While there is always some aurora at some place on earth, Alaska’s dark, clear winter skies are prime grounds for viewing one of nature’s most beautiful phenomena.

As of October 2025, another major airline is heading to Alaska’s most populated city, with Southwest’s new lineup set to include seasonal service that’s slated to start in 2026.

Holiday markets are just around the corner, and that means seasonal trinkets, spirited experiences and new favorite travel memories in European towns both big and small!