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, framed 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
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Seattle to Portland drive — road trip planner to make the day unique
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
Seattle to Vancouver drive — plan the best road trip
This wonderland we call the Pacific Northwest is a region with vast beauty and variety that encompasses two countries and several states -- depending upon who you ask. Regardless of semantics and despite the political border, we blend together in commerce, history, spectacular natural beauty, and fantastic itineraries for visitors -- whether you're returning or exploring for … [Read more...] about Seattle to Vancouver drive — plan the best road trip
Oregon road trip — photo gallery and helpful tips
Oregon road trip -- Table of Contents Photo Gallery -- diverse terrainKey regions of Oregon (coming soon)Itinerary ideas (coming soon)Interactive MapHelpful tips (coming soon)Planning guide (coming soon)How to get to Oregon (coming soon)Vehicles (coming soon)Food (coming soon)Where to stay (coming soon)Resources (coming soon) Oregon road trip -- photo gallery of a … [Read more...] about Oregon road trip — photo gallery and helpful tips
Seattle to Portland train — the best Amtrak information
My life always straddled Oregon and Washington State, with my mom from the Seattle area and dad from Portland. So we traveled often between the two cities to visit relatives. Lots of driving, but also train rides, which were held over me as a treat for being well-behaved (didn’t happen too much). There was always something electrifying about gliding on rails while the familiar … [Read more...] about Seattle to Portland train — the best Amtrak information
