Q – Our mother has never really been anywhere and she seems to have no interest in going to Europe or South America. For her birthday, we would love to send her somewhere for a great experience. Her passion in life is her love of dogs. Four of us would go with her on a special trip for no longer than a week. We’ve thought about going up to New York for the Westminster Dog Show but show dogs are really not her thing. Any suggestions would be really appreciated.
A – There is only one suggestion: By all means get her up to the start of the Iditarod Race in Anchorage next March. Try to book the Captain Cook. Arrive a few days early for the Musher Banquet where starting position drawings take place and each entrant must make a short speech. You should also go to the Fur Randy Carnival – otherwise you might miss the “Outhouse Races” or the “Running of the Reindeer”. Accommodations will be difficult to secure so try to make your reservations immediately. Contact an Anchorage-based travel agency to handle the trip or find out more about new pet friendly rentals . Hope Mom loves this experience.
