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My turn: Ferry system returns to its roots for Alaskans

...Over time, we will transition into an intermodal system of roads, shuttles, and mainliners providing economic travel options with significantly improved regularity and frequency. This was the original mission of the Alaska Marine Highway...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/080405/opi_20050804011.shtml
Opinion
A pointless road

...an individual basis nor as public policy. The dubious $200-some million "estimated" for the road to create a "travel option," plus substantial annual maintenance costs in perpetuity, is a phenomenal investment with little or no clear public...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/110304/let_20041103017.shtml
Opinion
My Turn: No 'sweetheart deals' here

...sophisticated and has access to all competing information. Who among us doesn't search for lower priced or alternative travel options whenever we consider a trip? It's ridiculous to act is if the public is so stupid that they have to be protected...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/041907/opi_20070419016.shtml
Opinion
Seldovia Village Tribe hopes to beef up Homer ferry port

...The ferry's presence offers new opportunities for residents of Seldovia for summer employment in Homer, opens travel options for residents who need access to shopping and medical appointments in Homer and provides economic possibilities for...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/060710/sta_650136758.shtml
News
Empire editorial: Whitehorse direct flights are a good gamble for Juneau

Local residents will have an additional travel option this winter courtesy of the Juneau Assembly. City officials...Southeast communities will take advantage of this new travel option. Juneau to Whitehorse direct flights were discontinued...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/101809/opi_506052697.shtml
Japan Airlines cuts flights to Fairbanks

...promotion to keep business steady. The resort's Japan marketing specialist is steering many customers to other travel options, such as direct China Air flights to Anchorage. Karl said the resort also is being promoted locally with discounts...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/121409/reg_535642084.shtml
Summer ferry schedules out early

...following the recent completion of a new dock there. "Adding Gustavus to next summer's schedule provides an additional travel option to Gustavus and Glacier Bay National Park." said Jim Beedle, deputy commissioner of marine operations at the Alaska...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/100710/sta_717052812.shtml
News
Pack Creek travel options from frugal to fancy

Guided trips are available to Pack Creek, but almost half the people who visit the bear-viewing area on Admiralty Island save money by arranging transportation and going on their own. The U.S. Forest Service and state Department of Fish and Game keep rangers and technicians at Pack Creek, who give directions and answer questions.

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/082601/Loc_packcreekside.shtml
Local
It's fun to personalize your travel experience

...My son, Elton, has recently made frequent trips back and forth to Seattle on business. He has introduced me to a travel option that I have never used in almost 70 years. Sound off on the important issues at I've taken the steamship to Seattle...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/042007/nei_20070420007.shtml
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Business briefs

...p.m. Alaska Airlines is offering discounted rates on excursion fares and unrestricted coach fares. To book this travel option, call the group sales desk at (800) 445-4435 and refer to the Alaska State Chamber No. CMA 0372. For information...

http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/013002/Biz_briefs.shtml
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