Jun 18
Seattle is a popular tourist destination, with over 40 million visitors last year. It’s also notorious for being a really rainy place. Having lived in the Seattle area for 15 years, when I travel, I often get asked the question “When is the best time to visit Seattle?” The answer: it depends. For dependably nice …
Apr 17
Vancouver, Washington isn’t your mother’s Vancouver. The nearby Portlanders may refer to the city as “Vantucky” to indicate it’s in the sticks, but now it’s getting cool. The downtown and the waterfront is undergoing a revitalization and it’s cool to hang out in “the Couve”. As a guest, I took a brew tour with a brand-new tour …
Mar 30
University of Washington Cherry Blossoms Many people go to Japan or Washington, DC for the cherry blossoms, but if you don’t have the time or money to go that far, you can see cherry blossoms at the University of Washington campus. The best time to see the University of Washington cherry blossoms is the end …
Sep 17
The Northern Sate Mental Hospital was a working asylum in Washington State from 1911 until 1973. Some of the main buildings have been repurposed, but the outbuildings, farm, and areas surrounding have been converted into a lovely park. It’s possible to explore some of the abandoned buildings at Northern State Recreation Area. The Buildings You …
Aug 08
This Palouse Photography guide shows you some of the best photo spots in Washington state. Come along for a full day of adventure in the Palouse region on the southeast corner of Washington. This post contains affiliate links. This website earns a small commission for items purchased through these links with no additional cost to …
Jul 24
I’ve been fortunate to visit Palouse Falls on several occasions over the last 12 years. If I had to pick the best time to visit Palouse Falls Washington, I would say spring. When visiting Palouse Falls, don’t forget to visit That Northwest Bus, aka ThatNWBus. Read this guide for other tips in visiting Palouse Falls. …
Mar 21
One of the greatest sights during spring in the Pacific Northwest is the blooming tulips and daffodils in the Skagit Valley. Please read below for the best time to visit Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and other tips for your visit. These are a few things I learned after visiting the festival over several of my …
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