Washington State is what I consider to be my home state, and I’m still amazed that 30+ years into life, I’m still discovering new places. When it comes to scenic landscapes and outdoor adventure, there’s no place quite like Washington. It truly has it all – the Cascades and Olympics give you tons of mountainous…
The Bavarian-themed town of Leavenworth, tucked away in the eastern foothills of the Cascades in Washington State, is surprisingly enjoyable without feeling cheesy or overdone. It doesn’t seem like a themed town like this should work, and we’ve been to a few like it that definitely don’t, but Leavenworth is special. The combination of the…
Glacier National Park is a real treat. If you’ve never been, we’ll be the first to tell you that it’s everything you think it is – a hiker’s paradise, gorgeous rocky peaks towering over blue and green alpine lakes, a haven for wildlife – and more. It exceeded our expectations despite less than ideal conditions,…
Looking for a guide to the best day trips from Seattle? You’re in the right place! Matt grew up in the Seattle area, and before settling down in Portland, we lived in our minivan and spent our summers exploring Washington State (where Matt’s family still lives). We’ve done all of the Seattle day trips on…
Part coastal, part pastoral, and 100% beautiful, San Juan Island is a dream. As you disembark the ferry in Friday Harbor and get on “island time,” all the worries and concerns you had back when you boarded the ferry will seemingly melt away. Over the course of your time on the island, you’ll smell the…
Orcas Island is our favorite of the San Juan Islands, and it makes a perfect weekend getaway from Seattle. We’re big hikers, which means we were a little disappointed to find that there really aren’t too many good hikes on San Juan Island, which is the most visited island in the archipelago. There are tons…