4 Things You Wouldn’t Expect at an Alaska Fishing Lodge
Imagine your spouse just told you he, or she, booked an Alaska fishing trip. You’re likely picturing the typical fishing excursion: Cold weather, rustic accommodations, and primitive camp food. While you’re excited to be going on vacation, the idea of huddling in the cold and bunking in a stale-smelling cabin every night doesn’t sound particularly relaxing. Your perfect vacation would include luxury accommodations, dining on gourmet cuisine paired with award-winning wine, and finishing your evenings with a relaxing massage. Thankfully, you can now meld these two vacations into one trip: Talon Lodge offers first-class comforts and lavish amenities (including an award-winning beach bar overlooking the Alaska’s Inside Passage), paired with the thrill of an Alaska fishing trip. Let’s look at what sets Talon Lodge apart from other Alaska fishing vacations.
Luxury Accommodations
Talon Lodge is located on a private island a short boat trip from Sitka, Alaska. But, don’t let the remote location fool you: the lodge offers luxury accommodations at its finest. The guest accommodations and lodge itself are decorated comfortably, providing a welcoming stay. Gather with your family, or friends, in the multiple seating areas, or enjoy a meal in the dining room after cooking in the fully-equipped kitchen. Each of the guest rooms are carefully designed with natural wood features for the most enjoyable experience. And, many of the rooms provide stunning views of the Pacific Ocean!
Gourmet Food and Wine
Food can make or break a vacation. Talon Lodge stands out from other Alaska fishing trips by providing the Visiting Chef and Winemaker series, making their fishing trips especially enjoyable. This marks the 13th year that the resort has hosted the famous culinary and wine-pairing events, by inviting world-renowned chefs to create unique and delightful dishes from locally sourced ingredients. Each evening cooking demonstrations and culinary masterpieces are prepared at Talon Lodge’s outdoor show kitchen by Talon’s own professional chef team or an award-wining chef. During the winemaker series, prestigious vineyards pair their highly-acclaimed wines to the gourmet meals while educating guests about winemaking. Guests will learn about each wine, including the history of the region, the wine-making process, and the subtle flavors of each signature blend while dining on truly scrumptious food.
Best Beach Bar in America
When you think of a beach bar, you likely don’t picture Alaska. Think again. Talon Lodge’s Beach Bar has been named one of the Top Beach Bars in America by VinePair Magazine, Yahoo News, and Men’s Journal Magazine. Situated on one of the only natural sand beaches in Southeast Alaska, the bar is one of a kind for many reasons: The Talon Lodge Beach Bar is the only open-air beach bar in Alaska. It boasts a backdrop of stunning sunsets, complete with soaring eagles overhead, and whale watching. The specialty cocktails, excellent wine, and exclusive tequila, scotch, and cordials are paired with the uniquely beautiful ambience and exceptionally attentive bartenders to create a truly phenomenal experience.
Relaxing Massage and Spa
The last thing you’d associate with a fishing trip in the Alaskan wilderness, but the first thing that you’d crave, would be a rejuvenating massage. When you stay at Talon Lodge, you can enjoy what you crave in a rare atmosphere. The lodge’s spa is the only open-air massage pavilion in Alaska. Common on tropical beaches across the world, this private, outdoor alcove combines serenity and revitalization. Never before have you experienced such a unique spa environment. You can enjoy a massage or other spa service while listening to the lapping of the water underneath the pavilion, feel the crackling warmth of the wood-burning fireplace, and enjoy the symphonic cadence of the wildlife.
Visit Talon Lodge for a Truly Luxurious Alaska Fishing Vacation
Alaska provides some of the best fishing in the world. Why should you rough it at a rustic camp, when you can enjoy your evenings in a luxurious lodge while making new friends, dining on gourmet cuisine, and sipping on fine wine? Reserve your space at the lodge today for a fishing trip of a lifetime at a truly luxurious Alaska fishing lodge.