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My favorite unique Pacific Northwest hotels — a winter list of places to stay

October 5, 2022 by Matthew

The lobby of the Society Hotel is a cozy place to sit and read. There is afire roaring and shelves of books. Comfortable looking couches and chairs are strategically placed throughout the room.

NEW: Look for my TikTok videos of eight featured places to stay. Warning... I'm in them! Contrary to popular belief, the year's slow season can be a great time to visit the Pacific Northwest. Fewer crowds and a quieter beauty leave more space to connect with nature and spirit. Although the main holidays are often obvious moments to seek getaways, drivable weekends away for … [Read more...] about My favorite unique Pacific Northwest hotels — a winter list of places to stay

How to train from Seattle to Vancouver — the best information

September 1, 2022 by Matthew

The Seattle King Street Station is the terminus for the train to Vancouver. Here, yellow warning lines remind travelers to stay away from the tracks, which are shown leading away from the station.

Rail enthusiasts and sightseers are in for a treat on the train from Seattle to Vancouver. Amtrak Cascades' service covers some of the best views of the Salish Sea, framing in the Olympic Mountains and the beautiful fertile Skagit Valley, with Mt. Baker rising in the background among the Cascade Mountains. Taking the train can be an excellent way to get between Seattle and … [Read more...] about How to train from Seattle to Vancouver — the best information

Seattle to Portland drive — road trip planner to make the day unique

December 8, 2021 by Matthew

The St. Johns Bridge rises up toward Forest Park in Portland. There are a few cars coming and going.

Follow for unique side trip options to get off the interstate -- a Seattle to Portland drive road trip planner. My life is a tale of two cities. I was born and raised in the Portland area but my mom and a ton of family hailed from the Salish Sea, in Washington State. On Christmas Eve we'd have a celebration in my hometown of Scappoose with one side of relatives, then pile … [Read more...] about Seattle to Portland drive — road trip planner to make the day unique

Olympic Peninsula road trip — 3-day epic winter tour

November 10, 2021 by Matthew

Destinations of splendor. A beach scene of the Pacific Ocean waves crashing on the fine sandy beach with two large rocky islands in the background with fir trees growing on top.

This is an updated version of an article originally published January, 2020. Washington State is a diverse land with topography ranging from high desert to fierce waves crashing against soft agate beaches. In the northwest corner of the state is the majestic and remote feeling Olympic Peninsula. Often dubbed the rainiest place in the United States, this area is home to the … [Read more...] about Olympic Peninsula road trip — 3-day epic winter tour

Spirit Lake, Washington road trip — the secret side of Mount St. Helens

September 8, 2021 by Matthew

A beautiful view of Spirit Lake, Washington from the Windy Ridge Viewpoint. In the foreground is decomposing stump on a hill with golden grass amongst ash from Mount St. Helens. The lake is vast and blue in the background.

Mount St. Helens is a captivating area of the Pacific Northwest, combining the volcanic mystique of the famous 1980 eruption with uplifting examples of Mother Nature’s regenerative ability. She also happens to be located directly East of the only major North/South roadway in the Pacific Northwest, conveniently between Seattle and Portland.  There are many ways to enjoy … [Read more...] about Spirit Lake, Washington road trip — the secret side of Mount St. Helens

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