Originally Posted by
Gardyloo
This is the part of the idea I don't like so much. Not an enjoyable drive in the winter; can frankly be dangerous if you have a mishap. If you're using CO miles on AS, I'm sure they can route you all the way.
As for TG or Christmas, Christmas probably will offer better chances of clear weather, but it's really a crapshoot. December in FAI can be
cold.
If you were thinking of
Chena Hot Springs, get a move on.
Chena is on the expensive side, but we will consider it - although the package is not available until December and I'm not sure gives us enough time to view the aurora unless we hit a particularly vibrant time of the cycle.
The flights to FAI are not available as standard awards - only ANC is open. If we don't drive, and the train only runs twice a week, what other transportation options are there between the two cities?