Travel & Outdoors
Whidbey and Camano Islands are Perfect Nearby Scenic Getaways
Drive off the mainland and ease into island time
Sponsored by Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism Located just a few hours north of Seattle are Whidbey and Camano Islands. Easily accessible by bridge or ferry, they provide visitors both a physical and mental makeover from mainland to island, transporting travelers to a slower pace. The islands are simple, yet sophisticated. with a certain rustic…
Hit the Town at These Northwest Getaways
From charming cities to small towns in PNW wine country, here are the places you should visit
This article appears in print in the January 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. A Weekend Trip to Bellingham Promises Excellent Brews and Outdoor ExcursionsMust-Visit Stops in Skagit Valley Explore Walla Walla, the Town That Wine Built The Bavaria of the PNW Offers the Perfect Getaway for Wine Lovers Your Northwest Gambling GuideWhere to Stay, Drink and Play…
Where to Stay Near the Northwest’s National Parks
When planning a trip to one of our beloved national parks nearby, choosing a base camp off the beaten path can take your experience from enjoyable to extraordinary
This article appears in print in the January 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. Banff National ParkBase camp: Golden, British ColumbiaFounded as Canada’s first national park, Banff is known for Rocky Mountain vistas, turquoise lakes and aurora-streaked night skies. The park is open year-round, which means the popular park town of Banff is a bustling tourist hub for…
A Family-Friendly Travel Gem in British Columbia
Vernon, B.C. is worth a visit for skiers, hikers and families—and mark your calendars for its 2020 Winter Carnival
This article appears in print in the January 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. Vernon, British Columbia, rests nestled between the northern shores of Okanagan and Kalamalka lakes. It’s not a sleepy small town, but an active one, particularly in the winter. Vernon is the closest town to SilverStar Mountain Resort, known for its 132 runs on powdery…
Northern Lights: A Northwest Viewer’s Guide
From Alaska to Oregon, these stellar spots will show you the wonders of the night sky
This article appears in print in the January 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. Man-made marvels are all well and good, but there’s something eternally, breathtakingly special about gazing up at a wide-open field of stars—and seeing the night sky streak with the shifting colors of the aurora borealis adds a mystical layer to an already magical experience….
Ski Resorts Every Seattleite Should Know
Seattleites have long relied on our nearby snow to make any old winter day an easy ski day, but these resorts are worth the trip for skiers and nonskiers alike
This article appears in print in the January 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. Mount Bachelor, OregonSituated just minutes from Bend, Oregon, Mount Bachelor is Oregon’s largest ski resort, and “The Mountain,” as locals call it, has plenty to offer regardless of the season. A dozen lifts and 101 runs (with a maximum run length of 4 miles)…
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