There are several stunning beaches located along Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula, and one of our favorites is Third Beach. We like this beach because it’s more secluded than the famous nearby Ruby Beach. It takes a little more effort to reach Third Beach, because there’s a 1.3 mile hike to access it. Once we reached…
Snowflake Lane is one of our favorite annual winter traditions. Each year, it takes place in downtown Bellevue, Washington. We love that it’s a free event that occurs nightly during the holiday season. We can just show up on a night that works well for us! The parade typically takes place at 7pm each night…
Did you know that Washington State is the second largest wine producer in the country? The city of Woodinville, in particular, has over 130 wineries in four distinct wine districts. Over the years we’ve visited many of these wineries ourselves. In addition to excellent wines, many of the wineries have beautiful outdoor gardens, expansive lawns,…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
I’ve been to the Space Needle numerous times throughout my life, and it’s a place I never get tired of visiting. It’s definitely not an overrated attraction! I love every part of the experience: The ride up in the elevator, walking across the glass rotating floor, and gazing out at the city. in this post…
