As winter settles in, discover colorful, light-filled experiences that lift spirits. From dazzling gardens and illuminated animals to optical illusions and creative photo ops, these whimsical spots near Seattle bring joy…
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Brian and I moved to the Olympic Peninsula a couple of years ago, to my family’s heritage farmland just west of Port Angeles. We now enjoy the best of both worlds—Seattle’s…
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Nestled in the Cascade Mountains, Leavenworth is a Bavarian-inspired village brimming with adventure. From whitewater rafting and horseback riding to alpine thrills and charming boutiques, this mountain retreat offers something for…
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Escape winter’s chill with unique and rejuvenating experiences in the Seattle area, from hot tub boating on Lake Union to Nordic-style saunas and serene spa retreats. …
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Seattle’s Chinatown-International District (CID), just east of Pioneer Square, has been a hub of the city’s Asian community since the 1860s, when immigrants were first attracted to the…
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Port Townsend, a Victorian seaport, makes for an exciting day trip from Seattle, with its beaches, historic brick buildings filled with shops and restaurants, Fort Worden and festivals. …
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Guests are our Lake Sammamish vacation rental enjoyed a floatplane trip straight from our dock to Friday Harbor, on San Juan Island. Reasons to visit San Juan Island.…
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Last week Brian and I joined a couple of friends for wine-tasting at JM Cellars, in Woodinville’s Hollywood District. It felt absolutely amazing to be able to gather again, since…
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In 2020, Wine Spectator listed three* Washington State wines among their Top 100, including DeLille Cellars’ truly sublime 2017 D2, a complex red Bordeaux-style blend, which came in at number 63.…
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Since you’re considering a stay at the lake, we’re going to take a wild guess that you love being in and around water! Lake Sammamish is one of the warmest lakes…