Deb Vanasse has lived in Alaska since 1979. She has traveled extensively throughout the state and around the world, including remote areas of Southwestern Alaska, where she lived and worked for eight years. Her two children were born in the bush, where riverboat, snow machine and small plane are the only ways to get from one village to another. Eventually she moved to Fairbanks and then to Anchorage, where she enjoys hiking, biking and camping.
Deb is the author of several books set in Alaska, including A Distant Enemy (2004, Alaska Print Brokers), Out of the Wilderness (1999, Clarion Books), Under Alaska’s Midmight Sun (2005, Sasquatch Books/Paws IV Children’s Books), Alaska’s Animal Babies (2005, Sasquatch Books/Paws IV Children’s Books) and Totem Tale (2006, Sasquatch Books/Paws IV Children’s Books). She is also the author of the Insider’s Guide to Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska (2007, Insiders’ Guide) and co-author of Off the Beaten Path: Alaska, Sixth Edition (2008, Globe Pequot).
Deb’s Web site: www.debvanasse.com
Deb’s blog: www.alaskanauthors.com
Latest Articles by Deb Vanasse
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Cabo: Beyond the Beach
by Deb Vanasse September 26, 2008From pirate ship sailings to glass blowing to volunteer opportunities, there are plenty of off-beach family activities for Cabo vacationers.
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Los Cabos Adventure Activities
by Deb Vanasse September 26, 2008Cabo activity options—from whale watching and deep sea fishing, to horseback riding and desert treks and more—are sure to fit any family itinerary.
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Cabo Spa Vacation
by Deb Vanasse September 26, 2008Take a wellness vacation for your body and soul in Los Cabos.
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Los Cabos Travel Tips
by Deb Vanasse September 26, 2008Stay safe and sane on your Los Cabos vacation with this helpful advice.
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Tale of Two Cabos
by Deb Vanasse September 26, 2008Read our insider’s recommendations for how to best plan your next Cabo vacation.
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Whitewater Thrills: Family-Style River Rafting
by Deb Vanasse April 29, 2008Family bonding and adventurous recreation come together on whitewater.
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Wilderness Lodges of Alaska
by Deb Vanasse January 23, 2008From rustic cabins to luxury, all-inclusive accommodations, find the best place to stay on your Alaskan family vacation.
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Plan the Perfect Alaskan Vacation
by Deb Vanasse January 23, 2008Alaska’s wilderness is one of the final frontiers for travelers seeking adventure, unparalleled natural beauty or just a chance to get away from it all.
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Best Glaciers to See in Alaska
by Deb Vanasse January 23, 2008With more than 100,000 of these ice masses, many in retreat, Alaska’s glacial wonders are hard to miss—for now.
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Anchorage: A Family-Friendly Metropolis
by Deb Vanasse January 23, 2008From cultural and culinary institutions to moose sightings and hundreds of miles of trails, Alaska’s largest city offers a variety of activities for the whole family.
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