Outdoors

Spring Season in Whistler: Five Tips for Living It Up Like the Locals
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Spring Season in Whistler: Five Tips for Living It Up Like the Locals

Wonder how those lucky folks who live in North America’s leading mountain resort spend their spring? We asked Whistler locals and got schooled on more than where to shred the slopes.

  You can feel it the moment your vehicle rounds the corner and approaches Whistler Village. The road opens up to display majestic mountains and panoramic views. The energy is palpable. Your spirits lift with the promise of adventure and the rush of possibility. There are many reasons why Whistler, British Columbia, is repeatedly rated…

Tweet Retreat: The Perfect Urban Escape From the Social Media Madness

Tweet Retreat: The Perfect Urban Escape From the Social Media Madness

Finding respite from the endless crush of the news cycle along the shores of Lake Washington.

I don’t know about you, but sometimes I just need to escape The Tweeting. It’s too easy to become entranced in the early hour of the morning by a Twitter feed of disturbing nonsense. My “stable genius” is unsettled! Fortunately, I’ve found an antidote. Nature abounds in Seattle. On recent walks and trips across Puget…

Tips for Beginner Bird Watchers

Tips for Beginner Bird Watchers

Take part in the longest-running public bird count in the nation.

The Rufous Hummingbird was spotted in the Seattle area for the second time in 40 years during the 2016 Christmas Bird Count; this year’s count takes place on December 30

An Adventurous Winter Escape for Skiers and Non-Skiers Alike

An Adventurous Winter Escape for Skiers and Non-Skiers Alike

Go fat-tire biking in the snow, visit a classic ski lodge and enjoy holiday fa-la-la.

Outdoor attractions: Skiers snake down the mountain during the annual torchlight parade in Sun Valley,

Celebrate the Holidays with a Trip to Seabrook
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Celebrate the Holidays with a Trip to Seabrook

This coastal town transforms into a festive destination full of events and activities during the holiday season.

Sponsored by Seabrook For those looking to plan a cozy winter getaway to the coast, Seabrook, Washington is transforming into a holiday destination. The beach town is hosting a packed schedule of festive events including a parade with Santa, free concerts, gift exchanges, holiday crafting and more. The lineup of activities is bursting with fun and…

New App Gives GPS-Guided Walking Tours of Seattle Neighborhoods

New App Gives GPS-Guided Walking Tours of Seattle Neighborhoods

The travel app Sidewalk taps locals for walking-tour recommendations.

User-generated walking tours aim to give travelers a more intimate experience.

Iconic Seattle Hotel Gets a Splashy Makeover

Iconic Seattle Hotel Gets a Splashy Makeover

Roosevelt Hotel is reborn as Hotel Theodore with local touches and amenities.

The hotel’s former atrium is now part of the lobby

Oh Canada: Two Winter Road Trips for a Family-Friendly Ski Getaway
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Oh Canada: Two Winter Road Trips for a Family-Friendly Ski Getaway

You may think you’ve been transported to a little spot in Europe, but these ski towns are distinctly Canadian.

  The Great White North, as our Canadian neighbor is known, is home to world-class ski destinations. Take advantage of their long winter season, overflowing with fresh champagne powder, rugged mountain peaks, affordable pricing and cozy ski villages. The perfect place to embrace the snow is in British Columbia, which boasts plenty of powder, yet…

Suncadia's Winterfest Plays Host to Your Favorite Holiday Traditions
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Suncadia’s Winterfest Plays Host to Your Favorite Holiday Traditions

Celebrate a season of family and fun at Suncadia Resort with these winter events and activities.

Sponsored by Suncadia Resort While Suncadia is a beautiful place to visit any time of year, the resort, located 1.5 hours southeast of Seattle, truly comes alive during the winter months. Suncadia’s annual Winterfest, November 24 – January 2, plays host to an entire itinerary of events and activities for both children and adults throughout the…

Retrace These Retro Washington Road Trips, Updated for the GPS Era

Retrace These Retro Washington Road Trips, Updated for the GPS Era

Drive the state’s historic scenic byways with an updated version of a 1940s-era road trip guide.

Cruise through Leavenworth’s downtown.

Road Trip Snacks Are Not to be Taken Lightly. Here's What We're Packing

Road Trip Snacks Are Not to be Taken Lightly. Here’s What We’re Packing

You put gas in your car to keep it running, but what keeps you fueled on the road? Our road-trip writers share their favorite snacks.

There’s no more appropriate place to eat beef jerky.

Some of Washington's Best Indie Bookstores Require a Ferry to Get To

Some of Washington’s Best Indie Bookstores Require a Ferry to Get To

Happy things happen when you let your reading passion take the wheel.

Catch an early ferry to Vashon Island.

Skip the Long Lines & Expensive Tickets: Here's Where British Columbians Go to Ski
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Skip the Long Lines & Expensive Tickets: Here’s Where British Columbians Go to Ski

Escape the lines, crowds and expensive lift tickets and head to SilverStar, one of British Columbia’s favorite ski resorts.

  Canada’s westernmost province of British Columbia is known around the world as a top ski and snowboard destination. But its international fame isn’t always the best news for skiers and snowboarders seeking solitude on the slopes, with prime resorts often being overly crowded as well as expensive. With so many pristine peaks in the…

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