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Olympic Peninsula & Washington Coast

Perfect 3 days in Olympic National Park itinerary from Seattle

November 2, 2020 by Matthew

A beautiful beach scene combines bright blue skies with some puffy white clouds and rock stacks indicative of the Washington Coast. The surf is crashing waves onto the rocky beach revealed by low tide.

To truly see Olympic National Park, one or two days may not be enough. But don’t fret! This Olympic National Park itinerary will deliver the best of Olympic National Park in three days. Don’t miss the highlights by following this detailed guide (written by a local!), starting in Seattle before exploring the ultimate playground: the Olympic Peninsula.Matthew Kessi … [Read more...] about Perfect 3 days in Olympic National Park itinerary from Seattle

Tokeland Hotel — spiritual oasis of the Washington Coast

September 17, 2020 by Matthew

The front view of the Tokeland Hotel, which is Washignton State's oldest continuous operating hotel. The wood siding is a blueish green color and the windows on each of three stories have eight panes each with white trim. There is a strong of lights running across a gathering area on the lawn in front of the hotel with four rustic picnic tables. The sky is blue with white puffy clouds.

In order to write a review of the Tokeland Hotel, a gem that hugs a tiny spit of sandy land surrounded by Shoalwater Bay on the Washington Coast, it is first important to point out that my filter for any lodging location is first and foremost about the heart. I look for a  feeling of home that comes from the joy of carefully curated aesthetic, combined with thoughtful … [Read more...] about Tokeland Hotel — spiritual oasis of the Washington Coast

Lake Crescent Lodge — let the soul float in nature’s magic

September 9, 2020 by Matthew

Two brown rocking chairs sit peacefully on a small entry porch outside a cabin at Lake Crescent Lodge. Three large fronds of Sword Fern rise up to the deck as a hanging begonia pot clings to the rafter. The double hung windows reflect the hundred year old charm of this cabin.

The blue depths of Lake Crescent cleanse the soul. The lake that formed millions of years ago as glaciers sliced through the terrain continues to inspire freedom to wander -- in mind body and spirit. Fir trees cascade from steep peaks all the way to the gravely banks that welcome the slow laps of pristine glacial melt off. The 12 mile long lake is perhaps the flagship … [Read more...] about Lake Crescent Lodge — let the soul float in nature’s magic

Weekend getaway: The five best Washington State beach locations

April 11, 2020 by Matthew

Westport Light State Park. A surfer wears a full body wet suit as he walks with a white surf board toward the waves of the Pacific Ocean near Westport, Washington.

Looking for a long-weekend getaway somewhere on the Washington State coastline? This article outlines the best locations to set up base -- combining fun lodging options with inspiring beauty. I’m a Pisces, and as so invigorated by any kind of water — especially the ocean. As a child my family would visit Cannon Beach, Oregon for a few days at a time because it was … [Read more...] about Weekend getaway: The five best Washington State beach locations

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