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Staycation, Anyone?

Staycation, Anyone?

These three Seattle hotels are perfect for a quick escape without leaving the city

Looking for a quick escape? These three Seattle hotels are perfect for a relaxing staycation — no travel required.

Best Neighborhood: Ballard

Best Neighborhood: Ballard

Historic charm, waterfront views, and one of Seattle’s best farmers markets — Ballard has it all. 🏞️ #SeattleMagReadersChoice

Fave Five: Sparkle and Celebrate

Fave Five: Sparkle and Celebrate

Ice skating, cabaret, and twinkling lights to brighten your season

The holiday season sneaks up fast! From ice skating and cabaret thrills to cozy drinks and glowing streets, Seattle shines this time of year. #SeattleHolidays #WinterInSeattle

The U District Hums With Energy

The U District Hums With Energy

The neighborhood centered around the University of Washington is undergoing quite a transformation, yet old haunts remain

Been to the U District lately? Grab a book at Magus or University Bookstore 📚, sip a local brew 🍺, and stroll UW’s pretty campus. #UDistrict #Seattle

Dark and Dreary

Dark and Dreary

A roundup of Halloween-worthy movies and video games set in the Pacific Northwest

There’s a reason horror loves the Pacific Northwest — Seattle’s gloom turns every downtown street and quiet suburb into a scene from a thriller. From the dark, hidden passageways of the Underground to ferry rides one fog bank away from a nightmare, here’s your guide to locally filmed scary movies and video games…

Ghoulish Grub

Ghoulish Grub

Seattle bars and restaurants go all in on Halloween

Bars and restaurants are getting into the Halloween spirit, featuring themed nights, costume contests, and drink and food specials. The center of Halloween cocktails in the Seattle area might be…

Hidden PNW: Portland’s Central Eastside

Hidden PNW: Portland’s Central Eastside

Hip, trendy neighborhood gives off a true Portlandia vibe

Portland’s Central Eastside, just across the river from downtown, was once known for industrial warehouses. Today, it buzzes with new restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and curated shops…

The Wonderpreneur

The Wonderpreneur

Aegis founder Dwayne Clark is an author, philanthropist, filmmaker, and a highly successful business executive

Dwayne Clark was standing on a crate washing dishes at the tender age of 7 in an airport restaurant where his Mother, Colleen, was a cook. He grew up without a father. He was, he says, “at the bottom rung of the economic cycle.” The biggest influences in his life were all women: his grandmother, two older sisters, and his mom, who worked two jobs to support the family…

Help Shape Seattle Pride 2025

Help Shape Seattle Pride 2025

Share your theme ideas and nominate the next grand marshal

Know anyone who embodies the spirit of Pride?

It’s Always Back to School Season Here

It’s Always Back to School Season Here

Check out The Schoolhouse District in Woodinville for an education you’ll enjoy 

Do you remember, as a youngster, being excited to walk into a schoolhouse? You can recapture that same thrill, albeit in much different circumstances, at The Schoolhouse District in Woodinville…

From Tahini Cream to a Tunnel Boring Machine

From Tahini Cream to a Tunnel Boring Machine

Three new Seattle books to cozy up with this fall

Fall isn’t just about cozy sweaters, walking on crunchy leaves at Green Lake, and masala chai from Miro Tea — it’s also when the shelves start filling up with books begging to be read. These three Seattle-connected titles should be at the top of your list. And with the holidays speeding toward us like they always do, it’s never too early to start scoping out gifts.

Another Sail Just in Time for Husky Football

Another Sail Just in Time for Husky Football

Sailgating has never been more popular

During a preview of last year’s University of Oregon-University of Washington football battle, ESPN analyst and talk show host Pat McAfee marveled at the view of Lake Washington outside of Husky Stadium…

How I Almost Fell for a Phishing Scam: A Cautionary Tale

How I Almost Fell for a Phishing Scam: A Cautionary Tale

What was I thinking?

It was an ordinary Wednesday afternoon when I received an email from the CEO of Seattle magazine ordering me to buy gift cards for employee appreciation week…

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