The holiday season has arrived in Seattle! This year, there will be many more events to celebrate the holidays. I grew up in the Seattle area, and over the years I’ve gotten to attend numerous Christmas festivities. Today I’m sharing a list of 35 Christmas activities near Seattle that are sure to fill you with…
There’s nothing quite like the scent of a freshly-cut Christmas tree to get you in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect Douglas Fir or simply want to stroll through the evergreens with a cup of hot cocoa in hand, visiting a Christmas tree farm is a timeless winter tradition. If…
Planning a trip to the pumpkin patch this fall? We’ve compiled a list of the 18 best pumpkin patches near Seattle. In addition to planting pumpkins, these local farms are filled with tons of fun fall activities. Many of them have corn mazes, food trucks, and hay rides. We’ve personally visited many of these farms ourselves,…
Craven Farm is one of the best pumpkin patches to visit in the Seattle area. It was even featured in Martha Stewart Living and Travel and Leisure. We knew we had good pumpkin patches in Washington State, but we had no idea we had one of the best pumpkin patches in the country! I’ve been…
Vashon Island is one of our favorite islands near Seattle. It’s right across the water from West Seattle, but it feels like a world away. I’ve visited Vashon dozens of times over the years. Beach walks are my favorite thing to do, but there’s tons of stuff to do inland as well! In this article,…
We frequently travel between Seattle to Vancouver, and we’ve found that there are multiple ways to enjoy the journey! If you’re planning to make the trip, you can choose to drive, take the train, hop on a bus, fly, take a ferry, or you can take the scenic route and go island hopping. I think…
Lake Chelan is a popular family-friendly vacation destination in Washington State. With waterslide parks, tons of beaches, Go Karts, and more, kids of all ages will be sure to have a memorable vacation! With over 300 days of sun per year, there are numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. I grew up visiting Lake Chelan almost every…
Planning a trip to Chelan? Whether you’re looking for a summer getaway, a family vacation, or a relaxing weekend of wine tasting, Lake Chelan is one of the best vacation spots in the Pacific Northwest. I visit Chelan every single year and it’s one of my favorite places in the world. The lake has some…
The city of Chelan is well-known for its pristine lake and many wineries, but it’s also home to some amazing restaurants. Whether you’re looking for homemade pasta or fresh blueberry pancakes, there is always something delicious to try in Chelan! I visit Chelan every year, and I always enjoy dining at many of the restaurants…
Looking for a babymoon destination in Washington State? Lake Chelan is the perfect place to go! I went to Chelan for my own babymoon, so I can confidently state it’s a great place to relax before baby’s arrival. I’ve actually visited Chelan during both of my pregnancies! In this post, I’ll share 10 reasons why Chelan…
At the far end of Lake Chelan is one of the most remote towns in Washington State: Stehekin. Stehekin is not accessible by car, and there are no roads that lead to Stehekin. You can only reach Stehekin by water or by air. If you’re looking for a place to completely disconnect and spend time…
The Lake Chelan region has over 30 wineries, and trust me when I say all of them are spectacular. It doesn’t get much better than enjoying an excellent local wine with a view of the lake right in front of you! Over the years, I’ve personally been to many of the wineries mentioned in this…
