My blogs posts about Washington State.
Living in Seattle makes it dangerously easy to say, “We’ll go next weekend,” and then spend another Saturday running errands, dodging drizzle, or defaulting to the same neighborhood coffee shop. But within a few hours of the city, you can be on an island ferry, sipping wine in Yakima, hiking beneath Mount Rainier, or wandering…
The first time I visited Leavenworth (quite a while ago), I thought I’d taken a wrong turn and ended up in a German theme park run by retired mountaineers. There were people in lederhosen eating pretzels the size of small dogs, accordion music drifting through the streets, and somewhere, inexplicably, a man dressed as a…
The state of Washington is a glamping dreamscape — waterfalls, rainforests, wild beaches, misty islands, sagebrush deserts, volcano views, and moss-soaked forests that look like scenes borrowed from another world. Best Glamping Spots in Washington State But with so many options, choosing where to stay can feel like wading through an overstuffed trail map. So…
Look, I love a good fish toss at Pike Place as much as the next person, but if you want a Seattle trip that doesn’t feel like you’re following a tour bus, I’ve got you. This Seattle adventure in one you’ll actually remember—for the right reasons. Planning the perfect Seattle itinerary can feel overwhelming —…
After over 20 years exploring the Pacific Northwest as both a local and a travel planner, I can say with complete confidence: fall is when this region really shows off. The tourists thin out. The air turns crisp. And the landscapes? They ignite—golden larches in the east, misty coastlines in the west, and forest trails…
If you’re wondering whether Bellingham is worth visiting — or just looking for something new to do in your own backyard — you’re in the right place. I’ve visited Bellingham multiple times as a longtime Washington resident, and every trip surprises me with something fresh, quirky, or downright unforgettable. Whether it’s sipping coffee at a…
