Mountlake Terrace, located about 14 miles north of Seattle, is a quiet suburb with plenty of things to do. I think that it’s an exciting time for the city because plans are underway to build a new Town Center. There’s also current construction for the new light rail line, which will make traveling to Seattle so…
One of our favorite parts about living in Seattle is the ability to easily travel to the islands and find a slower pace of life. In one moment we can be in the heart of the city, and 35 minutes later we can be across the water and on island time. Bainbridge Island is one…
Planning a trip to Seattle? Wondering what you should see on your trip? In this post, I’m sharing with you the best 4 day itinerary for Seattle! I grew up in the Seattle area and I’m sharing my favorite places to spend a long weekend in Seattle. (These are the places I take my own family…
Headed to Seattle for the weekend? In this post, I’m sharing with you the best weekend itinerary for Seattle! I grew up in the Seattle area and I’m sharing my favorite places with you. (These are the places I take my own family and friends when they visit for the first time!) I’ll share with you…
Visiting Seattle on a budget? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re planning a budget-friendly trip to Seattle or you’re a Seattle local looking for some affordable activities, there are a lot of fun activities that are completely free. Today we are sharing our list of 50 free things to do in Seattle. Important note: I’ve divided…
I grew up in the Seattle area, and I love sharing the Emerald City with friends, family, and readers of this blog. Whether it’s strolling through Pike Place Market or ascending the Space Needle, the city offers so many unique experiences. In addition to well-known activities, there are dozens of lesser-known activities that are just…
Seattle is known as the Emerald City because of its year-round greenery. The city truly has a beautiful skyline. Whether you view Seattle from the top of the Space Needle or from the shores of Lake Union, you’ll be sure to enjoy the view. If you’re visiting Seattle for the first time, or even if…
We recently played WhirlyBall for the first time and it was such a unique experience! If you’ve never played before, it’s a sport that involves bumper cars, basketball, and lacrosse all at once. While we drove a bumper car, we wielded a shortened lacrosse “scooper” and tried to pass a whiffle ball back and forth…
Seattle is known for frequent rain showers, freshly-brewed coffee, and excellent attractions. Seattle also happens be a great city to visit with kids. There are numerous markets, beaches, parks, museums, and theaters that are all kid-friendly. I grew up in the Seattle area and I have many fond memories of exploring Seattle with my family….
Seattle is known for its fresh seafood and local ingredients. The city is full of award-winning restaurants, as well as some up-and-coming restaurants that are hidden gems. I’ve lived in Seattle for most of my life, and I’ve gotten to dine at many of these restaurants over the years. In this post, I’m sharing my…
When you think of Seattle, chances are you think of rain and coffee. You can find a coffee shop on pretty much every city street. A recent study found that Seattle has a whopping 56 coffee shops per 100,000 people! Because of this, Seattle is known as the Coffee Capitol of the United States. Starbucks,…
Seattle is known for its coffee, and a cup of coffee requires a good donut! In addition to the classic donut selections, Seattle is known for some regional favorites, such as the Maple Bar. Whether you like cake donuts, filled donuts, fritters, yeast donuts, or twists, there is a donut shop that has something for…
