Jutting out into the waters of the bay, the 4½-mile Homer Spit is a hub for recreation and local businesses and offers a unique blend of natural beauty and entrepreneurial spirit. As you stroll along the Spit, the salt air mingling with the sound of waves, it's easy to see why Homer boasts such an enduring appeal. The Spit is lined with engaging shops, galleries, bars, and restaurants (see more below).

Read more in Tripatini contributor Donna Hall´s post A Singular Alaska Destination: The Cool Kenai Peninsula Town of Homer.