My blogs posts about the great state of Washington.
I’d been vaguely aware of the hobbit house in central Washington for years. Its tantalizing photos graced my Instagram feed from time to time. And so it was that one lazy December evening I was scrolling through said feed when I happened upon a post from the owner putting out a call to be a…
Living in the Pacific Northwest over the last 20 odd years I have crisscrossed Washington State many times and find that it is in many ways similar to Oregon in topography, except for the amazing Puget Sound area. In this post I will guide you on a whirlwind tour of Washington State. Whether you’re an…
Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, it cannot be denied that the sights, sounds, and smells of a good Christmas market will entice even the heartiest of Scrooges. The Pacific Northwest provides visitors with a magical winter wonderland. Cozy small towns are blanketed in fresh snow, evergreen treetops glisten with twinkling lights, and the crisp…
Seattle offers something to fit everyone’s nighttime entertainment needs; whether that means dancing until dawn, fantastic light show, culinary adventures, or simply sipping drinks with friends. Just as an example: explore one of the city’s exquisite parks that remain open late into the night – Gas Works Park or Alki Beach offer amazing nighttime views…
Whether you’re looking for a two-person getaway, a family-friendly day trip or a more ambitious multi-day excursion, the Pacific Northwest has plenty of options to get away from the city and enjoy nature. With so many fantastic places within driving distance from Seattle, you are sure to find something your entire road crew will love….
**This post was updated on March 4, 2024** When I book a trip, one of the first things I research is accommodation. A place I’m going to be excited about returning to when the adventures of the day are over. So where should you go to find the best places to stay in Washington State…
When you visit the Yakima Valley, just over a 2-hour drive east from Seattle, you would be remiss to pass by the charming little town of Union Gap, just south of the city of Yakima. It should be on everyone’s list of what to do in Yakima Valley, Washington State. Often times you’ll find the…
Sometimes you just don’t know what treasures await you until they literally fall into your lap. That’s the beauty of travel. There destinations that will take your breath away, yet are not in any travel guidebooks. Places you may never have heard of as being on a bucket list, and so you don’t take the…
