Summer is made for exploring and fortunately here on the West Coast, you have must-visit destinations in every direction! WASHINGTON 1. San Juan Islands, Wash.… Continue reading
With summer well and truly here, many of us are readying for a getaway. Whether you’re dreaming of sandy beaches, mountain retreats or new cities… Continue reading
For people with disabilities, tree roots and other obstacles can curb access to the outdoors. But some trails are wheelchair-friendly.
School is letting out for the summer, which means families have a chance to spend a little more time together. Most communities have pools and… Continue reading
We joined thousands of clammers in search of the tasty shellfish. Kurt Cobain’s memorial and Big Tom burgers were stopovers.
The notoriously rough route to an iconic hike got a makeover. And the full Mountain Loop Highway, with routine repairs, opens Monday.
By Cu Fleshman Jam-packed parking lots, gridlocked roads, bustling crosswalks – these aren’t scenes from New York City or Los Angeles but from some of… Continue reading
Event features dancers, a juggler, ‘Fakespeare,’ live music and lots of food
In a place beyond the pines, towering mountains and misty coastlines resides a rich history of folklore shrouded in mystery and intrigue. The West Coast… Continue reading
For the past month, artist Gina Ribaudo has been hard at work painting scenes from land and sea onto the brick building at 1515 Pacific… Continue reading
Whether you’re a seasoned runner seeking new challenges or a first-timer eager to join the ranks of marathon finishers, we can all agree that once… Continue reading
Rosario Resort and Spa on Orcas Island has a new owner. Empower Investing, a Washington company founded by local Orcas Island residents, assumed ownership of… Continue reading
It was news to Paul Paquet that he recorded the last confirmed sighting of a North Cascades grizzly. Still, some fear an imminent restoration effort.
Beautiful hikes span the West Coast and are perfect destinations when spring coaxes us back outside! We’ve gathered a selection of hikes that stand out… Continue reading
A couple of our reporters headed to T-Mobile Park to see if the Mariners’ food budget was as tight as their player free agency budget.
A banya in Russian refers to a hot room or sauna. You can also plunge in the cold pool. Or play chess and eat piroshki.
At Alpacas de la Patagonia, fuzzy friends and breathtaking beauty make the perfect winter weekend.
By Jeff Klein, The Columbian, Vancouver, Wash. Ever wanted to explore the Columbia River Gorge like a local? Heading to Bend, Ore., or even the… Continue reading
Seattle’s tourism scene has been on the rebound since the pandemic. Last year, 33.9 million visitors passed through Seattle and King County, and this holiday… Continue reading
It’s like the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! of odd snacks. Lady Gaga Oreo cookies, mac & cheese gummy candy, vanilla milkshake potato chips and… Continue reading
