Planning to visit Palmer, Wasilla, Talkeetna, or somewhere else in the Matanuska-Susitna (aka Mat-Su) Valley in 2025 as part of an Alaska trip? You're gonna want to listen to this first! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Justin from the Mat-Su Convention & Visitors Bureau to discuss visiting this region and what you need to know specifically for visiting this year. In the Q&A section, Justin answers the following questions:  Where to eat??!! (for families/non-foodies and those who are into the gourmet experience) What farms can you visit without having to sign up for a 3rd party tour? Where can you find souvenirs - both touristy and locally crafted? Is Hatcher Pass better from the Palmer or Willow side? Where can you park with an RV in the various parts of the Mat-Su Valley? This is the audio-only version of the Mat-Su video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to the Mat-Su: Visit Mat-Su (official website)  Visit the Mat-Su on Facebook Mat-Su Valley on Instagram Y'all if you can believe it I do NOT have any blog resources about the Mat-Su Valley as of releasing this video... 🫣 I do have some articles on my to-write list, so I'll add them here once they're live! 🤑 Save $10 off my Alaska Itinerary Planning Packs with code AKSS2025. 🤑 Save 10% off any guided hiking tour with Revel Treks & Tours; no code necessary, just use my special link! 🙌 Be sure to join my Alaska travel tips Facebook group and follow me on Instagram for more Alaska travel inspiration.