the 49th state
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Most major cruise lines offer trips to the 49th state, where travelers can explore the tallest mountain in the U.S. or go whale-watching on the coast.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
Armies of commentators, reporters and photographers were hauled off to the 49th state expecting a vintage Trump performance, of the sort that has lubricated their industry for an entire decade.
From Salon • Aug. 17, 2025
“Alaska’s law enforcement community invites you to consider the 49th state where we back the blue,” the governor’s social media post said.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 22, 2021
Better pack a parka: The new series “Cold Blooded Alaska” tells chilling true-crime tales that take place in the 49th state.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2021
For decades, the ferries of the Alaska Marine Highway System have been home to some of the most gloriously quirky bars in the 49th state.
From New York Times • Sep. 10, 2015
