At first, tropical Hawaii and icy Alaska might seem vastly different, yet these destinations share more than just the 50th anniversary of their statehoods — both have strong native cultures; both are must-see destinations for most Americans; and, most importantly, just their names alone can conjure up exotic images that capture the imaginations of travelers.
TravelAge West editors Christopher Batin and Marty Wentzel have spent more than half a century combined writing about Alaska and Hawaii. Here, in commemoration of the states’ golden anniversaries, is a look at how these fascinating destinations have evolved and where they might be headed in the next 50 years.
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