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  • Not For the Faint Of Heart

    Although it isn’t as popular as some of Alaska’s other famous tourist destinations, its notoriety is nothing less then worldwide acclaim. The Iditarod is a dog sled race that takes place in the Alaskan winter each year. Teams of 12-16 dogs and their owner race over 1,500 miles from Anchorage to Nome in a race that can take over two weeks to complete. On top of that, teams are exposed to a range of Alaskan elements in a contest that isn’t for the faint of heart. Teams train extensively each year for the race with preparations that include both physical and mental readiness. While it isn’t as popular for tourists as an Alaskan cruise, the Iditarod sled race in Alaska does garner some popular appeal among extreme outdoorsmen and animal lovers. It is an amazing event to witness humans and animals coming together to battle each other as they brave the Alaskan wilderness.


  • Alaska Travel

    FrugalMonkey’s section on Alaska travel is perhaps one of its largest and most comprehensive sections. With information on travel throughout the state along with pertinent information on jobs in Alaska any one interested in this gorgeous region of the Northwest will surely find what they’re looking for.

    Alaska is known not only for its gorgeous landscapes but has a reputation for being the last frontier of wilderness in the United States. As such, its allure draws travelers by the thousands each year via Alaska cruises, roads and air to experience one of the most rustic and beautiful states in the western hemisphere. Don’t forget – for those of you interested in working in Alaska, JobMonkey.com has entire sections dedicated to finding work in this northern paradise. Thus, if you want to make your time in Alaska extended past just a simple vacation, check out the many job opportunities awaiting you in Alaska and make some long term plans for staying.


  • Great Deal On Alaskan Cruises Now!

    Norwegian Cruise Line just posted a week long cruise to Alaska for just $419 a person! You could be sailing the gorgeous coastlines of The Last Frontier, visiting Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka – enjoying a week off from your stressful life back home. The cruise sails from Los Angeles on April 25 so you have plenty of time to make your Alaskan vacation plans. Alaska is one of the largest vacation spots for North Americans and you won’t be able to find cheaper deals than this.

    The cruise sails from Los Angeles, and ports at Juneau, Ketchikan, Vancouver B.C and then ports back in LA. This time of year the cool, clear air will be exquisite as you take in the views of the Alaskan coast. Check out Orbitz or Norwegian Cruise Line for details now.


  • Travel The World With FrugalMonkey’s Country Guides

    Check out our country guides and travel advice made perfect for vacation planning.

    If you’re trying to visit Greece, go on a Mexican getaway, take a cruise to Alaska, plan a last minute second honeymoon to Australia or even a trip to South America, then check out FrugalMonkey’s country profiles.

    FrugalMonkey’s travel guides have up to date and current information on some of the worlds most popular travel destinations.


    With full country profiles that include information on the history of the country, travel advice for the region, popular sights, country facts and insider information, it provides you with all pertinent travel information in one easy to find place. It also provides tips on how to find cheap airfare, where to look when booking last minute vacations in addition to providing advice on Euro Rail passes, volunteer work and working abroad. If there is something you need to know about international travel, FrugalMonkey is the place to look.

    Country Profiles are helpful when researching travel plans because it helps you gain a sense of the type of vacation you are likely to find when traveling. For example, our guide on Hawaiian travel provides information on Hawaii interisland flights, activities you will enjoy in Hawaii, where to stay, information on the different islands, hotels, reports on tourism in Hawaii as well as cruises that are available.

    If you want to travel to South Africa, our profile will show you exactly where to find South Africa’s different wine regions and explains how each of those regions differ in the varieties that grow there. Scuba diving, shark cage diving, whale watching, golfing, travel throughout the country and African safaris are among some of the more in depth information you will find on our country profile for South Africa as well. Not to mention the best hotels and day trips from Cape Town or Johannesburg.

    Alaskan travel is at its peak in the summer months and is an enormous tourist destination for hoards of travelers each year. We offer links to Alaskan summer jobs, excursions, whitewater rafting, camping, sights, lodging at the different Alaskan cities and flight information into Alaska.


    FrugalMonkey is a premier resource when it comes to Alaskan travel and work opportunities in Alaska. Yet we offer a wealth of information on our other country profiles, including but not limited to: Greece, Argentina, Mexico and Australia. If there’s anywhere in the world you’re eager to see – we’ve got the information to help you plan that vacation accordingly.

    What is so great about being able to access information about each of these countries is that in addition to relevant travel data about the region we also offer information, tips and advice on booking trips to those places at the last minute. We also have information on where students can find flight discounts, purchase Euro Rail passes, get travel gear and so more! Additionally after finding information on where you want to go, you can then book your flight after only just a few clicks from our site. FrugalMonkey wants you to be able to find the cheapest and best travel for your budget, but doesn’t want you to miss out on the vacation of a lifetime. Your flight to Australia, beach trip to Mexico or scuba diving excursion in Hawaii is only just a click away when you research vacations on FrugalMonkey.