and areas of interest are extremely crowded, especially on days when large cruise ships visit port cities of south- east Alaska or the Alaska Railroad delivers those same cruise-tour passengers to areas like Denali National Park. • Reservations for many hotels, tours, and car rental agencies must be made early in the season, with little wiggle room for changing plans. Alaska’s highest recorded temperature was taken at Fort Yukon in 1915. The thermometer registered a blistering 100ºF that day, probably caus- ing a minor stampede to the local creek. Autumn Crisp nights, changing leaves, and active wildlife hold much appeal for many Alaska visitors. Autumn actually shows up near the end of August, and hot deals often appear at the same time. Pros • Excellent end-of-season airfares offer relief from high-priced travel to and from Alaska. • Some popular attractions remain open for residents and autumn travelers, featuring uncrowded boats, buses, and trains around the state. • Scenery features colorful landscapes and opportunities to view moose, bears, and other wildlife. Cons • Many attractions do shut down after Labor Day, necessitating more independent travel planning. Travelers who thrive on guided tours may not find fall visits a good fit. • Weather is unpredictable: warm and sunnyish one day, snowing the next. Prepare for the latter and cheer when daybreak brings Alaska Fact Planning Your Adventure 2