Alex, if you ever get to Alaska, it'll blow your mind. But give yourself plenty of time - and don't put Juneau high on the list of places to go (no offence Ebbie!)
Right, Alex- don't come here unless you like the beauty of tall, snow-capped mountains reflected in the waters all around us, lots of fishing, crabbing and shrimping, talented musicians and painters and writers and actors (5 different levels of live theatre), cool, sweet air, the prettiest snow you ever did see, the ocean at our front door and wildlife (bear, ptarmigan and porcupines)roaming our city streets, and music every blessed night of the week if you're so inclined. (Sorry if you didn't like it, Fionn! It must be that you didn't meet the right people. Try us again.)

McGrath, I don't think you're anti-American. In fact, you would probably make the very best kind of American yourself if you were over here. I just like a kind word from you about us from time to time!

Ebbie