Alaska is a great place. Even a “big” city like Anchorage is great. Everyone seems to get along with each other and the people are friendly. There are lots of veterans in Alaska and most people have conservative values.
The “main beer” (by Alaskan Brewing) is great too, especially the Winter Ale. The summers are amazing (and quite warm). You can go downtown (or to midtown rather) and watch minor league ball games. Anchorage has an awesome 4th of July parade, and their American Legion Post is great.
Alaska is beautiful... huge moose you can see from miles away — and they’re not afraid to walk the streets of downtown Anchorage either! Alaska is a wonderful place.
My sons have all lived in Anchorage. My youngest has been there for over 18 years now and he loves it there.