The Exxon Valdez, named after the town of Valdez, caused an ecological disaster which devastated Alaska. Katie Harris in Valdez Alaska. Haines, Alaska. ChecklistAlaskaGETTING THEREFly from Auckland to Alaska with one stopover in San Francisco with United and Alaska Airlines. DETAILSThe writer took the Seward to Vancouver route, stopping in Valdez, Haines, Sitka, Juneau and Ketchikan, staying in a deluxe stateroom.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 14, 2026 09:35 UTC